Lalibela Tote Bag

This tote bag is a classic stunner, and it's a Malena exclusive! Handcrafted in Ethiopia, with ethically sourced leather, it features a beautiful handwoven turquoise and white textile in the traditional Ethiopian "tibeb" diamond shape on the inside as well. We have also added a detachable tassel keychain to a keychain holder on the inside, that you can either keep in the bag or detach and use as a separate keychain. It also has a zipper pocket on the inside, and is simply the perfectly classic tote for daily use, for your laptop, essentials, or a glam night out. We named this beauty after one of our favorite magical places in Ethiopia as well.

Our Ethiopian artisan partners create opportunities for vulnerable woman and their families in Ethiopia. Each purchase empowers the artisans who craft these bags by hand, as well as their community of over 500 people. Their mission is to empower and improve the quality of life for the women and their families, and to contribute to the preservation and promotion of traditional knowledge, art, and culture in Ethiopia. To do so, the women and their families are offered education, training, health care, literacy programs and global market access, to support poverty alleviation and sustainable economic development programs that benefit the women and their families.

MATERIALS: Ethiopian textiles, thread, brass, and leather. (*The leather will break in naturally, and you may treat it with a leather protector if you so choose).

SIZE: Approximately 12″ long x 14″ wide with an 8″ handle drop length

Made by: Connected in Hope