Stella Raffia Tote - Handwoven Beach Bag
Where ancient handweaving meets modern summer style, this raffia tote carries your essentials and your values.
Handwoven heritage meets summer wandering
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ABOUT THIS PRODUCT
A roomy tote bag handwoven from natural raffia in a slightly slouchy silhouette, designed to carry all your summer essentials with effortless style. This sturdy beach companion features double leather straps that wrap the edge trim on both front and back, creating a beautiful contrast between the woven texture and smooth leather details.
Crafted by skilled artisans who preserve traditional handweaving techniques, each tote represents hours of careful work and generations of knowledge passed down through families. The natural raffia fibers create a breathable, lightweight bag that's perfect for beach days, farmers market runs, and summer road trips.
At 14 inches wide and 16 inches high with comfortable 8-inch handle drop, this tote offers generous space while maintaining an elegant profile. The conscious design supports fair trade practices, ensuring the craftspeople receive sustainable living wages for their beautiful work.
HOW WE DO BUSINESS
- The Makers Circle: Our Guiding Values
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Behind each handcrafted piece lives an artisan committed to preserving traditional craft skills for future generations. This maker believes in the power of slow fashion, creating each item in small batches to honor both the craft and the earth.
Rooted in sustainable practices, the craftsperson partners with conscious brands to ensure living wages and meaningful work. Every stitch represents a commitment to social and environmental responsibility, moving away from excessive consumption toward intentional creation.
The maker's philosophy centers on fostering consciousness among creators and consumers alike. Through traditional handcraft techniques passed down through generations, each piece becomes a bridge between heritage skills and modern sustainable living.
• Natural raffia fibers
• Genuine leather handles and trim
• 14 inches wide x 16 inches high x 3.5 inches deep
• Handle drop: 8 inches
• 35 cm W x 39 cm H x 9 cm D
• Handle drop: 20 cm
• Fair Trade certified artisan partnership
• Store in cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Spot clean leather handles with damp cloth as needed
• Allow to air dry completely if exposed to moisture
• Avoid overloading to maintain shape and handle integrity
Q: Is this tote bag large enough for beach towels and sunscreen?
A: Yes, at 14x16 inches with a roomy slouchy design, it easily fits beach towels, sunscreen, books, and summer essentials.
Q: How is this raffia tote made?
A: Each tote is handwoven by skilled artisans using traditional techniques, with natural raffia fibers carefully woven into the slouchy silhouette.
Q: What makes this beach bag fair trade?
A: The maker partners directly with artisan communities, ensuring sustainable living wages and supporting traditional handcraft skills preservation.
Q: Are the leather handles comfortable for long carrying?
A: Yes, the double leather straps are designed to distribute weight evenly with an 8-inch handle drop for comfortable shoulder carrying.
Q: Can I use this tote for things other than the beach?
A: Absolutely, this versatile design works beautifully for farmers markets, casual outings, summer travel, and everyday errands.
Q: How do I care for the raffia material?
A: Store in a cool, dry place and allow to air dry if it gets wet, spot clean leather handles as needed with a damp cloth.
Q: Will the raffia tote hold its shape over time?
A: The handwoven construction and quality materials maintain structure well, though avoiding overloading helps preserve the intended slouchy silhouette.
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.
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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.
