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'Andean Warmth' - Hand Made Women's Alpaca Wool Shoulder Bag

Warm shades of yellow red and brown welcome the cool allure of green in a shoulder bag of splendid beauty. The Maldonado Family weaves the alpaca wool bag on a traditional loom after carefully dyeing the threads. The bag is lined closes with a zipper... more

The Happiest Woman,'Natural Fiber Shoulder Bag Embellished with Sterling Silver'

Floral sterling silver accents crafted with the repoussé and chasing techniques embellish this fabulous shoulder bag packed with style and reserved for very special occasions. Hand-woven in Bali from a combination of ate grass and rattan, the bag is a... more

Sun & Sea,'Handmade Natural Fiber Shoulder Bag with Faux Leather Straps'

Made with Mexican palmetto leaf fibers that allow for a tropical vibe, Saeda Portillo's shoulder bag is a stylish fashion statement made to exude elegant beauty. Crafted by local artisans from El Salvador, the accessory features comfortable faux... more

Glorious Stripes,'Green and Black Stripe Handwoven Shoulder Bag (11 Inch)'

This attractive shoulder bag 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 straps are made from matching... more

Olive Queen,'100% Olive Leather Shoulder Bag with Detachable Strap'

Every lady is a queen in her own realm, and this exquisite creation from Thailand is here to make everyone bow to the monarch who lives inside you. Artist Suchada works with the finest leather materials to create this olive shoulder bag, whose... more

Bordeaux Queen,'100% Bordeaux Leather Shoulder Bag with Detachable Strap'

Every lady is a queen in her own reign, and this sublime creation from Thailand is here to make everyone bow to the monarch who lives inside you. Artist Suchada works with the best leather materials to create this bordeaux shoulder bag, whose... more

Sun & Evening,'Handmade Natural Fiber Shoulder Bag with Brown Stripes'

Made with Mexican palmetto leaf fibers that allow for a tropical vibe, Saeda Portillo's shoulder bag is a stylish fashion statement accented with brown stripes for a sophisticated vibe. Crafted by local artisans from El Salvador, the accessory features... more

'Guatemalan Hand-Woven Cotton Shoulder Bag with Suede Straps'

A shoulder bag in earth tones will be the perfect complement to any look and style. Designed by artisan Mirian Otzin, this fabulous fashion accessory is hand-woven from cotton and features brown suede straps, a plain back, zipper closure, black cotton... more

Zanzibar,'Leather-Accented Suede Shoulder Bag with Andean Textile'

The talented artisan Kathiana Quispe transports the Andean style to the warm lands of Zanzibar, creating a convenient accessory for the sophisticated woman. Using suede, the Peruvian artisan crafts a generous structure equipped with an interior pocket.... more

Chinchero Tradition,'Backstrap Handwoven Brown Alpaca Blend Shoulder Bag'

Detailed geometric motifs flow across this beautiful brown shoulder bag from Peru. By artisans of the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco, its fabric is woven by hand on a backstrap loom. The women utilize patterns that derive from Inca art and... more

'Eco Friendly Recycled Pop-top Striped Crochet Shoulder Bag'

Rose and yellow unite rows of colorful crochet. Neide Ambrosio transforms the fine art of recycling into a novel fashion accessory. She crochets a versatile shoulder bag with aluminum soda pop-tops. The purse is fully lined with a zipper pocket inside,... more

Cusco Geometry,'Brown Leather and Handwoven Cloth Clutch and Shoulder Bag'

Growing up, Kathiana Quispe had the privilege of watching her father work leather. This formed the basis of her future work in fashion design as seen in this combination clutch and shoulder bag made of leather with a decorative panel inset of handwoven... more

Midnight Floral Artistry,'Midnight Blue Embossed Shoulder Bag with Zippered Pockets'

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

Olive Floral Artistry,'Olive Green Embossed Shoulder Bag with Zippered Pockets'

Embossed with flowers and leaves, this hand-tooled leather shoulder bag takes its inspiration from the elegance of ladies from the past. Paulina and Maria Jose craft the handsome tote with a fully lined interior and a convenient inner pocket that zips... more

'Black and Grey Multi-Striped Handwoven Cotton Shoulder Bag'

Costa Rican artisan Higinia Gonzalez handcrafts a fun and stylish shoulder bag that can be worn across the body or over the shoulder, perfect for the woman on the move. The strap and boldly striped cotton fabric are handwoven on a backstrap loom using... more

Mysterious Stories,'Navy and Ivory Cotton Shoulder Bag with Leather Straps'

Stylish navy and ivory hues adorn this sublime creation by Guatemala's Life and Hope Women's Association (Asociacion de Mujeres Vida y Esperanza). This shoulder bag features an exquisite cotton textile made on a handloom, which adds a refined finish to... more

'Eco Friendly Recycled Pop-top Crochet Shoulder Bag'

Neide Ambrosio transforms the fine art of recycling into a chic fashion accessory. She crochets a versatile shoulder bag with aluminum soda pop-tops and multicolor cords. The purse is fully lined with a zipper pocket inside, and adjustable shoulder strap. more

Warm Spiral,'Suede Shoulder Bag in Red with Adjustable Strap from Peru'

The softest suede and a spectacular spiral motif will make you fall in love with this fashion shoulder bag from Peruvian artisan Lida Evaristo. The bag comes in apple red and features bronze-colored metal accents as well as an adjustable strap. The... more

Andean Prairie,'Backstrap Handwoven Red and Olive Alpaca Shoulder Bag'

Ancestral images become intricate geometric motifs in a shoulder bag for year-round fashion. By artisans of the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco, its fabric is woven by hand on a backstrap loom, combining blue and with two shades of olive green... more

Sun & Summer,'Handmade Natural Fiber Shoulder Bag with Sharp Brown Accents'

Made with Mexican palmetto leaf fibers that allow for a tropical vibe, Saeda Portillo's shoulder bag is a trendy fashion statement accented with sharp brown stripes for a refined and vibrant aura. Crafted by local artisans from El Salvador, the... more

White Island Oval,'White Oval Bamboo Shoulder Bag with Faux Leather Strap'

Natural bamboo announces summer fashion with this handwoven shoulder bag. By Putu Kartini, the oval purse is crafted in the style of Lombok Island. Flexible white cords contrast beautifully with the brown faux leather strap and clasp, and the handbag... more

'Eco Friendly Recycled Pop-top Pink Crochet Shoulder Bag'

Evoking pink marshmallow candy, this lovely handbag exemplifies eco-friendly fashion. Neide Ambrosio transforms the fine art of recycling into art, crocheting a versatile shoulder bag with aluminum soda pop-tops. The pink and red purse is fully lined... 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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