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Eco-Friendly Tote Bag with Upcycled Patchwork Accents, "Eco-Friendly Patchwork"

Name: Eco-Friendly Tote Bag with Upcycled Patchwork Accents, 'Eco-Friendly Patchwork'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 434968
Price: 127.77 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.82 (67 reviews)

Product ID: 434968

by Luisa Villavicencio (67)

Meticulously hand-woven from cotton, this splendid tote bag harmoniously blends style with eco-consciousness as it features patchwork accents created... more

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Meticulously hand-woven from cotton, this splendid tote bag harmoniously blends style with eco-consciousness as it features patchwork accents created from upcycled fabrics that were salvaged from previous productions rather than discarded. With ample space, this delightful fully-lined bag by Guatemala's Luisa Villavicencio proves to be an ideal companion for both shopping excursions and travels.

0.52 kgs
1.1 lbs

Metric

US/Imperial

100% cotton; cotton lining
Hand wash or machine wash in cold water
Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
No closure
Promotes recycling and reduces waste
Made in Guatemala
Certified and shipped by our office in Guatemala
Product ID: 434968

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Luisa Villavicencio

Central America

Cotton apparel and accessories

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Elizabeth

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May 29, 2025

“Sister loves this”

This was a gift for my hard to please sister. She loves everything about this beautiful ruana. And she raved about the careful and beautiful packaging.

cool spring and fall days This was a gift for Sister Occasion: birthday

Purchased Item Ancestral Ginger, Brown Cotton Ruana with Fringes Handloomed in Guatemala

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Lisa

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Apr 07, 2025

“New to Ruanas...”

This is my first ruana, and it is beautifully crafted, spacious and comfortable.

Purchased Item Ancestral Alabaster, Ivory Cotton Ruana with Fringes Handloomed in Guatemala

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John

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Dec 13, 2024

“Great purchase”

Very comfortable.

Purchased Item Sporting Elegance, Men's Beige Cotton Pullover Sweater from Guatemala

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Job Creator

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

Microcredit Financing

Luisa Villavicencio has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1400 and the most recent for $2100. Proceeds were used to invest in new raw materials and expand variety of product designs.

Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Empowering Women

The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.

Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Eco-Friendly

This Product is awarded the Earth Friendly badge because it uses recycled or sustainable materials or techniques.

Meet the Artist

Luisa Villavicencio Cotton apparel and accessories

(67)

"All our creations are 100% ecological, 100% natural undyed cotton that reveals the natural shades of the fiber. People are sometimes surprised to learn that we use no dying process at all."

"Nature gives the color and we give it shape…. "I'm a Guatemalan woman, born into a family where respect for the environment and for our... read more