Handcrafted by the widows of Dzaleka Refugee Camp, Malawi Africa
Sturdy, simple, and beautifully unique—these handmade tote bags are designed for everyday life and crafted with purpose, featuring a long strap for comfortable shoulder wear. Each bag is made from unbleached canvas, with authentic, vibrant chitenge, a traditional African fabric known for its bold colors and storytelling patterns. Every tote features a coordinating chitenge pocket on the front and chitenge fabric on the sides, making each one-of-a-kind. Because every chitenge print is unique, your small canvas tote will be a surprise pattern, specially chosen at random. This allows our artisans to use the fabrics they have on hand, minimizing waste and embracing the creativity of each woman’s work.
Lightweight yet strong, these totes are perfect for running errands, carrying books, a Bible, an iPad, or gifting to someone you love. Every stitch represents dignified work, steady income, and the hope of a new beginning for a widow rebuilding her life in Dzaleka Refugee Camp.
Details:
Durable, unbleached canvas fabric
Vibrant, authentic African, Chitenge accents
Small size is great for carrying a few book or just your essentials
Approx. size: 12–14” wide × 12-14” tall x 3.” deep (slight variation by artisan)
Includes the story of the woman who made it
Made for a purpose.
Handcrafted by the widows of Dzaleka Refugee Camp, Malawi Africa
Sturdy, simple, and beautifully unique—these handmade tote bags are designed for everyday life and crafted with purpose, featuring a long strap for comfortable shoulder wear. Each bag is made from unbleached canvas, with authentic, vibrant chitenge, a traditional African fabric known for its bold colors and storytelling patterns. Every tote features a coordinating chitenge pocket on the front and chitenge fabric on the sides, making each one-of-a-kind. Because every chitenge print is unique, your small canvas tote will be a surprise pattern, specially chosen at random. This allows our artisans to use the fabrics they have on hand, minimizing waste and embracing the creativity of each woman’s work.
Lightweight yet strong, these totes are perfect for running errands, carrying books, a Bible, an iPad, or gifting to someone you love. Every stitch represents dignified work, steady income, and the hope of a new beginning for a widow rebuilding her life in Dzaleka Refugee Camp.
Details:
Durable, unbleached canvas fabric
Vibrant, authentic African, Chitenge accents
Small size is great for carrying a few book or just your essentials
Approx. size: 12–14” wide × 12-14” tall x 3.” deep (slight variation by artisan)
Includes the story of the woman who made it
Made for a purpose.
