This purse is entirely made of recycled Guatemalan clothing! Wipils are traditional mayan blouses made by the women. Their skirts are foot loomed. The Plaid/ikat like fabric is that of the skirts and the embroidery is the blouses.
- Purse size is 8.5" x 11"
- Front pocket is 7"x9"
- Zipper closure
- 22" strap drop
- Every bag is unique, since it's made of recycled clothing.
- The back of the bag is random patch work made of the up-cycled blouses too!
QUETZAL CRAFTS - GUATEMALA
In the outskirts of Antigua, Guatemala 3 different women's groups have all received small business loans from World Vision International. They are comprised of women from the Mayan Tribe, and are heirs of a long line of weavers and embroiderers. They come from very rural areas in Guatemala and exist off of very little income. The purchase of this product helps employ those in the rural villages of Antigua and supports these women's small businesses!
Learn more about the Quetzal Crafts project in Guatemala here.