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Andean Summer,'Tooled Leather Convertible Messenger Wristlet Bag from Peru'

Wear this bag any way you like. Kathiana Quispe crafts it with two different removable straps that will allow you to wear it as a shoulder bag, crossbody, wristlet, or an elegant evening clutch. She mixes the colors and textures of smooth tobacco... more

Verdant Paths,'Handwoven Geometric Cotton Bucket Bag in Green'

Presented by El Salvador's Women Leaders of La Colorada, this bucket bag features geometric patterns and stripes in verdant green hues. Local women artisans hand-weave this bag of cotton on the traditional telar de pie, or floor loom. Zipper pockets on... more

Cusco Glyphs,'Hand Loomed Alpaca Shoulder Sling Bag'

Made entirely by hand, this beautiful contemporary bag showcases the ancestral weaving traditions preserved by the women artisans of the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco. The compact purse exemplifies the incredible time and dedication it takes... more

Gujarat Celebrations,'Artisan Crafted Embroidered Indian Shoulder Bag'

Featuring the traditional Kutch embroidery that is typical on Gujarat textiles, this shoulder bag is a standout. The bag is presented by SEWA, a non-profit that works to promote employment opportunities for women in India. Crafted from burgundy cotton,... more

Striped Party,'Colorful Striped Cotton Shoulder Bag from El Salvador'

Handwoven of cotton on the traditional telar de pie, or floor loom, this artisanal shoulder bag from El Salvador is presented by Women Leaders of La Colorada, dedicated to providing better employment opportunities to its members. This bag features... more

Dark Floral Artistry,'Black Embossed Shoulder Bag with Zippered Pockets'

Embossed with baroque-inspired flowers and leaves, this hand-tooled leather shoulder bag imitates the innate elegance of ladies from the past era. Mexico's Paulina and Maria Jose craft the accessory in a solid black hue, equipping it with a fully lined... more

Pleasing Corduroy in Blue,'Rayon and Cotton Blend Shoulder Bag in Blue from Guatemala'

With the pleasing texture of corduroy, rayon and cotton blend material is handwoven on the backstrap loom to create this beautiful shoulder bag from Guatemala. Representing the women artisans of Sololá, K'amolon K'i K'ojonel presents the bag, featuring... more

Colors of Tradition,'Handwoven Cotton Tote Bag with Leather Bottom Panel & Straps'

Your go-to accessory for a shopping spree or a weekend at the beach will be this gorgeous tote bag expertly hand-woven from cotton by the artisans of the Life and Hope Women's Association (Asociacion de Mujeres Vida y Esperanza) in Guatemala. The bag's... more

Wayuu Charm,'Crocheted Sling Bag in Black with Tassels from Colombia'

Crocheted Wayuu backpacks and bags are traditionally made by the women of the Wayuu people in Colombia. Lorette Menjura pays homage to one of her country's most renowned handicrafts with this fabulous sling bag crafted from acrylic yarns that combines... more

Island Traveler,'Colorful Vertical Stripes on Black Handwoven Cotton Tote Bag'

Artisans from the Women Leaders of La Colorada craft this shoulder bag from handwoven cotton in colorful vertical stripes on a black background. The bag has a place for everything, with an exterior zippered pocket on one side and an open pocket on one... more

Valley Home,'Andean Shepherdess Scene Cotton Blend Appliqué Shoulder Bag'

Peruvian artisan Maria Ramos Sanchez handcrafts this mini shoulder bag with an arpilleria style front, in which cotton blend felt is appliquéd and embroidered to create an elaborate scene. The artisan creates an Andean scene with a woman tending her... more

Pura Vida,'Handwoven Striped Cotton Shoulder Bag with Leather Straps'

The ultimate accessory perfect for every occasion is undoubtedly this vibrant shoulder bag meticulously hand-woven from cotton by the skilled artisans of the Life and Hope Women's Association (Asociacion de Mujeres Vida y Esperanza) in Guatemala.... more

Mini Macrame Diamonds,'Cotton Macrame Shoulder Bag With Cotton Lining'

The pandemic has been tough for everyone, including Joelle Perret, a French woman who was raised in Costa Rica. She worked in tourism previously but, when COVID hit, she and her husband decided to "reinvent themselves" taking the macramé she did as a... more

Breathe Easy in Red,'Cotton Blend Geometric-Motif Shoulder Bag'

Beautiful patchwork designs make Thai artisan Chirada's shoulder bag a must-have accessory for stylish women. Hand crafted from a poly-cotton blend, the bag features a woven geometric motif in a kaleidoscope of color, braided leather straps, and a... more

'Cheers' (set of 3) - Colorful Handwoven Cotton Wine Bottle Bags

Ideal for gift giving three bags in different colors are each designed to hold a bottle of wine. They highlight the versatile artistry of Guatemala textiles. Woven on a traditional handloom by Women of the Yama Aj Chixot Artisan Group the bags close... more

Kente Woman,'Kente Print Cotton Handle Handbag from Ghana'

Printed with colorful stripes and geometric diamonds characteristic of traditional kente patterns, this handle handbag is designed by Agnes Amoani in Ghana. She crafts this bag from cotton, accented with a stark black half-circle. A zipper pocket on... more

Urban Caramel,'Women's Leather Hobo Handbag from Mexico'

This caramel-brown hobo bag wears its adventurous spirit with pride, as evidenced in the whiskered, buttery-soft leather that only gets richer with age. Made in Mexico by Ricardo Hinojosa, the bag features a central zip compartment and two with snap... more

Elegant Lady,'Black Leather Handle Handbag from Thailand'

Suchada's lovely handbag is spacious enough to tote along all your daily essentials. Crafted from 100% leather by Thai artisans, the black bag features a middle zippered pocket inside, two open pockets on one side, and an additional zippered pocket on... more

Party People,'Handcrafted Leather Tote in Espresso from Ghana'

The perfect accessory for an evening out, this tote handbag from Ghana offers plenty of space to store your belongings. Ghanaian artisan Connie Dejong designs it, handcrafted of leather with a solid espresso color. The bag drapes over the shoulder on a... more

Black Pack,'Basic Black Leather Sling Purse with 6 Compartments'

This little black bag is a must for when you need to keep a few things handy, but don't need a full-sized purse or travel bag. Crafted of supple black leather appropriate for men or women, it features zippered exterior compartments in the front and... more

Beaded handbag, 'Golden Radiance'

Chic and modern this dazzling evening bag is Vipin's creation. The elongated clutch is crafted of a metallic fabric covered with beads while the flap features with faceted beads each one stitched by hand. An inner pocket completes the purse. more

Textured Beauty,'Leather Accent Cotton Coin Purse from Guatemala'

Handwoven of cotton in tones of blue-violet, straw, and pastel pink with a beautiful texture, this coin purse is designed by the entrepreneurial Women Weavers of Tecpan. The Guatemalan artisans accent the cosmetic bag with leather at the top. It opens... more

Citron Combination,'Handwoven Striped Cotton Sling Handbag from El Salvador'

Stripes of cyan, citron, and white decorate this sling handbag from El Salvador. Women Leaders of La Colorada hand-weave the sling of cotton on the foot pedal loom, elaborating the bag with an adjustable strap and an open pocket on the front for... more

Natural Fields,'Handwoven Cotton Sling in Green from El Salvador'

This beautiful shoulder bag by members of the Women Leaders of La Colorada of El Salvador is made of handwoven cotton in tones of green, black, and white with stripes and geometric motifs. A single zippered pocket is on the exterior and the long straps... more

Tactic Stripes in Black,'Handwoven Striped Cotton Tote in Black from Guatemala'

The artisan women of Tactic, Guatemala hand-weave this tote of cotton on the traditional backstrap loom. Mirian Otzin presents the bag, featuring stripes of pearl grey over a body of black. Multicolored geometric patterns that depict a procession of... more

Chili Red Garden,'Bright Embroidered Handwoven Red Cotton Mexican Morral Tote'

Chili red cotton hosts a bright bouquet of flowers, embroidered on a colorful shoulder bag. The blossoms in Caribbean blue and purple with forest green foliage add to its festive feel. Working on the backstrap loom, Petrona Perez and the Women Artisans... more

'Orange and Black Cotton Coin Purse Hand-Woven in Costa Rica'

This bright cotton coin purse in tangerine and black allows you to keep change or transit tokens at hand, and it will also be very easy to spot in your bag. Artisans of Costa Rica's Association of So Cagru Indigenous Women hand-weave geometric motifs... more

Monterrico Afternoon,'Cotton tote handbag'

Woven by hand on a traditional loom, this beautiful tote features cheerful stripes in dazzling colors. Women from Aj Quen create the beautiful tote bag, adding an outer pocket that zips closed. more

Glorious Stripes,'Green and Black Stripe Handwoven Cotton Lined Tote (13 Inch)'

This attractive tote bag crafted by members of the Women Leaders of La Colorada of El Salvador is made of handwoven cotton with stripes in black and two shades of green. A single zippered pocket is on the exterior and the long handles are made from... more

Earth and Sky,'100% Cotton Handwoven Colorful Striped Tote Handbag'

Meticulously woven on a backstrap loom, multi-colored vertical stripes form an even pattern across this hand crafted shoulder bag. Women from the Cojolya Association along the shores of Lake Atitlán in Guatemala create the tote with wide straps for... more