Women Artisans in Kenya weave these sturdy and unique bags from the local xx plant.  The sisal is dyed to the beautiful colors and artisans weave the patterns and designs to create beautiful bags.  Perfect summer bag for the pool or beach.  

Product Features:

• Hand wash only. 
• Approximately 12 inches, but sizes will vary due to handmade nature.
• The design will be slightly different on each bag, but the color in the image represents what to expect.
• Socially responsible product assortments that is empowering consumers to purchase according to their values and help alleviate poverty.
• Fair Trade is so much more than a product assortment. It's about safe workplaces, fair wages + community investment for factory employees.

Story behind the Art:

The sisal plants are grown in Kenya and are a very eco-friendly crop.  It requires little water and can be harvested year-round.  The leaves are typically harvested by hand and the green outer leaf is removed and used as animal feed.  This leaves behind long strands of super-strong natural sisal fiber that are hung in the sun to dry.   Once dried, the fiber is dyed and woven into sturdy and functional baskets.