Tote Bag #2

Muted Earthy colours on this beautiful, handwoven basket bag. A lovely big size you’ll be able to chuck all you need for the beach, gym, kids or a day at the shops.

Material: Sisal and Recycled Wool (Natural & Synthetic), Leather Straps

Dimensions: 40cmW X 30cmH approx (width is measured at the widest part of the bag)

Strap Length: 29cm approx

From ‘The Basket Room’ who have women’s weaving co-operatives in the greater Lower Eastern region of Kenya, each basket bag takes up to a week to complete, depending on the preferred workload and pace of the weaver. The magic art of basketry takes place in and around other household chores, church, childcare and farming duties. Once completed, these sisal bags are sent to a local tannery where cow hide shoulder straps are produced and attached by artisan leatherworkers. All leather used is a by-product of the food industry and otherwise destinated for landfill.

Handmade in Kenya.