This tote bag handmade in Senegal of traditional West African “natte” material, which is a stiff plastic. Woven turqoise plastic with white, pink, blue and red accents. Great beach bag as it can get wet and not be damaged. Has knot in loop closure but it is very stiff and difficult to fasten, but gets easier with use.
This multipurpose African hand-made woven tote bag made with recycled plastic can be used for about anything: shopping, yoga, beach, etc. Dimensions: 12″ H x 16” W with 8"x10" oval base and 7.5" loop handles.
Turquoise Handmade Woven Plastic Tote Bag
African basketry is a dynamic craft, altered by social changes and shaped by both environmental and economic factors. Traditionally, shapes and weaves were determined largely by the uses for what the baskets were intended.
Nowadays, while the methods of basket making are still held in regard, the materials have significantly changed from natural fibers to include man-made creations like plastic, wire and recycled products.
This multipurpose African hand-made woven tote bag made with recycled plastic can be used for about anything: shopping, yoga, beach, etc. Dimensions: 12″ H x 16” W