Product Description
A charming handbag depicting two fluttering butterflies amongst the colorful flowers. The Hand embroidery is on both the front and back panels of the handbag. The base of the handbag is in pink material as is the top rim and handles. A velcro material flap secures the bag. The interior of the handbag is lined with black material. Has a YKK zip pocket. As each handbag is handmade, everyone is unique.
Product Code Nr.: SN35
Size: H28x W32 cms and gusset 24x10cms handle 58cms
In the tranquil rural villages of Kushtia, Gazipur, Manikgonj and Birishiri in Bangladesh, 140 women are involved in creating exquisite items using the traditional skills of Nakshikantha embroidery. Patience, perfection, and creativity are necessary attributes for every artisan who hand works this highly skilled embroidery. By securing markets for their embroidery work, the artisans, many whom are single, divorced or widowed are able to earn an income which is vital in their struggle to survive.
SHOHOJOGITA was started to give women an opportunity for a better life. We collaborate with artisans and organizations helping women in difficult circumstances in Bangladesh, specially rural women ONLY. We help by marketing their products so they can afford to daily food, have medical care and provide an education to their children. These women have never had the chances we have had, yet they are just like us in so many ways.
As a Fair Trade organization, we provide the following benefits and assistance;
Emergency medical treatment support /Advance payment access for the producers/Interest-free loan access/100% bonus wages for artisans (one month salary)/An extra motivational prize for the best performer of every yearly/Wage are paid the last working day of each month/A safe working environment with sufficient lighting, ventilation, sanitation and drinking water, First aid box/Study support of the poor artisans/Staff skill development.
