Recycled Change Purse Origin: Thailand Lahu Women’s Organization Change purse made from recycled traditional Thai-Burmese dress.
Fully lined with zipper and carrying strap.
Because each item is handmade from reclaimed materials, embroidery patterns vary slightly
5 1/4”W x 3 3/4”H Price: $8.50
Reusable Shopping Bag Origin: Cambodia Friends-International Double your environmental impact with these reusable shopping bags that eliminate the need for plastic and are made from recycled materials. Shopping bags fold into their own zippered, ultra-compact pouch. Bags are made from reclaimed sarongs and pouches are made from recycled newspapers and rice bags.
Because each bag is made from recycled materials, fabric colors vary
Pouch 5” x 5”, Bag unfolds to 13”H x 16”W Price: $27
Recycled Messenger Bag Origin: Cambodia Friends-International Features a large main compartment and front zipper pouch. Adjustable shoulder strap.
15” wide x 12” high
Because each bag is handmade from reclaimed newsprint, paper colors and themes vary Price: $48.00
NEW Afghan Clutch Origin: Afghanistan Afghan Institute of Learning This favorite is updated with new, delicately embroidered floral patterns that are perfect for a spring evening.
Each bag has a zip closure and inside zip pocket to keep you organized and protect delicate items. As you slip items into your one-of-a-kind clutch, you are funding schools and teacher training across Afghanistan, promoting literacy and education for women and girls. Price: $20
Tote-est with the Mostest Origin: Cambodia Cambodia Volunteers for Community Development This multi-use handbag is made with deeply-colored, lush silk and the traditional Khmer hol and phamuong patterns that are now so fashionable. Complete with a top button closure, the tote is silk-lined inside and contains an exterior large, zippered pocket. The sturdy design and spacious size means you can carry all your necessities—magazines, books and more. The bag is created by women from urban slum communities around Phnom Penh who were able to recover from sexual exploitation and the aftermath of war to create a successful sewing cooperative. Your purchase of this tote will contribute to the advancement of sewing cooperatives, informal education programs to underserved children, and literacy and job skills training to those affected by landmines in Cambodia.Click on photo for more color options
14.5”L x 13” W; 3.5” bottom gusset Price: $34
Canvas Bag Origin: Pakistan Potohar Organization for Development Advocacy Canvas bag complemented with red and blue thousand year-old pattern. Great for groceries, books, and commuting. Inside pocket and 1 ½” side and bottom gusset. 13”H x 17”W Price: $16
Cute as a Button Origin: Vietnam Craft Link Smart, simple bags with horn buttons and magnetic closure.
5”H x 12”W Price: $36
Drawstring Pouch Origin: Israel and the Palestinian Territories Association for the Improvement of Women’s Status: Lakia The perfect travel pouch for jewelry and cosmetics, or sling it over your shoulder as unique purse for an evening out. The lightweight but durable, woven, black cotton drawstring bag is lined with wine-colored satin and embellished with traditional Bedouin embroidery. With your purchase, you ensure the economic security of Bedouin women and their families.
Black. Embroidery colors may vary slightly
8” by 9” Price: $28

