This fabulous diamond-patterned macrame shoulder bag is crafted with cotton by the artisans of the Mother Nature Group in Guatemala. The vanilla bag --which features a cotton lining and a multicolored tassel-- has exquisite macrame details and is ideal for those who love a relaxed, bohemian style.
“We have managed to train 7,000 women from 14 departments in 95 municipalities in Guatemala."
This beautiful altruistic group was founded in mind of the Guatemalan woman who lives in a rural area and needs an... opportunity and an education to be able to generate a decent income for herself and her family.
“One in four women does not have access to education, and is left vulnerable to abuse for sustenance.”
Mónica Valle, founder of this beautiful group says, “The impact is very great when you understand that our country has a poverty rate of 60%. Most of them are vulnerable women. For this reason, I have dedicated these last 11 years of my life to working hard for these women who deserve a better future for themselves and their families. My life has been completely devoted to generating work for so many women in need, as well as helping the development of my country.
“For 11 years, I have witnessed many moments that I have treasured in my heart; but the one I remember the most is that of a 55-year-old lady who learned to make rugs in Santa Rosa. She always told me that she was not going to be able to make them, but later she learned she was one of the main producers, because of the meticulous and loving work she does. Currently the rug that decorates my room was made by her, and I remember that every day.
“Our mission is to train women from the interior of the republic, reaching more rural communities, developing new skills and marketing the products they make through our commercial brand. The essence of our group is to provide raw materials and an opportunity to innovate by working with traditional techniques from our country, as well as the transformation of enhancing the talent of artisans.
“These products are made entirely by hand by artisans from Alta Verapaz, Baja Verapaz, Chiquimula, Guatemala, Quetzaltenango, Quiché, Santa Rosa, Sololá, Totonicapán and Zacapa, with women between the ages of 18 and 50. Older women have also been given the opportunity to continue generating decent income to help support their homes.
“We have managed to train 7,000 women from 14 departments in 95 municipalities in Guatemala. We received an award that filled us with great emotion and desire to continue--UN Women awarded us for making the largest number of connections from communities to the formal market in 2021.
“The training is currently based on giving the women tools to carry out the artisanal work with the raw materials, which is fabric with natural fibers. Since they still do not have the necessary making and sewing equipment to be able to deliver a complete product, this is a process that we hope to start soon.
“We love using natural fibers, the raw materials that the ancestors of the artisans collected and worked in the field. It gives pieces a modern and trendy touch. We love high-level recycling; the artisans collect the materials in nature and we share the designs to meet the market demand.
“We promote the potential of each one of the artisan women through successful training that has resulted, not only in the creation of products that are characterized by the quality in the elaboration of utilitarian products, but also in the personal growth of each of them. That is why customer purchases are very important for this group; with them they can continue with this labor of love and help so many Guatemalan women.
"All work done by hand is art by itself; it carries an inspiration and a style. The Guatemalan culture is rich in traditions and history, and for this reason the communities always put that stamp on their creations."
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WOMEN
S
M
L
XL
XXL
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
BUST
35 - 36
37 - 38
39 - 41
42 - 44
46 - 48
WAIST
27 - 28
29 - 30
31 - 33
34 - 36
38 - 40
HIPS
37 - 38
39 - 40
42 - 43
45 - 46
49 - 50
MEN
S
M
L
XL
XXL
CHEST
36 - 38
39 - 41
42 - 44
46 - 48
50 - 52
WAIST
30 - 32
32 - 34
35 - 37
38 - 41
43 - 45
NECK
14 - 14.5
15 - 15.5
16 - 16.5
17 - 17.5
18 - 18.5
SLEEVE
32.5
33.5
34.5
35.5
36.5
FINDING YOUR SIZE
Take your measurements with the tape measure over your under garments. If your measurements fall between sizes you may prefer the next larger size. Inseam, skirt and dress lengths vary by style and will be listed in the item description. Our sweaters are knit in standard American sizes, however actual measurements vary by style.
BUST / CHEST
Measure around the fullest part of chest under the arms and over the shoulder blades keeping the tape measure level.
WAIST
Measure around the smallest part of the waist keeping the tape measure comfortably loose. Most garments use the low waist measurement noted below.
LOW WAIST
Measure around the body approximately 1.5" below the natural waist (above). This is the area where most pants and skirts actually fit.
HIPS
Standing with your heels together, measure around the fullest part of the body approx 7"-8" below the waist.
NECK
Measure around the base of the neck keeping the tape measure comfortably loose.
SLEEVE
Bend elbow slightly and starting at the center back of the neck, measure across the shoulder, to the elbow and down to the wrist.
INSEAM
Our standard inseam length for women is 32" and 34" for men; however inseam measurements will vary slightly by style.
Belts with buckles are measured in inches that correspond to a waist size however, most people do not wear belts on the waist, they wear them closer to the hips. A buckle belt measurement is take from the end of the "pin" of the buckle to the middle hole on the belt. Generally there are 5 holes for size adjustment, with a 1" space between each, so the middle hole will the be average size of the belt.
For at tie belt (no buckle) measure the belt portion end to end and half of the tie portion. This again is the medium size of the belt.
For a soft fabric tie belt it can be called "1 size fits most" and the entire length of the belt should be measured and listed.
See buckle/tie belt size standards below.
WOMEN
S
M
L
XL
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
inches
26 - 30
28 - 32
31 - 35
34 - 38
38 - 42
cm
76 - 86
81.5 - 91.5
86.5 - 96.5
91.5 - 101.5
96.5 - 106.5
+/- tolerance: 0.5 inches or 1.25 cm
MEN
S
M
L
XL
XXL
inches
30 - 34
32 - 36
35 - 39
39 - 43
43 - 47
cm
81.5 - 91.5
86.5 - 96.5
91.5 - 101.5
96.5 - 106.5
109 - 119
+/- tolerance: 0.5 inches or 1.25 cm
Sash tie length
Lay sash/tie out flat away from the garment and measure from end to end.
Belt with buckle
Measure from the end of the pin of the buckle (where it touches the buckle) to the middle hole.
Belt without buckle
Measure from the belt portion end to end and half of the tie portion. This is will give you the medium size of the belt.
Download our printable ring sizing chart to find the perfect fit!
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