NOVICA Artisan Hand Embroidered Cotton Sling Bag Handmade Handbags Multicolor Slings India Embellished Gujarat Beauty

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures.About this item: Invite fun and adventure into your life with this colorful sling bag from the artisans of India's SEWA organization. Hand crafted from cotton, the bag features embroidered mirror-work on a black base, bright cotton tassels, and a broad cotton strap. Inside, one open pocket gives you a place for odds and ends, while a black cotton lining and zipper closure keep your valuables secure.The SEWA organization, which stands for Self Employment Women Association, works with underprivileged women to provide them with self-employment resources. Each SEWA purchase goes directly towards the rehabilitation of affected artisans. Features a zipper closure|Hand wash in cold water|Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly|Hang dryAbout our Artist: The Self-Employed Women's Association or SEWA is a nonprofit organization that tirelessly champions the rights of women working in informal settings across India. Based in Ahmedabad, SEWA's reach has been sizeable and long-lasting. Originally founded as a trade union in 1972, the organization has supported more than 1.5 million self-employed women in six sectors of India's economy. Within this extensive reach, SEWA's work with craftswomen has been invaluable to empowering them as both business owners and bearers of craft traditions. Too often, women are skilled in various craft forms but lack the knowledge and opportunity to participate in competitive marketplaces. SEWA addresses this problem by incentivizing artisans to join women-led cooperatives that offer business development, product design, and digital skills training. The items sold in our Marketplace include cushion covers, sling bags, and wall hangings. They are made from recycled cotton, and feature a diverse selection of

• An original Novica artisan handcrafted product
• Includes an official card certifying the item is authentic, artisan crafted and of exceptional quality
• Quality craftsmanship: Novica works with artisan SEWA to craft this item
• Exceptional quality: Crafted with care to be treasured as a keepsake for many years to come
• Product details: 100% cotton, mango wood beads; cotton lining