Embe Braided Raffia Tote
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Why It’s Better
- Fair Trade Supports fairer work and responsible sourcing.
Carry market finds in a flexible handwoven raffia bag.
Description
Carry a market haul in handwoven raffia instead of a synthetic shopping tote. This 13.5 by 16 inch braided raffia tote is woven by artisans in Rwanda from locally sourced raffia and finished with vegetable-tanned leather handles. Its flexible unlined body expands around what you carry, while profits fund education and entrepreneurship programs for the women who make it.
Features
- 8" handle drop
- Size and color variation may occur due to handmade construction
- Spot clean only; reshape by dampening creased areas with water, pressing into shape, and drying away from direct sunlight and fabric surfaces
- Trim any stray fibers that appear over time
Raffia
Few natural fibers are as flexible as raffia. Harvested from the leaves of the raffia palm, it combines lightweight strength with a soft, natural texture that bends without breaking. Its distinctive appearance and lasting durability have made it a favorite for generations of artisans. As a rapidly renewable plant fiber, raffia offers lasting beauty while supporting more responsible material sourcing.
