The Marla Raffia Market Bag is crafted by local artisans in Madagascar off the African Coast. A great size to go to Market or Beach. 45c, x 30cm x 16cm - All vary slightly due to the handmade nature of this product. Wide flat straps that are comfy to hold or across the shoulders. Raffia bag can be folded flat for travel and so beautifully crafted can be hung to display with your hats other beach accessories.

The raffia partners sustainably harvest natural raffia on the island of Madagascar. Raffia holds cultural significance, symbolizing identity and community and provides fair and ethical employment for the local villagers where women work in small community groups to produce their unique handcrafted accessories. We have developed our relationship with a beautiful group of women we know are very happy and well in their work and well paid to help support their family incomes.

Natural Raffia ,when crafted well, will last for many years and tends to soften and become lovely and pliable. These lovingly hand crocheted pieces add a lovely natural aesthetic to your accessory collection.