These beautifully embroidered shoulder bags have plenty of space while featuring a decorative cover which folds over the zippered compartment. The colorful floral embroidery adds texture and elegance and the bag is adorned with pom poms and tassels for a bohemian touch.
The bags are suited for light to medium duty an are great for running errands although they are beyond pretty and great for the office, a night out or a day at the beach.
This line of bags comes from a talented group of Maya (Tzoztil) women (Lumal Jolokil) which is lead by the very special Juana Gomez de la Torre. Together with her mother, Juana distributes work throughout her community to share the opportunities that orders bring. Working closely with Ivan and Lydia, she is a talented designer and loomer and carries the weight of her people on her back.
Other women contributors are:
Diana
Petrona
Juana (another Juana)
Gloria
Conchita
Katerina
Biulu Artisan Boutique is an Indigenous owned 'for-profit business with a purpose'. The objective is to source, unite and provide sustainable economic opportunities to Indigenous artisans throughout the Americas. Three main target areas are 1) Single mothers 2) Politically displaced (i.e. by land sale, industrial invasion/forced to leave by force and/or environmental degradation caused by industry and 3) Vulnerable women who would otherwise fall into illicit forms of employment such as prostitution or otherwise into domestic servitude out of economic desperation.
Where YOUR money goes: The company pays the artisans well above local market price and Ivan and Lydia pay directly to the people. There are no intermediaries.
The way we see it: This is about saving an important part of human history while providing ongoing support to individuals and communities that need help. Biulu Artisan Boutique is a place where our collective voices can be heard and dreams can be achieved by helping to realize a more equitable distribution of resources around the world.
Approx. Dimensions:
13"L x 13"H
Strap is 50" long in total
Important Shipping Info:
FREE tracked shipping on ALL orders over $100 CAD (some restrictions apply to certain countries)
FREE USA next day shipping for orders over $200 CAD
***Please pay attention to ship-by dates*** Products at distribution ship in 1-2 days while those that are en-route to distribution from our villages ship within 1-2 weeks.
- All packages (apart from DHL) originate with Canada Post. Their service is secure, consistent and reliable. Passing customs, your national postal service will take over.
- For the default shipping services, delivery times are estimated as such:
- Canada 3-5 days
- USA 5-12 days
- EU/UK 8-12 days
- Other 14+ days
*Please note that shipping times are not guaranteed and can increase or decrease depending on the season
- International packages may be subject to taxation by the relevant border authority. It is the customer's responsibility to pay their duty/tax if required to do so.
- Please ask if you have any questions. TY :)
1-3 business days
I'll do my best to meet these shipping estimates, but can't guarantee them. Actual delivery time will depend on the shipping method you choose.
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 21 days of delivery
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
We use Canada Post for all of our shipping needs. They provide a wide range of consistent services and delivery times are well within acceptable limits. Time frames are provided on each individual item's listing page.
Yes! From the item's listing page you will be able to explore your options for shipping upgrades to your region.
Yes we most definitely do! Whether it is a name or picture that you want on a bracelet or you have a specific piece that you would like designed and created, we are at your service :)
Yes. While traditional beading can be very time consuming, we are still open to taking wholesale orders. For more information, please message us through Etsy or email us at biuluartisanboutique@gmail.com