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Karibu Basket Bag - Natural
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Details
Discover our Karibu bags, unique and ethical creations that celebrate the traditional crafts of women artisans from the southern highlands of Tanzania. These tote bags are the result of the hard work of more than 300 formerly unemployed rural women who found a source of income and pride in the design and production of hand-woven baskets.
Each Karibu bag is a unique piece, carefully hand-woven from eco-friendly, locally sourced “Milulu” grass, combined with high-quality leather sourced from Tanzania.
Dimensions:
- 27 (Height) x 29 (Bottom width) / 37 (Top width) cm
- Weight: 350g
Use
Karibu bags are designed to be your everyday companions, offering both style and practicality. Spacious and sturdy, they're perfect for carrying your everyday essentials, whether for a day on the town, a beach getaway or a shopping trip.
Origin and Know-How
Karibu bags are entirely handmade in Tanzania by women artisans from rural areas, who benefit from a fair and sustainable income. Each bag is the result of a meticulous manufacturing process, carried out with love and expertise by these talented women, which guarantees exceptional quality and unparalleled authenticity, thus perpetuating a thousand-year-old weaving tradition.
Commitment to the planet
By choosing a Karibu bag, you are opting for sustainable and ethical fashion. Each purchase contributes to the sustainable employment of more than 300 rural women in Tanzania and the preservation of their ancestral weaving tradition. Additionally, using eco-friendly “Milulu” grass for weaving the bags reduces the carbon footprint of your fashion accessory.
Product information
Karibu bags are completely handmade from 100% dried "Milulu" grass, an environmentally friendly renewable resource and high quality leather. “Milulu” grass is harvested near streams, then cleaned and dried before being expertly woven by the artisans. Tanzanian leather is added with care to ensure the durability and quality of the bags. The colorings are made using traditional natural extracts of roots and leaves, adding an authentic, organic touch to each piece.
Order Processing: Once your order has been placed, please allow a processing time of 2 to 5 business days for our team to carefully prepare your package.
Delivery Times: Due to our collaboration with artisans and suppliers around the world, our delivery times may vary. For most of our products, allow a delivery time of 2 to 4 weeks (10 to 20 working days) to receive your package in your mailbox.
In exceptional cases such as stock shortages, customs issues or bad weather, the lead time may extend up to 7 weeks.
To preserve the beauty of your Karibu bag, avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and clean it gently with a damp cloth if necessary. By taking care of your bag, you extend its lifespan and keep it looking new for longer.