Karen hand-woven shoulder bag dyed with natural plants / Dull purple with human pattern / Hand-sewn, one-of-a-kind

[One-of-a-kind, ethical products] This is a handwoven shoulder bag made by the Karen people living in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The cotton thread is dyed with natural dyes and then hand woven and hand sewn, taking a long time to carefully finish. This design features a traditional pattern woven into it, making it an even more elaborate piece. The colors and patterns are left to the discretion of the weaver, making this a rare, one-of-a-kind piece that you can only find at this time. The purple is dyed using a dye made from crushed cochineal nests collected from the local area. The warm colors of the plant dyes and the expressive texture that can only be achieved with hand-woven fabric are attractive features. Pair it with a casual style, a dress, or a natural outfit and it will become the focal point of your outfit. . It has a simple design without pockets or zippers, so it can hold more than it looks. It's lightweight and easy to carry, has a large capacity, and is easy to use daily. . The woven fabric gets softer the more you use it, and the wide handle makes it less tiring to use. When not in use, it can be folded up compactly and stored. Also, since it is made from natural materials, it is perfect for trips to natural spots such as camping or the beach, or to outdoor events. Handwoven bags, which are full of the charm of handmade items, are also recommended as gifts. By the way, Karen people use these bags to carry things like machetes or rice wrapped in banana leaves when they go out to work in the fields or to graze buffalo, and they also use them to carry chewing tobacco and their wallets when they go out. We hope you will feel free to use the property while imagining what life in the mountains might be like. --- ▽ Click here for the bag list page https://pinkoi.com/store/chikuchikutong?category=1&catp=group_1 *We also have handwoven bags in different colors and designs. --- <Color> Dull purple human pattern (White, yellow, pink, indigo, gray, light blue, orange, and teal patterns) ＜Size (approx.)＞ Width: 31cm (12.2 inches) Depth: 28cm (11 inches) Handle length: 95cm (37.4 inch) <Material> Cotton (vegetable dyed, hand woven, hand sewn) *The cotton thread used is starched with rice. After washing it twice, the starch will usually come off and the fabric will become softer. *Because this product is plant-dyed and hand-woven, the color and texture will change depending on the environment in which it is used. Dark colors in particular may fade a little the first few times you wash them. We hope you will enjoy watching the changes over time as if you were raising the product. *We recommend using a neutral detergent to wash the item by hand, gently by itself, and then drying in the shade. If you use a washing machine, wash it by itself in a laundry net on a gentle cycle (hand wash mode). However, using a washing machine may cause damage to the fabric and cause the color to fade. *Please check the care instructions below before purchasing. https://img.lazcdn.com/g/p/62f62063dfaed207c907f9457fb80100.jpg_2200x2200q80.jpg_.webp https://img.lazcdn.com/g/p/c37d07a370c72e02614ac51aa978efa9.jpg_2200x2200q80.jpg_.webp ■Gift wrapping (free) Both regular orders and gifts are wrapped as shown in the photo. (The plant-dyed thread, paper color, and wrapping material may change.) For gift wrapping, the message usually written inside will either be omitted or will be attached separately. If you would like this option, please let us know when you place your order. *Wrapping may change without notice. https://img.lazcdn.com/g/p/35b242fab93375fd5ba6e9ecc9560691.jpg_2200x2200q80.jpg_.webp https://img.lazcdn.com/g/p/3018aba8e2b39b1019393159cd100271.jpg_2200x2200q80.jpg_.webp https://img.lazcdn.com/g/p/b42b89c6e2d9a501925aa5558e7c33f1.jpg_2200x2200q80.jpg_.webp https://img.lazcdn.com/g/p/02b3bed148dc26520a0e13fdf3a9f566.jpg_2200x2200q80.jpg_.webp https://img.lazcdn.com/g/p/d5b0baf6f195ea018354c300c12d3bbe.jpg_2200x2200q80.jpg_.webp https://img.lazcdn.com/g/p/9e9b87dae259016b953399fab078446a.jpg_2200x2200q80.jpg_.webp https://img.lazcdn.com/g/p/9d9b94509e19572a92ce261f6e63667d.jpg_2200x2200q80.jpg_.webp https://img.lazcdn.com/g/p/082d4b5b876ef04ca4c09c8a18395490.jpg_2200x2200q80.jpg_.webp https://img.lazcdn.com/g/p/c138f8242f26cc46465a31a942b3eb6e.jpg_2200x2200q80.jpg_.webp --- Instagram: @chikuchikutongtong "Chiku Chiku Tong Tong" is an ethical brand that works to preserve the traditional culture of the Karen people and create sustainable villages. To make one item, it takes anywhere from a few weeks to three months from dyeing the thread to finishing touches such as sewing. We hope you will enjoy using this product for a long time, appreciating the natural dyed colors that change over time and the texture that can only be achieved by hand weaving. --- *Please handle with care as this product is made of delicate materials. *Please note that due to the nature of the material and the handmade nature of the product, there may be unevenness in color, as well as individual differences in size, weight, and color tone between lots. *After washing, stretch the garment moderately and hang it to dry to prevent shrinkage. *Please make sure to check the size and material of the work before purchasing. *The color of the product image may differ from the actual product depending on your PC environment. *In consideration of the environment, we use minimalist packaging, using natural materials as much as possible, such as paper, plants, and vegetable-dyed thread. We also use recycled paper and reusable packaging materials. [Please be sure to check the following before purchasing] -About shipping. After confirming your payment, we will usually ship within 3 days excluding Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays in Thailand. It will be shipped by airmail from the post office in Chiang Mai, Thailand. It will take 1-2 weeks to arrive in Asian countries. (Please note that there may be delays due to the spread of the new coronavirus infection.) We will ship the item with a tracking number, but without compensation. Please note that we cannot take any responsibility for loss or damage after shipping. If you would like to use a shipping method with compensation, please contact us before purchasing. In order to reduce shipping costs, we will ship the product in simple packaging. There will be no invoice attached (if you would like one, please let us know and we will send it to you digitally). If the product is returned to Thailand due to the storage period having expired due to your absence at the time of delivery, the re-shipping fee will be borne by the customer. If the item is returned due to an incorrect address, the customer will be responsible for the re-shipping fee. If tax is charged when you receive the item, you will be responsible for paying it. *About the product. We handcraft our products using natural materials, which means that the weave, seams, colors, patterns, etc. are not uniform like ready-made products. Karen dyeing, weaving, embroidery and sewing are traditional techniques handed down as home crafts rooted in daily life. They are different from professional techniques. We strive to work precisely, but unlike ready-made products or products made by professionals, there are some imperfections. Please understand that this is the flavor of handiwork handed down from mother to daughter, and we hope you will understand this before purchasing. *Regarding payment. Please make payment within 3 business days of placing your order (including the day of your order). Please note that if we are unable to confirm your payment or any communication within 3 business days, your order will be automatically cancelled. *Regarding cancellations, returns, and exchanges. Cancellations, returns or exchanges are not accepted after payment. If there is a defect that occurred before shipping, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the product so that we can handle it individually. [How to care for plant-dyed and hand-woven products] Compared to chemical dyes, vegetable dyed products are less resistant to washing and sunlight, and the color will change with use. Please pay attention to the following points when caring for and using them. Color transfer or fading may occur due to friction or getting wet. Please be careful of color transfer when wearing or using light-colored clothing or bags. If you wear it with dark-colored clothing or bags, color transfer will be less noticeable. Dark colors in particular tend to fade easily, so we recommend washing it once before wearing it. We also recommend washing by hand separately from other clothes. If you use a washing machine, use a neutral detergent, place in a laundry net, wash separately from other clothes on a gentle cycle. However, washing in a washing machine may cause damage to the fabric and cause color fading. Avoid using a dryer and hang to dry in the shade. -About gluing. In the case of fabric products, threads may be used that have been starched with rice, but the starch will usually come off after washing twice. If you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us!