Small Balance Handmade Shoulder Kiondo Sisal Crossbody Bag

Inspired by the colors of nature, black stands for human suffering, white for Serenity. Handwoven by artisans in Kenya. The medium crossbody shoulder bags are handcrafted from nature using sisal fiber from the agave plant and dyed using natural dyes. They can be used as your go to work bag, step into town, weekend bag and daily accessory. It has a rich, textural, rustic feel that is elegant and comfortable. Sisal gets softer and more durable as it ages.

• 𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗕𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗬: The sisal fiber is sustainably harvested from the self-replenishing leaves of the agave plant. It is rich with fiber. The fiber is dried and dyed with locally sourced natural dye either from plants, tree bark, flowers or soil. The process is sustainable, the women weave in their homes in their traditional weaving circles. Their role as mothers and care takers remains intact. Our products are sustainable with 100% transparency. Our revenue funds sustainable solutions and impact in our artisan villages.
• 𝗘𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗙𝗔𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗢𝗡: Ethical fashion is the awareness of the people and the process of making our products. It is fashion that is morally right for the people that create, the environment they are in and fair compensation of their effort. This bag is handmade by women in their community using ancient weaving craftsmanship. 
• 𝐌𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐈-𝐅𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐔𝐒𝐄: This tote medium-sized bag; 8"W x 9"H x 12"L, weight Silhouette is based on 5'9" model 28"L adjustable leather shoulder straps Zipper closure with leather flap Sturdy, resilient agave sisal fiber and leather. Organize your essentials with this versatile tote bag, great as a travel makeup bag, lunch bag women, or even a beach bag.
  
• 𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄: Featuring a button closure and leather handles grander size totes with inside pocket & interior, large straw bag ensures your belongings stay safe while offering comfortable carrying. 

Features:

• Durable, organic plant-based fiber that is sustainably harvested from the agave plant. It is eco-friendly, biodegradable and earth conscious. Dye comes from nature.
•  A flap and zipper closure.
•  Adjustable leather strap.

About SAWA SAWA: We are a black woman, sustainable, non-profit eco-fashion brand. Co-founded by Anne and Catherine. Our mission is to empower artisan women in Kenya by harnessing their ancient skills in weaving, beading, art and more to provide a sustainable dignified income. We buy from the women to give them an income and a platform to share their skills. We re-invest the revenue into various 501(c)3 non-profit empowerment programs especially reproductive health education and menstrual hygiene kits for girls in school, food, water and medical camps in partnership with others.