Misi Canvas Tote - Fair Trade
More than a tote, this is a partnership between your daily journey and an artisan's dreams across the world.
Artisan dreams meet everyday grace
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ABOUT THIS PRODUCT
The Misi Tote brings artisan craftsmanship to everyday carrying. Each canvas tote is handwoven by women artisans using traditional techniques passed down through generations, creating a bag that tells a story with every stitch.
Crafted from natural, locally sourced materials, this spacious tote moves seamlessly from market runs to work meetings. The sturdy canvas construction and reinforced handles ensure this becomes a trusted companion for years of conscious carrying.
When you choose this tote, you support an artisan's journey toward financial independence while carrying a piece that reflects your values of fair wages and meaningful craft.
HOW WE DO BUSINESS
- The Makers Circle: Our Guiding Values
- Easy Returns & Exchanges
- 100% Safe & Secure Checkout by Shopify
- Customer Support by Humans With Souls
- Ships With Love From Artisan Studio
- Happiness Is Our Goal, We Make It Right
In Rwanda, Ghana and refugee camps, artisans, most of them women, make heirloom quality pieces that blend heritage technique with modern design. Since 2007, Indego Africa has worked to help women owned businesses in Africa grow, and today it partners with 26 independent, artisan owned businesses, which the company says are primarily owned by women.
Indego Africa sources its materials from local markets and farms, using fibers indigenous to the countries where it works, and says each product, from weaving to woodcarving, is handcrafted using heritage techniques. It builds long term, transparent relationships with its artisan partners, working together to set fair pricing and ensure fair wages.
Through business, leadership and vocational training, Indego Africa helps its partners become self sufficient entrepreneurs who run and scale their own businesses. Its artisan partners work with Indego Africa, not for it, and the company believes that when women are supported, they become powerful engines of growth for their families and communities.
• Natural canvas from locally sourced materials
• Traditional cotton thread used in construction
• Natural dyes create the warm tea coloring
Dimensions and specifications available upon request. Contact us for details.
• Fair Trade certified
• Women artisan collective partnership verified
• Spot clean with gentle soap and cool water as needed
• Air dry away from direct sunlight to preserve color
• Store in dry place when not in use
• Avoid overloading to maintain handle integrity
Q: How does purchasing this tote support artisan communities?
A: Every purchase provides fair wages to women artisans and funding for education programs that help them build independent businesses.
Q: What makes this different from other canvas totes?
A: This tote is handwoven using traditional techniques by individual artisans, not mass produced, creating unique character in each piece.
Q: Is the tea color achieved naturally?
A: Yes, the warm tea shade comes from natural dyes sourced locally by the artisan community.
Q: How durable is this tote for everyday use?
A: The traditional weaving techniques and reinforced handles create lasting durability designed for daily carrying and regular use.
Q: What size items fit comfortably in this tote?
A: The spacious design accommodates laptops, books, groceries, and daily essentials with room for comfortable organization.
Q: Does this tote work for both casual and professional settings?
A: The elegant simplicity and neutral tea color transitions seamlessly from weekend markets to office meetings.
THE EVER GOOD
The Maker’s Circle represents the heart of what we believe in. Our 10 guiding values reflect how we curate, connect, and celebrate the people behind the goods within our slow living community. These are the values our makers strive for.
- Slow Living Values – Purpose driven, intentional creation
- Transparent Sourcing – Honest origins and clear practices
- Safe Materials – Non toxic, body safe, and eco friendly
- Small Batch Crafted – Made in limited quantities with care
- Handmade Quality – Human touch and artisan skill in every detail
- Timeless Craftsmanship – Enduring beauty and thoughtful function
- Ethical Production – Fair labor and responsible practices
- Sustainable Practices – Respect for nature at every stage
- Positive Energy – Made with love, gratitude, and good intention
- Conscious Packaging – Minimal, recyclable, or biodegradable materials
Each item ships directly from the maker’s workshop or studio. You may receive multiple packages, each crafted and packed by the artisans themselves.
We want you to love what you ordered, but we understand returns happen. Most items can be returned within 30 days if unused and in original condition. Some makers have unique return policies, which we honor respectfully.
See full details here: Refund Policy
HEALTH DISCLAIMER: The Ever Good is not a healthcare provider and does not offer medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Product details and ingredient information are provided by the makers, and The Ever Good is not responsible for their claims. Our guiding values are for general inspiration and selection purposes only. Always consult a qualified professional regarding any health-related concerns.
