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Ripples of Nourishment Handmade Sisal Straw Basket Tote Bag

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$62.5 $125 In stock

Category: America 250

Ripples of Nourishment Tote – From the Nourishment Collection

Inspired by rain. Woven like water. Crafted with purpose.

The Ripples of Nourishment Tote is the most intricate piece in our Blue Collection, reflecting the way water flows, nourishes, and shapes life itself. Woven in a striking blue and ivory wave-like pattern, this tote captures the dance of rain across the land, echoing the beauty of rivers, tides, and life-giving movement.

Lovingly crafted by women artisans in Kenya using sustainable, vegan sisal fiber from the agave plant, each tote is a celebration of ancient African weaving traditions and the power of ethical fashion. Featuring leather handles and a button closure, it's a strong, stylish companion for the beach, farmers market, travel, or everyday living. The ring loops are part of the bag’s design only—no long strap included. This durable canvas tote bag functions as a tote bag for women, lunch bag, makeup bag, and even a travel toiletry bag for weekend trips.

Your purchase directly supports SAWA SAWA’s nonprofit mission—empowering women with fair wages, improving access to clean water, food security, and menstrual care, and funding solar light installations that help artisan villages coexist with surrounding wildlife in Kenya’s conservation zones.

Product Features:

  • Size: 22” (top width) x 14” (height) x 14” (bottom diameter)
  • Material: Organic sisal (vegan), genuine leather handles, button closure
  • Colors: Blue and ivory ripple pattern – symbolic of flow, nourishment, and connection
  • Uses: Beach, travel, market, daily carry, or home décor
  • Handmade. Ethical. Sustainable. Impactful.

Carry movement. Carry life. Carry SAWA SAWA.

 

Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 1 review)

Violet ★★★★★

The woven texture really does look like ripples of rain—everyone keeps asking where I got it. It’s sturdier than I expected for a straw bag, and the handmade detail makes it feel special. Perfect for carrying groceries or a day at the market.