This one-of-a-kind kantha bag is made from layered and hand-stitched repurposed sari fabric. Perfect as a washbag, makeup bag or pouch
Good Things:
Shakti.ism is a not-for-profit social enterprise on a mission to empower and employ women from marginalised communities, and especially those at risk of being impacted by gender-based violence
They work with women in India, Bangladesh and Nepal
Shakti.ism aims to preserve local skills and traditions, and to empower women by providing meaningful and stable employment along with fair living wages
Products are created from upcycled sari fabrics, turned into beautiful products that are unique, zero waste and socially impactful
The bags are printed with natural inks
Kantha fabric is created by layering saris and hand-stitching straight rows. With their bright colours, bold prints, and unique pairings, no one will have a kantha bag quite like yours.
This gorgeous kantha bag helps women access secure employment, subsidised medical care, life skills classes and free on-site nursery places for their children.
What you get:
Each large kantha bag measures 24cm long x 13cm across x 12.5cm high, with a zip along the top
Each of these bags is created with upcycled sari fabric, and every one is unique! Designs vary.
Washing instructions: gently hand wash in cold water. Hang or lay flat to air dry.
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It is gorgeous. Absolutely gorgeous
It can be for casual use. It can be for glamorous occasions
It is extraordinarily versatile.
Easy wrap around just to cover arms with a dress.
Easy under a coat or jacket
Easy to wrap around neck It whatever way needed.
This insulated bottle worked really welll when I was travelling, by keeping the water cold for ages.
It is a quality. product and I have the reassurance of taking out the lifetime guarantee. The colourful gorilla design has been much admired!