

Raffia Petite Bucket Tote - Natural
$ 88.00
HANDMADE IN MADAGASCAR
The cylindrical structured bucket bag is an everyday carryall that’ll take you through the seasons. With a spacious interior and timeless silhouette, each bag is a perfect blend of ease and elegance. Woven by artisans with durable raffia, this piece is one you’ll love for how it looks and feels — and for how it’s made.Every purchase supports artisans in Madagascar as they attain a sustainable income and skill development opportunities. The artisans, who are primarily women, practice generations-old weaving and crocheting techniques with eco-conscious materials. Prior to crafting baskets and bags, most of the artisans lived below the poverty line and earned less than a dollar per day.
Cylindrical Structured Bucket Bag | Raffia | The Little Market
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RAZAFINDRABE COLLECTIONS
Located in: Madagascar
Social enterprise Razafindrabe Collections works with artisans in Madagascar, the majority of whom are women. Most of these women have multiple children and have not previously had access to a formal education. Through their work, they have access to a sustainable income and skill development opportunities. The artisans practice intricate weaving techniques using eco-conscious materials including raffia and aravola. With a commitment to the community at-large, Razafindrabe Collections also supports the local primary school with basic supplies and donates 10 percent of its profits to the lunch program.
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Located in: Madagascar
Handwoven with natural grasses
Handwoven with natural grasses
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