Hand Bags & Totes.

Why we made this Phone, keys, wallet. Keep them close in this versatile belt bag that helps you get out the door and on to your next adventure. Product Details Water-Repellent Fabric :  Water-repellent 100% of the polyester in this product is recycled (excluding trims) Measurements :  Bag dimensions: W 19cm x D 5cm x H 13cm (7.5" x 2" x 5") Strap length when fully extended: 106cm (41.7") Volume: 1L Product Features :  Adjustable strap Exterior zippered pocket to secure your valuables Interior pockets hold the essentials Once you find your perfect fit, tuck the excess belt bag strap into the elastic loops Designed for Casual Material and care:  Materials Lining:  Face: 100% Recycled Polyester Body:  100% Nylon Mesh:  100% Recycled Polyester Care Do Not Wash Do Not Bleach Do Not Tumble Dry Do Not Iron Do Not Dry Clean •Spot Clean

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Why we made this Phone, keys, wallet. Keep them close in this versatile belt bag that helps you get out the door and on to your next adventure. Product Details Water-Repellent Fabric :  Water-repellent 100% of the polyester in this product is recycled (excluding trims) Measurements :  Bag dimensions: W 19cm x D 5cm x H 13cm (7.5" x 2" x 5") Strap length when fully extended: 106cm (41.7") Volume: 1L Product Features :  Adjustable strap Exterior zippered pocket to secure your valuables Interior pockets hold the essentials Once you find your perfect fit, tuck the excess belt bag strap into the elastic loops Designed for Casual Material and care:  Materials Lining:  Face: 100% Recycled Polyester Body:  100% Nylon Mesh:  100% Recycled Polyester Care Do Not Wash Do Not Bleach Do Not Tumble Dry Do Not Iron Do Not Dry Clean •Spot Clean

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Why we made this Phone, keys, wallet. Keep them close in this versatile belt bag that helps you get out the door and on to your next adventure. Product Details Water-Repellent Fabric :  Water-repellent 100% of the polyester in this product is recycled (excluding trims) Measurements :  Bag dimensions: W 19cm x D 5cm x H 13cm (7.5" x 2" x 5") Strap length when fully extended: 106cm (41.7") Volume: 1L Product Features :  Adjustable strap Exterior zippered pocket to secure your valuables Interior pockets hold the essentials Once you find your perfect fit, tuck the excess belt bag strap into the elastic loops Designed for Casual Material and care:  Materials Lining:  Face: 100% Recycled Polyester Body:  100% Nylon Mesh:  100% Recycled Polyester Care Do Not Wash Do Not Bleach Do Not Tumble Dry Do Not Iron Do Not Dry Clean •Spot Clean

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Why we made this Phone, keys, wallet. Keep them close in this versatile belt bag that helps you get out the door and on to your next adventure. Product Details Water-Repellent Fabric :  Water-repellent 100% of the polyester in this product is recycled (excluding trims) Measurements :  Bag dimensions: W 19cm x D 5cm x H 13cm (7.5" x 2" x 5") Strap length when fully extended: 106cm (41.7") Volume: 1L Product Features :  Adjustable strap Exterior zippered pocket to secure your valuables Interior pockets hold the essentials Once you find your perfect fit, tuck the excess belt bag strap into the elastic loops Designed for Casual Material and care:  Materials Lining:  Face: 100% Recycled Polyester Body:  100% Nylon Mesh:  100% Recycled Polyester Care Do Not Wash Do Not Bleach Do Not Tumble Dry Do Not Iron Do Not Dry Clean •Spot Clean

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This minimal, full grain leather cross body bag is perfect for the essentials. Outfitted with a fully adjustable cross body strap, this bag will easily accommodate a minimalist wallet, phone, sunglasses and a few other small items. Take what you need without the bother of a big bag on your next outing. The strap is also removable to convert the purse into a small clutch.

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The ultra versatile Kennedy Crossbody bag is going to be your new go-to favorite. The Kennedy comes with a fully adjustable cross body strap as well as a short shoulder strap, giving you the ability to choose how to carry. Made of full grain, Horween leather, this bag features a zippered closure and both interior and exterior pockets. Thoughtfully designed and intentionally crafted, the Kennedy fits all styles with a rustic, yet refined look and feel.

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Made of full grain 5oz leather, the Crestone Crossbody is a minimalistic take on our best selling Kennedy Crossbody. Featuring a roomy interior with inner accessories pocket and magnet closure, this will become your go-to bag for every outing—from a picnic in the park to a night on the town.

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The Denali Market Tote is your everyday essential for carrying all the necessities with effortless style. Made from full-grain leather, this tote boasts durability while developing a rich patina over time. The interior provides ample space, easily fitting a laptop, notebooks, or a weekend’s worth of essentials. With sturdy handles, it's both functional and fashionable for market runs or daily commutes. Handcrafted to last, this tote marries simplicity with timeless elegance, making it a versatile addition to your collection.

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Rain & Peace Nourish Tote – From the Blue Collection Where water meets stillness. Where nourishment begins. The Rain & Peace Nourish Tote is a serene statement from SAWA SAWA’s Nourishment Collection, symbolizing the union of life-giving rain and the peaceful strength of the earth. The upper half of this tote is woven in natural ivory, a symbol of peace and purity, while the bottom half radiates in deep rain blue, representing the water that nourishes all life. This handwoven basket is crafted by women artisans in Kenya using sustainable, organic sisal straw from the agave plant. Vegan, biodegradable, and richly textured, it features durable leather handles and a button closure—combining timeless style with everyday function. This 22” wide, 14” tall tote with a 14” bottom diameter features 7-inch leather handles, a secure button closure, and side loops for attaching a shoulder strap (strap not included) for added versatility. Perfect for beach escapes, market runs, or sunny weekends, this tote is not just a bag—it’s a vessel of impact. Every purchase supports fair wages, women’s empowerment, and SAWA SAWA’s mission to fund clean water, menstrual health resources, and solar lights that protect wildlife in Kenya’s artisan villages. Our smartly designed tote bag includes space for your travel toiletry bag, acts as a laundry bag when needed, and holds your favorite makeup bag and lunch bag for women in one chic solution. Product Features: Size: 22” (top width) x 14” (height) x 14” (bottom diameter) Material: Organic agave-based sisal, genuine leather handles, button closure Color: Top – natural ivory (peace); Bottom – rain blue (nourishment) Uses: Beach, travel, farmer’s market, daily carry Handmade. Ethical. Sustainable. Empowering. Carry rain. Carry peace. Carry purpose. Carry SAWA SAWA.

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Full Sky Nourish Tote – From the Nourishment Collection Rain-fed. Life-filled. Handwoven with Purpose. Introducing the Full Sky Nourish Tote, the first in SAWA SAWA’s Blue Collection, a tribute to the rain that nourishes the earth and the waters that sustain all living things. Drenched in rich sky blue, this handwoven basket captures the soul of seasonal rains, rivers, and renewal—a true statement of beauty and balance. Crafted by artisan women in Kenya using natural, organic sisal fiber from the agave plant, each tote is sustainably made with ancient African weaving techniques. The vegan sisal body, paired with genuine leather handles (7-inch) and a secure button closure, while the two side leather loops allow you to attach a shoulder strap for added convenience (strap not included),  makes this bag both strong and stylish, which is made for daily use and can transition easily as a gym bag, canvas tote bag, or lunch bag for women. If you have to pack essentials in a travel toiletry bag or organize cosmetics in a makeup bag. This tote bag is perfect and cute, too! Every purchase empowers women through fair trade wages, supports wildlife conservation by funding solar lights to reduce human-wildlife conflict, and provides critical resources like food, clean water, and menstrual health kits to the artisan communities. Product Features: Size: 22” (top width) x 14” (height) x 14” (bottom diameter) Material: Organic sisal straw (vegan), genuine leather handles, button closure Color: Deep sky blue – symbolic of rain, water, and renewal Uses: Beach, pool, farmer’s market, storage, or everyday tote Handmade. Eco. Ethical. Empowering. Carry rain. Carry life. Carry SAWA SAWA.  

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𝐒𝐀𝐖𝐀 𝐒𝐀𝐖𝐀 introduces the Handwoven Economical Sisal Tote Bag - an essential accessory for the conscious consumer seeking style, sustainability, and social impact. As mothers themselves, our founders understand the importance of practicality in large African summer shoulder tote basket bags. Crafted meticulously by skilled artisan women of Kenya, each basket tote is a testament to these remarkable women's ancient weaving, beading, and artistic talents. By partnering directly with the artisans, we not only provide them with a dignified income but also offer a platform for them to showcase their expertise. The revenue generated is reinvested into vital empowerment programs, with a particular focus on reproductive health education and period hygiene. The sisal fiber is sustainably harvested from the agave plant at the heart of the African woven purse. Rich in fiber and locally sourced, it undergoes a meticulous process of drying and dyeing using natural extracts from plants, tree bark, flowers, or soil. The vacation beach purse is a versatile companion for any occasion, featuring a secure button closure and sturdy leather handles. From beach days to gym sessions, market trips to home organization, they seamlessly adapt to your lifestyle needs. But our bags are more than just accessories – they're a symbol of ethical fashion. Handmade by women within their communities, each storage market bag carries the legacy of ancient weaving craftsmanship. 𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐖𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐍 𝐄𝐗𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄: Each of the straw tote bags is handwoven by Kenyan women artisans. The nature-inspired color blending reflects the dualities of human existence. Crafted with ancient weaving skills, this summer handbag exudes a rich, rustic feel 𝐒𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄 𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐋𝐒: Handcrafted from organic sisal fiber sustainably harvested from the agave plant, this summer bag is biodegradable. Its natural dye sourced from plants, and soil enhances its eco-friendly appeal 𝐌𝐔𝐋𝐓𝐈-𝐅𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐔𝐒𝐄: This large straw basket bag, measuring 19" in length, 14" in height, and with a bottom diameter of 14", serves various purposes, from beach bags to gym bags, market baskets to travel organizers 𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄: Featuring a button closure and leather handles, this large straw bag ensures your belongings stay safe while offering comfortable carrying. Its 7-inch handles provide ease of carry during travel 𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐖𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐍: With a mission to empower artisan women and enhance awareness of ethical fashion among people through earth-conscious products, we are a black woman-owned non-profit brand. We provide dignifying income and a platform to share skills, reinvesting revenue into women's empowerment programs 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬: Durable Organic Sisal Fiber Washable Material Color: Black and White Sustainably Harvested Eco-Friendly And Biodegradable Natural Dye Button Closure Leather Handles 𝐒𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Top Length: 22 Inches Height: 14 Inches Bag Bottom Diameter: 14 Inches Strap Handle Length: 7 Inches Weight: 2 Lb.

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Full Ash Wisdom Tote – From the Wisdom Series Grounded. Graceful. Purposeful. The Full Ash Wisdom Tote is a bold yet grounding piece from our Wisdom Series, designed to embody the strength, calm, and resilience found in African tradition. Woven entirely in a rich ash gray tone, this bag reflects the wisdom of elders, the steadiness of earth, and the quiet strength of women. Crafted by artisan women in Kenya, each tote is handwoven from natural sisal fiber—a resilient, plant-based material made from the agave plant. Natural, organic, and biodegradable, this tote is both eco-conscious and fashion-forward. Its leather handles and button closure offer both durability and everyday elegance. The 7-inch leather tote handles and a secure button closure keep your belongings safe, while the two side leather loops allow you to attach a shoulder strap for added convenience (strap not included) Spacious enough for your beach towels, farmer’s market finds, travel essentials, or daily must-haves, the Full Ash Wisdom Tote blends function with meaningful impact.  This tote bag is made for daily use and can transition easily as a gym bag, canvas tote bag, or lunch bag for women. If you have to pack essentials in a travel toiletry bag or organize cosmetics in a makeup bag. With every purchase, you’re helping empower women with fair wages, while also funding SAWA SAWA’s vital nonprofit programs—bringing clean water, food security, menstrual health resources, and solar lights to protect wildlife in Kenya’s artisan villages and conservation corridors. Product Features: Size: 22” (top width) x 14” (height) x 14” (bottom diameter) (approx. ) 7” long  Leather handles (approx. ), no long strap included Materials: Organic sisal fiber (vegan), genuine leather handles, button closure Color: Full ash gray – symbolizing depth, wisdom, and strength Uses: Ideal for beach, pool, shopping, storage, or travel Handmade. Sustainable. Impactful. Carry strength. Carry meaning. Carry SAWA SAWA.

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The alternating gray and ivory woven pattern is soft, elegant, and full of meaning, like the quiet wisdom passed between generations.  Woven Wisdom Tote – From the Wisdom Series Stories in every strand. Strength in every stitch. The Woven Wisdom Tote is the final piece in SAWA SAWA’s Wisdom Series, embodying the interwoven journey of peace and wisdom. With soft, balanced stripes in ash gray and ivory, this tote reflects the harmony of life’s dualities—strength and stillness, resilience and rest, tradition and movement. Handwoven by artisan women in Kenya using natural, organic sisal fiber sourced from the agave plant, this tote is a celebration of heritage, sustainability, and ethical craftsmanship. With genuine leather handles and a secure button closure, This fashionable tote bag is made for daily use and can transition easily as a gym bag, canvas tote bag, or lunch bag for women. If you have to pack essentials in a travel toiletry bag or organize cosmetics in a makeup bag. This tote bag is perfect and cute, too! Every purchase supports women through fair trade wages and ongoing artisan training, while also funding SAWA SAWA’s impact programs—delivering food, clean water, menstrual health resources, and solar lights that protect both communities and wildlife in Kenya’s conservation areas.  Product Features: Size: 22” (top width) x 14” (height) x 14” (bottom diameter) Material: Organic agave-based sisal fiber (vegan), genuine leather handles, button closure Colors: Ash gray and ivory woven pattern – symbolizing wisdom, peace, and the power of harmony Uses: Beach, market, travel, home storage, or everyday tote The ring loops are part of the bag’s design only—no long strap included Handmade. Ethical. Sustainable. Empowering. Carry tradition. Carry wisdom. Carry SAWA SAWA.    

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The Mesa Tote is the sister bag to our Sierra Tote. With a zipper closure and exterior stitch line, the Mesa Tote pairs style and function. The interior of the tote features a hand stitch pocket along with a D-ring key clip perfectly organizing all your essentials. The Mesa measures 13 inches wide, 12 inches tall and 6 inches deep -- making it an excellent everyday carry bag. 

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