Artistic Youth Patchwork Sling Bag / Shoulder Bag / Crossbody Bag

\ Unique Handicrafts from Pokhara / This patchwork fabric bag comes not from a partner fair trade workshop, but from a family-run artisan shop in Pokhara, Nepal. The shop is run by two brothers, with the younger learning his craft directly from the elder, ensuring every stitch is imbued with warmth and tradition. Stepping inside, you're greeted by a dazzling array of handmade goods. The fabrics are a distinctive blend of hemp fiber and organic cotton, offering a rustic yet unique appeal. Each bag is a one-of-a-kind creation – once the fabric is chosen, the artisan meticulously sews it on the spot, guaranteeing no two are alike. Features: Inner lining + small inner pocket + button + small side pocket (Style A: Flaxen, excluded due to design). ▌ Product Dimensions: Slight variations due to handmade nature. A Style: Round base diameter 20cm, bag width 47cm, bag length including strap 70cm C Style: Base width 12x30cm, bag width 42cm, bag length including strap 75cm BDE Styles: Base width 15x28cm, bag width 38cm, bag length including strap 75cm ▌ Origin: Nepal ▌ Material: Natural hemp fiber, organic cotton ▌ Care Instructions: Machine washable in a laundry bag (quick wash cycle) or hand wash. Air dry in a cool place. ▌ About the Material: The hemp fiber in our cotton-hemp products comes from "industrial hemp." Compared to cotton, industrial hemp is more environmentally friendly to grow, requiring minimal water and nutrients to thrive, thus reducing the strain on land and water resources. Hemp fiber is known for its strength and durability. It's not only eco-friendly but also a resilient resource, contributing to a more sustainable future. Its cultivation and utilization are encouraged to lessen environmental impact and promote a greener lifestyle. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53350534010_359d42d29c_b.jpg ▌ About Perch-Fair trade natural fiber Treasures from below the Himalayas: Perch is based on the island of Taiwan. We love and appreciate the unique characteristics of natural fibers, as renewable resources hold special significance for us. We primarily use hemp fiber and bark fiber from the Himalayas, along with wool from New Zealand. Our dyes are derived from the natural beauty gifted by the earth – roots, bark, nuts, leaves, flowers, and mineral pigments extracted from plants. Cross-border Collaboration and Connection: Nepal boasts a rich history of craftsmanship, with travelers highly valuing the local artistry and the skills of its artisans. However, traditional crafts are often forgotten as they struggle to align with modern economic models. Therefore, we collaborate with Nepalese artisans, supporting local communities and encouraging traditional craft techniques by providing fair wages. We integrate Perch's design philosophy on a fair trade basis, whether locally or internationally. This is what motivates us to continually improve, and it allows everyone who purchases our products to participate in this beautiful journey. We hope you love our products as much as we do :) https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53350096531_ee93852400_b.jpg ▲ In-stock items: Shipped within approximately 1-3 days (excluding holidays). ▲ Pre-order items: Shipped sequentially starting approximately 14-20 days later (excluding holidays). ▲ Important Notes: Each handmade item has a normal range of error; they are not 100% identical like machine-made products. All items are photographed in kind, but color display may vary depending on the device or medium used, so color differences are inevitable. Natural variations in color distribution are inherent to natural fibers and are not defects.