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Elephant Flower in Fuchsia,'Multicolored Embroidered Tote Handbag from India'

With a rounded bottom, this tote handbag from India features amazing embroidery work to depict elephant and floral motifs in a variety of vibrant colors against a magenta body. Expressing the culture of his home, Om Prakash presents his own designs in... more

Happy Day,'Cotton Macrame Tote Bag in Ivory and Honey from El Salvador'

To create this stylish and practical cotton tote, El Salvador's Fatima Dawson draws inspiration from her homeland's traditional matata bags used in rural areas to carry essentials and work tools. This stunning design comes with an ivory drawstring bag... more

'Indian Paisley' - Artisan Crafted Paisley Jute Shoulder Bag

By Asha Prabha this beautiful tote bag is centered with an embroidered paisley medallion. The Indian designer works in royal blue jute with natural beige jute trim. Fully lined the handbag features an inner zipper that zips closed. Cotton cords form... more

Golden Companion,'Recycled Golden Pop-Top Hobo Handbag from Brazil'

For an eco-friendly companion on your next shopping trip, this hobo-style handbag is created by Neide Ambrosio in Brazil. She works with gleaming recycled aluminum pop-tops to craft the tote, crocheting the golden pieces together with black cords. With... more

Coppery Companion,'Recycled Aluminum Pop-Top Hobo Handbag from Brazil'

For an eco-friendly companion on your next shopping trip, this hobo-style handbag is created by Neide Ambrosio in Brazil. She works with gleaming recycled aluminum pop-tops to craft the tote, crocheting the coppery pieces together with black cords.... more

Natural Style,'Handmade Natural Fiber Tote Handbag from Bali'

Nurul Madjid in Bali works with natural fibers to create this summery woven tote, which features a white cotton lining with a drawstring closure. The tote is ideal for the beach, a picnic, or a visit to the local farmer's market. more

Practical Night,'Handcrafted 100% Leather Open-Top Tote Bag in Black'

These fast-paced days need practical solutions, but with Deepika Lohani's newest design, your style will never lose its flare. The designer works with master Indian artisans in this sublime 100% leather tote bag, whose ebony hue exudes glamorous grace.... more

Guanajuato Tote,'Pacific Blue Leather Travel Tote with Zippered Compartment'

By Amilkar Granados, this blue leather toiletries case is perfect for travelers who need to keep their basic necessities safe while on the go. It opens with a zipper to reveal two inner compartments. One side has an inner zipper pocket while the other... more

Nicaraguan Tote,'Palm Fiber Woven Circular Tote Bag with Tassels'

Maria Isabel Montoya grew up in the post-war crises of Nicaragua from 1979 to 1990, which taught her the value of using everything at hand. This tote bag is an example of this, as she weaves palm fiber into two disks to create something simple,... more

Embellished tote handbag, 'Crimson in Kutch'

By Om Prakash this dazzling handbag showcases India's traditional block print art in gold. The motifs appear on both front and back and glittering sequins add a festive feel. Fully lined the purse features an inner pocket that zips closed. Each tote is... more

Kite Basket,'Hand Woven Raffia Natural Fiber Tote with Leather Strap'

Ghanaian artisan Robert Ayine Anaba hand weaves this unique natural fiber tote bag. The bag is created from dyed raffia and features two leather straps. A kite motif is featured on the front. more

Madam Handiness,'Peruvian Cotton Tote Bag in a Multicolor Blend Alpaca Case'

Sometimes bags can take up a lot of room in our limited space or cannot be carried comfortably. Designed by the Yurivilca family in Peru, this 100% cotton tote bag comes in a lovely handloomed alpaca blend case with warm colors and a striped pattern.... more

'Hand-Painted Leaf and Tree Cotton Tote Bag from Armenia'

The Khosrov Forest State Reserve is Armenia's pride, as this sacred place preserves the ancient wildlife of the region while collaborating with scientific researchers to understand more about the planet that has given a home to humanity. Inspired by... more

'Blue & White Screen-Printed Geometric Themed Cotton Tote Bag'

A stylish tote bag adorned with a screen-printed geometric pattern in bright white and blue shades will be your best companion for a weekend getaway, a shopping spree and much more. Crafted from cotton, Indian artisan Arushi Gupta's eye-catching design... more

Building Blocks,'Indian Black Grey Beige Cotton Tote Bag with Three Pockets'

Rajnandinee and Srabonti recall ancient Indian architectural patterns for the modern design of this tote bag. Underscored by black, beige and grey building block patterns are revealed through the daboo mud resist style of block-printing, which dates... more

Beige Textures,'Handwoven Beige Rattan Open Top Tote'

Woven by hand, this open-top tote is lightweight and versatile. Putu Suryawan selects natural rattan to create interwoven diagonal textures. The straps are braided. more

Lady Andes,'Tote Bag with Andean Lady Print and Floral Motifs'

Bring Andean beauty to your life with this sublime tote bag featuring a print of a lady wearing traditional garments of the region. Crafted by the Peruvian Andean Travel & Adventure Association, this accessory comes with an interior pocket, a zipper... more

Sonic Green,'Tote Handbag with Green Zigzag Motifs from India'

Entrancing zigzag wave motifs in a variety of vibrant greens and purples cover the body of this tote handbag, designed by India's Om Prakash and accented with rayon embroidery and silver-tone sequins. Featuring two shoulder straps, this handbag opens... more

Happy Day in Black,'Cotton Blend Geometric-Motif Tote Bag'

Designed with extra pockets for those hectic days, Chirada's hand crafted tote bag is sure to keep you organized. Woven from a poly-cotton blend, the bag features lots of contrasting designs and a cotton and leather handle. Inside, one zippered pocket... more

Pink Kaleidoscope,'Tote Handbag with Kaleidoscope Motifs from India'

A beautiful world of pink kaleidoscopic colors covers the surface of this tote handbag, printed by Indian artisan Om Prakash. Working with local artisans, he accentuates the handbag with circular rayon embroidery and silver-tone sequins, hanging woolen... more

Striped Party,'Colorful Striped Cotton Tote Handbag from El Salvador'

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

Love Yourself First,'Jute and Cotton Blend Tote Bag Hand Crafted in India'

In case you needed a reminder to love yourself first, this colorful tote bag designed by Indian artisan Papiya Das and handcrafted from a jute and cotton blend motivates you to do just that by screen-printing the positive message on the front and the... more

Cotton tote handbag and change purse, 'Mint Garden'

From Keawpankanlaya this elegant tote handbag features three outer pockets. Flowers bloom on a sky blue background their exquisite petals woven by hand with the yok dok technique. Inside the black cotton purse has an inner pocket. A detachable zipper... more

My Dear,'Handcrafted Natural Fiber Tote Bag'

Throw your essentials in this easy, breezy tote bag and go! Presented by Adams Salley in Ghana, the open-top tote is hand crafted from natural raffia and features a green striped motif. Two leather and raffia handles make carrying this tote a snap. more

Creative Walk,'Hand Made Natural Fiber Tote Bag'

Add a natural look to your ensemble with this woven tote bag from Balinese artisan team Dewa Brothers. Crafted from woven water hyacinth reeds, the bag features a woven pattern in black and beige, two handles that fit comfortably in your hand, and a... more

'Printed Inspirational Giraffe-Themed Blue Cotton Tote Bag'

An adorable giraffe swings while thinking about the planet, sending an important message to everyone: "Make the planet green again." Indian designer Tapan Sarbadhikary and a talented artisan team place this inspirational quote on this red and blue... more

Elephant at the Market,'Batik Cotton Elephant Tote Bag from Ghana'

Bring this charming elephant with you on your next trip to the market. Designed by Ghanaian artisan K. Baka, the cotton bag is decorated with the wax-dyeing batik method to depict the image of the elephant on both sides. The bag drapes over the... more

'Ginger Garden' - Cotton Tote Bag with Coin Purse

From Keawpankanlaya this elegant tote handbag features three outer pockets. Ginger flowers bloom on a golden background their exquisite petals woven by hand with the yok dok technique. Inside the brown cotton purse has an inner pocket. A detachable... more

Lurik Stripes,'Striped Batik Leather Accent Cotton Tote Bag from Bali'

Crafted of cotton with leather accents and handles, this Balinese tote bag is designed by Farida Ridwan. She decorates the cotton exterior with striped Javanese Lurik motifs achieved with the batik method, painting a wax resist onto the fabric before... more

'Baroque-Inspired Floral Honey Leather Tote Bag and Wristlet'

Magnificent flowers come from the Baroque era to embellish an exquisite leather set from Mexico. Alejandro Villanueva designs the accessories using advanced techniques that allow him to add the intricate embossed floral and leafy pattern, which... more

Mandala Fusion,'Embroidered Mandala Motif Cotton Tote from India'

Fusing different shades of blue, an intricate mandala motif is carefully embroidered onto the front of this tote from India. Anil Khandelwal designs the tote, crafted from snow white cotton with blue straps. Inside, it features a cotton-lined interior... more

Abstract Enigma,'Black Cotton Indian Batik Tote Bag with Abstract Patterns'

India's Rajnandinee and Srabonti design this trendy tote bag with abundant abstract patterns revealed through classic batik techniques from Bengal. In black and beige with red and ocher leaves, the cotton bag is fully lined in black and has a zipper... more

Blowing Bubbles in Brown,'Brown Cotton Fish-Motif Tote Bag'

Get up and go with K. Baka's tote bag, designed to toss over your shoulder on your way out the door. Crafted from 100% cotton in Ghana, the tote features a charming fish motif, two shoulder straps, and an open top that lets you toss in books,... more

'Erebuni Fortress-Inspired Hand-Painted Cotton Tote Bag'

The walls of the Erebuni Fortress tell the story of the city of Yerevan with a series of hand-painted images full of unique symbolism, the same that adorn a cotton tote bag handcrafted by Azatuhi and Anna Stepanyan from Armenia. Choosing a palette of... more

Green and Orange,'Green Plaid Open Top Tote Bag With Orange Fringe'

To the beach or just to do a bit of shopping, this green plaid tote with patches of orange fringe is sure to get attention. The cotton fabric is handwoven on a backstrap loom and the straps are long enough for carrying by hand or on the shoulder.... more

Yunza Carnival,'Cultural Cotton Blend Arpillera Patchwork Tote from Peru'

The front of this cotton-blend tote from Peru depicts a yunza carnival. This is a tradition practiced across all of Peru, and involves a dance with streamers tied around a tree that will be chopped down. Maria Uyauri handcrafts the tote in the style of... more

Walk in the Park,'Handwoven Eco Friendly Tote from Guatemala'

Bands of daffodil and cornsilk yellow encircles this black tote from Guatemala. Claudia Hernandez weaves it by hand with a pleasing texture. The purse has two straps, and the button closure opens to a single-compartment. more

Flowery Beauty,'Vibrant Cotton Tote Bag in Turquoise, Orange, and Yellow'

From Ghana, Lydia Mawuenya Amedzrator presents this vibrant tote in traditional colors of saffron and turquoise. Bold flowers are evenly spaced against a field of diagonal lines and yellow vines and leaves. This 100% cotton bag can accommodate a... more