The eco-friendly Fair Trade
Orange/Natural Hemp Katmandu Handbag blends old world charm with modern styling.
The beautiful handmade Hemp Orange/Natural Katmandu Handbag blends old world charm with
modern styling and finishes. Lined with unbleached cotton fabric, and includes high quality YKK zipper closures.
Includes 2 main bag compartments with a zippered divider compartment. The main
strap buckle includes a magnetic button closure.
Approximate Dimensions: 13" long x 8" high x 4" wide, strap 8"
(dimensions vary slightly from bag to bag)
Colors: Orange and Natural (colors are approximations only and may
vary somewhat)
(The picture on the far right
shows the Katmandu Handbag in Natural/Chocolate Brown for illustration only)
More Information about our Fair Trade Hemp
Products:
 This
Fair Trade natural hemp fiber bag is handmade by small women-owned cottage
industry cooperatives. We work directly with the people that make these items.
We help them source supplies like zippers, rings and buckles, and provide
feedback on designs and offer suggestions to improve quality. The weavers and
members of these organizations receive a fair wage and additional benefits such
as bonuses, paid leave, medical benefits, and retirement plans. These
cooperatives improve the quality of life in their communities by providing
employment for socially and economically disadvantaged women.
The hemp fabric that is typically used grows wild in the lower Himalayan
Mountain regions. It is not cultivated or farmed. The villagers in this region
cut the hemp down by hand and soften the hemp in water without the use of
chemicals. The stalk of the hemp plant is then brushed into a wool like material
and then spun by hand into a strand of twine. The twine is then woven by hand on
a pit loom into pieces of fabric. The fabric pieces are carted down the
mountains on foot and make their way into the hands of the craftswomen who make
these unique and beautiful handbags.
Note: Please allow approximately 7 - 10 days for delivery. Colors may vary slightly from one unique handmade bag to the next.
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