Located in the Casanare Department in northern Colombia, the Mardue artisans craft exquisite baskets using fibers harvested from the Moriche palm, a species that grows in and around swamps and other wet areas in tropical South America.
Located in a remote reserve, these artisans have to travel two hours by mule to reach the closest city of Arauca. Due to the weak phone signal in the community and the fact that their home is not reachable by public transportation, these artisans are faced with logistical and organizational challenges that result in limited access to steady work and consistent orders. Currently, most of the family income comes from farming as well as products they’re able to sell during the annual artisan fair in Bogotá.
DIMENSIONS
Height: 15cm Width: 14cm Base Diameter: 12cm
Length: 6 in, Width: 5.5 in, Height: 4.7 in
COLORS
Natural
MATERIALS
Moriche palm fiber
ARTISAN TECHNIQUES
The Mardue artisans’ principle tehcniques consist of a structured type of basketry as well as a more flexible one created by hand using a needle and a crochet type stitch. Traditionally, the women would craft these bags and gift them to their husbands to carry around tools and other objects, and were thought of as being sacred
Located in the Casanare Department in northern Colombia, the Mardue artisans craft exquisite baskets using fibers harvested from the Moriche palm, a species that grows in and around swamps and other wet areas in tropical South America.
Located in a remote reserve, these artisans have to travel two hours by mule to reach the closest city of Arauca. Due to the weak phone signal in the community and the fact that their home is not reachable by public transportation, these artisans are faced with logistical and organizational challenges that result in limited access to steady work and consistent orders. Currently, most of the family income comes from farming as well as products they’re able to sell during the annual artisan fair in Bogotá.
DIMENSIONS
Height: Height: 18cm Width: 19cm Base Length: 22cm
Length: 7 in, Width: 7.5 in, Height: 8.7 in
COLORS
Natural
MATERIALS
Moriche palm fiber
ARTISAN TECHNIQUES
The Mardue artisans’ principle tehcniques consist of a structured type of basketry as well as a more flexible one created by hand using a needle and a crochet type stitch. Traditionally, the women would craft these bags and gift them to their husbands to carry around tools and other objects, and were thought of as being sacred
For this limited edition capsule collection of clutches we integrate the work of two local Colombian communities. The Guna Dule indigenous community of Caiman Alto and the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta which have tie-dyed textiles for the first time as part of this new collection.
Large enough to exhibit the richness of the Kuna textiles, our signature clutch/crossbody bag is perfect for everyday use yet not too big to be used in the evenings. It fits large phones & wallets, and even an iPad mini and comes with a detachable leather strap.
DIMENSIONS
Length: 29 CM, Width: 5 CM, Height: 18.5 CM
Length: 11.5 In, Width: 2 In, Height: 7.5 In
COLORS
Lilac, Mustard, Steel Blue, Orange, Deep Turquoise
MATERIALS
Mixed fabrics and brass hardware
ARTISAN TECHNIQUES
All the textiles of this limited edition style were tie-dyed by the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Kankuamo community. As part of our ongoing design lab, we have been working with this community to translate their traditional dyeing technique from the fique fiber to textiles with the help of Indira Mendiola, one of the community leaders.
The Kuna Textile Was Handsewn By Artisan Women Of The Guna Dule Community Of Caimán Alto, Colombia. For Generations, The Artisan Women Have Passed Down An Ancient Appliqué Technique Of Hand Sewing Cut-Out Layers Of Fabric To Form An Intricate Piece Of Art. Each Fabric Is The Unique Design Of The Artisan Woman Who Carefully Crafted It. In The Guna Culture, Beliefs And Traditions Can Be Found Woven Into Each Composition. Some Depict Stories, Animals Or Daily Scenes While Others Portray A More Abstract Design
Clean carefully with a warm wet cloth. Do not dry clean or machine wash
For this limited edition capsule collection of clutches we integrate the work of two local Colombian communities. The Guna Dule indigenous community of Caiman Alto and the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta which have tie-dyed textiles for the first time as part of this new collection.
Large enough to exhibit the richness of the Kuna textiles, our signature clutch/crossbody bag is perfect for everyday use yet not too big to be used in the evenings. It fits large phones & wallets, and even an iPad mini and comes with a detachable leather strap.
DIMENSIONS
Length: 29 CM, Width: 5 CM, Height: 18.5 CM
Length: 11.5 In, Width: 2 In, Height: 7.5 In
COLORS
Poppy, Rose, Chambray, French Blue
MATERIALS
Mixed fabrics and brass hardware
ARTISAN TECHNIQUES
All the textiles of this limited edition style were tie-dyed by the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Kankuamo community. As part of our ongoing design lab, we have been working with this community to translate their traditional dyeing technique from the fique fiber to textiles with the help of Indira Mendiola, one of the community leaders.
The Kuna Textile Was Handsewn By Artisan Women Of The Guna Dule Community Of Caimán Alto, Colombia. For Generations, The Artisan Women Have Passed Down An Ancient Appliqué Technique Of Hand Sewing Cut-Out Layers Of Fabric To Form An Intricate Piece Of Art. Each Fabric Is The Unique Design Of The Artisan Woman Who Carefully Crafted It. In The Guna Culture, Beliefs And Traditions Can Be Found Woven Into Each Composition. Some Depict Stories, Animals Or Daily Scenes While Others Portray A More Abstract Design
Clean carefully with a warm wet cloth. Do not dry clean or machine wash
For this limited edition capsule collection of clutches we integrate the work of two local Colombian communities. The Guna Dule indigenous community of Caiman Alto and the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta which have tie-dyed textiles for the first time as part of this new collection.
Large enough to exhibit the richness of the Kuna textiles, our signature clutch/crossbody bag is perfect for everyday use yet not too big to be used in the evenings. It fits large phones & wallets, and even an iPad mini and comes with a detachable leather strap.
DIMENSIONS
Length: 29 CM, Width: 5 CM, Height: 18.5 CM
Length: 11.5 In, Width: 2 In, Height: 7.5 In
COLORS
Mango, Indigo, Rose, Deep Turquoise
MATERIALS
Mixed fabrics and brass hardware
ARTISAN TECHNIQUES
All the textiles of this limited edition style were tie-dyed by the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Kankuamo community. As part of our ongoing design lab, we have been working with this community to translate their traditional dyeing technique from the fique fiber to textiles with the help of Indira Mendiola, one of the community leaders.
The Kuna Textile Was Handsewn By Artisan Women Of The Guna Dule Community Of Caimán Alto, Colombia. For Generations, The Artisan Women Have Passed Down An Ancient Appliqué Technique Of Hand Sewing Cut-Out Layers Of Fabric To Form An Intricate Piece Of Art. Each Fabric Is The Unique Design Of The Artisan Woman Who Carefully Crafted It. In The Guna Culture, Beliefs And Traditions Can Be Found Woven Into Each Composition. Some Depict Stories, Animals Or Daily Scenes While Others Portray A More Abstract Design
Clean carefully with a warm wet cloth. Do not dry clean or machine wash
For this limited edition capsule collection of clutches we integrate the work of two local Colombian communities. The Guna Dule indigenous community of Caiman Alto and the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta which have tie-dyed textiles for the first time as part of this new collection.
Large enough to exhibit the richness of the Kuna textiles, our signature clutch/crossbody bag is perfect for everyday use yet not too big to be used in the evenings. It fits large phones & wallets, and even an iPad mini and comes with a detachable leather strap.
DIMENSIONS
Length: 29 CM, Width: 5 CM, Height: 18.5 CM
Length: 11.5 In, Width: 2 In, Height: 7.5 In
COLORS
Navy, Rose, Yellow, Orange, Light Blue
MATERIALS
Mixed fabrics and brass hardware
ARTISAN TECHNIQUES
All the textiles of this limited edition style were tie-dyed by the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Kankuamo community. As part of our ongoing design lab, we have been working with this community to translate their traditional dyeing technique from the fique fiber to textiles with the help of Indira Mendiola, one of the community leaders.
The Kuna Textile Was Handsewn By Artisan Women Of The Guna Dule Community Of Caimán Alto, Colombia. For Generations, The Artisan Women Have Passed Down An Ancient Appliqué Technique Of Hand Sewing Cut-Out Layers Of Fabric To Form An Intricate Piece Of Art. Each Fabric Is The Unique Design Of The Artisan Woman Who Carefully Crafted It. In The Guna Culture, Beliefs And Traditions Can Be Found Woven Into Each Composition. Some Depict Stories, Animals Or Daily Scenes While Others Portray A More Abstract Design
Clean carefully with a warm wet cloth. Do not dry clean or machine wash
For this limited edition capsule collection of clutches we integrate the work of two local Colombian communities. The Guna Dule indigenous community of Caiman Alto and the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta which have tie-dyed textiles for the first time as part of this new collection.
Large enough to exhibit the richness of the Kuna textiles, our signature clutch/crossbody bag is perfect for everyday use yet not too big to be used in the evenings. It fits large phones & wallets, and even an iPad mini and comes with a detachable leather strap.
DIMENSIONS
Length: 29 CM, Width: 5 CM, Height: 18.5 CM
Length: 11.5 In, Width: 2 In, Height: 7.5 In
COLORS
Poppy, Carrot, Rose, Deep Turquoise, Light Blue
MATERIALS
Mixed fabrics and brass hardware
ARTISAN TECHNIQUES
All the textiles of this limited edition style were tie-dyed by the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Kankuamo community. As part of our ongoing design lab, we have been working with this community to translate their traditional dyeing technique from the fique fiber to textiles with the help of Indira Mendiola, one of the community leaders.
The Kuna Textile Was Handsewn By Artisan Women Of The Guna Dule Community Of Caimán Alto, Colombia. For Generations, The Artisan Women Have Passed Down An Ancient Appliqué Technique Of Hand Sewing Cut-Out Layers Of Fabric To Form An Intricate Piece Of Art. Each Fabric Is The Unique Design Of The Artisan Woman Who Carefully Crafted It. In The Guna Culture, Beliefs And Traditions Can Be Found Woven Into Each Composition. Some Depict Stories, Animals Or Daily Scenes While Others Portray A More Abstract Design
Clean carefully with a warm wet cloth. Do not dry clean or machine wash
For this limited edition capsule collection of clutches we integrate the work of two local Colombian communities. The Guna Dule indigenous community of Caiman Alto and the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta which have tie-dyed textiles for the first time as part of this new collection.
Large enough to exhibit the richness of the Kuna textiles, our signature clutch/crossbody bag is perfect for everyday use yet not too big to be used in the evenings. It fits large phones & wallets, and even an iPad mini and comes with a detachable leather strap.
DIMENSIONS
Length: 29 CM, Width: 5 CM, Height: 18.5 CM
Length: 11.5 In, Width: 2 In, Height: 7.5 In
COLORS
Mango, Mustard, Deep Turquoise, Light Blue
MATERIALS
Mixed fabrics and brass hardware
ARTISAN TECHNIQUES
All the textiles of this limited edition style were tie-dyed by the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Kankuamo community. As part of our ongoing design lab, we have been working with this community to translate their traditional dyeing technique from the fique fiber to textiles with the help of Indira Mendiola, one of the community leaders.
The Kuna Textile Was Handsewn By Artisan Women Of The Guna Dule Community Of Caimán Alto, Colombia. For Generations, The Artisan Women Have Passed Down An Ancient Appliqué Technique Of Hand Sewing Cut-Out Layers Of Fabric To Form An Intricate Piece Of Art. Each Fabric Is The Unique Design Of The Artisan Woman Who Carefully Crafted It. In The Guna Culture, Beliefs And Traditions Can Be Found Woven Into Each Composition. Some Depict Stories, Animals Or Daily Scenes While Others Portray A More Abstract Design
Clean carefully with a warm wet cloth. Do not dry clean or machine wash
For this limited edition capsule collection of clutches we integrate the work of two local Colombian communities. The Guna Dule indigenous community of Caiman Alto and the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta which have tie-dyed textiles for the first time as part of this new collection.
Large enough to exhibit the richness of the Kuna textiles, our signature clutch/crossbody bag is perfect for everyday use yet not too big to be used in the evenings. It fits large phones & wallets, and even an iPad mini and comes with a detachable leather strap.
DIMENSIONS
Length: 29 CM, Width: 5 CM, Height: 18.5 CM
Length: 11.5 In, Width: 2 In, Height: 7.5 In
COLORS
Turquoise, Chambray, Rose, Raspberry
MATERIALS
Mixed fabrics and brass hardware
ARTISAN TECHNIQUES
All the textiles of this limited edition style were tie-dyed by the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Kankuamo community. As part of our ongoing design lab, we have been working with this community to translate their traditional dyeing technique from the fique fiber to textiles with the help of Indira Mendiola, one of the community leaders.
The Kuna Textile Was Handsewn By Artisan Women Of The Guna Dule Community Of Caimán Alto, Colombia. For Generations, The Artisan Women Have Passed Down An Ancient Appliqué Technique Of Hand Sewing Cut-Out Layers Of Fabric To Form An Intricate Piece Of Art. Each Fabric Is The Unique Design Of The Artisan Woman Who Carefully Crafted It. In The Guna Culture, Beliefs And Traditions Can Be Found Woven Into Each Composition. Some Depict Stories, Animals Or Daily Scenes While Others Portray A More Abstract Design
Clean carefully with a warm wet cloth. Do not dry clean or machine wash
For this limited edition capsule collection of clutches we integrate the work of two local Colombian communities. The Guna Dule indigenous community of Caiman Alto and the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta which have tie-dyed textiles for the first time as part of this new collection.
Large enough to exhibit the richness of the Kuna textiles, our signature clutch/crossbody bag is perfect for everyday use yet not too big to be used in the evenings. It fits large phones & wallets, and even an iPad mini and comes with a detachable leather strap.
DIMENSIONS
Length: 29 CM, Width: 5 CM, Height: 18.5 CM
Length: 11.5 In, Width: 2 In, Height: 7.5 In
COLORS
Ivory, Deep Turquoise, Yellow, Plum
MATERIALS
Mixed fabrics and brass hardware
ARTISAN TECHNIQUES
All the textiles of this limited edition style were tie-dyed by the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Kankuamo community. As part of our ongoing design lab, we have been working with this community to translate their traditional dyeing technique from the fique fiber to textiles with the help of Indira Mendiola, one of the community leaders.
The Kuna Textile Was Handsewn By Artisan Women Of The Guna Dule Community Of Caimán Alto, Colombia. For Generations, The Artisan Women Have Passed Down An Ancient Appliqué Technique Of Hand Sewing Cut-Out Layers Of Fabric To Form An Intricate Piece Of Art. Each Fabric Is The Unique Design Of The Artisan Woman Who Carefully Crafted It. In The Guna Culture, Beliefs And Traditions Can Be Found Woven Into Each Composition. Some Depict Stories, Animals Or Daily Scenes While Others Portray A More Abstract Design
Clean carefully with a warm wet cloth. Do not dry clean or machine wash
For this limited edition capsule collection of clutches we integrate the work of two local Colombian communities. The Guna Dule indigenous community of Caiman Alto and the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta which have tie-dyed textiles for the first time as part of this new collection.
Large enough to exhibit the richness of the Kuna textiles, our signature clutch/crossbody bag is perfect for everyday use yet not too big to be used in the evenings. It fits large phones & wallets, and even an iPad mini and comes with a detachable leather strap.
DIMENSIONS
Length: 29 CM, Width: 5 CM, Height: 18.5 CM
Length: 11.5 In, Width: 2 In, Height: 7.5 In
COLORS
Navy, Yellow, Carrot, Orange, Light blue
MATERIALS
Mixed fabrics and brass hardware
ARTISAN TECHNIQUES
All the textiles of this limited edition style were tie-dyed by the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Kankuamo community. As part of our ongoing design lab, we have been working with this community to translate their traditional dyeing technique from the fique fiber to textiles with the help of Indira Mendiola, one of the community leaders.
The Kuna Textile Was Handsewn By Artisan Women Of The Guna Dule Community Of Caimán Alto, Colombia. For Generations, The Artisan Women Have Passed Down An Ancient Appliqué Technique Of Hand Sewing Cut-Out Layers Of Fabric To Form An Intricate Piece Of Art. Each Fabric Is The Unique Design Of The Artisan Woman Who Carefully Crafted It. In The Guna Culture, Beliefs And Traditions Can Be Found Woven Into Each Composition. Some Depict Stories, Animals Or Daily Scenes While Others Portray A More Abstract Design
Clean carefully with a warm wet cloth. Do not dry clean or machine wash
For this limited edition capsule collection of clutches we integrate the work of two local Colombian communities. The Guna Dule indigenous community of Caiman Alto and the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta which have tie-dyed textiles for the first time as part of this new collection.
Large enough to exhibit the richness of the Kuna textiles, our signature clutch/crossbody bag is perfect for everyday use yet not too big to be used in the evenings. It fits large phones & wallets, and even an iPad mini and comes with a detachable leather strap.
DIMENSIONS
Length: 29 CM, Width: 5 CM, Height: 18.5 CM
Length: 11.5 In, Width: 2 In, Height: 7.5 In
COLORS
Mint, Deep Turquoise, Yellow, Navy
MATERIALS
Mixed fabrics and brass hardware
ARTISAN TECHNIQUES
All the textiles of this limited edition style were tie-dyed by the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Kankuamo community. As part of our ongoing design lab, we have been working with this community to translate their traditional dyeing technique from the fique fiber to textiles with the help of Indira Mendiola, one of the community leaders.
The Kuna Textile Was Handsewn By Artisan Women Of The Guna Dule Community Of Caimán Alto, Colombia. For Generations, The Artisan Women Have Passed Down An Ancient Appliqué Technique Of Hand Sewing Cut-Out Layers Of Fabric To Form An Intricate Piece Of Art. Each Fabric Is The Unique Design Of The Artisan Woman Who Carefully Crafted It. In The Guna Culture, Beliefs And Traditions Can Be Found Woven Into Each Composition. Some Depict Stories, Animals Or Daily Scenes While Others Portray A More Abstract Design
Clean carefully with a warm wet cloth. Do not dry clean or machine wash
For this limited edition capsule collection of clutches we integrate the work of two local Colombian communities. The Guna Dule indigenous community of Caiman Alto and the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta which have tie-dyed textiles for the first time as part of this new collection.
Large enough to exhibit the richness of the Kuna textiles, our signature clutch/crossbody bag is perfect for everyday use yet not too big to be used in the evenings. It fits large phones & wallets, and even an iPad mini and comes with a detachable leather strap.
DIMENSIONS
Length: 29 CM, Width: 5 CM, Height: 18.5 CM
Length: 11.5 In, Width: 2 In, Height: 7.5 In
COLORS
Aqua, Rose, Mustard, Chambray, Raspberry
MATERIALS
Mixed fabrics and brass hardware
ARTISAN TECHNIQUES
All the textiles of this limited edition style were tie-dyed by the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Kankuamo community. As part of our ongoing design lab, we have been working with this community to translate their traditional dyeing technique from the fique fiber to textiles with the help of Indira Mendiola, one of the community leaders.
The Kuna Textile Was Handsewn By Artisan Women Of The Guna Dule Community Of Caimán Alto, Colombia. For Generations, The Artisan Women Have Passed Down An Ancient Appliqué Technique Of Hand Sewing Cut-Out Layers Of Fabric To Form An Intricate Piece Of Art. Each Fabric Is The Unique Design Of The Artisan Woman Who Carefully Crafted It. In The Guna Culture, Beliefs And Traditions Can Be Found Woven Into Each Composition. Some Depict Stories, Animals Or Daily Scenes While Others Portray A More Abstract Design
Clean carefully with a warm wet cloth. Do not dry clean or machine wash
For this limited edition capsule collection of clutches we integrate the work of two local Colombian communities. The Guna Dule indigenous community of Caiman Alto and the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta which have tie-dyed textiles for the first time as part of this new collection.
Large enough to exhibit the richness of the Kuna textiles, our signature clutch/crossbody bag is perfect for everyday use yet not too big to be used in the evenings. It fits large phones & wallets, and even an iPad mini and comes with a detachable leather strap.
DIMENSIONS
Length: 29 CM, Width: 5 CM, Height: 18.5 CM
Length: 11.5 In, Width: 2 In, Height: 7.5 In
COLORS
Lilac, Carrot, Steel Blue, Deep Turquoise
MATERIALS
Mixed fabrics and brass hardware
ARTISAN TECHNIQUES
All the textiles of this limited edition style were tie-dyed by the Kankuamo indigenous community of the Kankuamo community. As part of our ongoing design lab, we have been working with this community to translate their traditional dyeing technique from the fique fiber to textiles with the help of Indira Mendiola, one of the community leaders.
The Kuna Textile Was Handsewn By Artisan Women Of The Guna Dule Community Of Caimán Alto, Colombia. For Generations, The Artisan Women Have Passed Down An Ancient Appliqué Technique Of Hand Sewing Cut-Out Layers Of Fabric To Form An Intricate Piece Of Art. Each Fabric Is The Unique Design Of The Artisan Woman Who Carefully Crafted It. In The Guna Culture, Beliefs And Traditions Can Be Found Woven Into Each Composition. Some Depict Stories, Animals Or Daily Scenes While Others Portray A More Abstract Design
Clean carefully with a warm wet cloth. Do not dry clean or machine wash
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