Dhaka Pouch, Ethically Handwoven In Nepal
Meet the Shakti.ism woven Dhaka pouch! These stunning pouches are handy for storing your cosmetics, jewellery, mobile phone or other whatever else you want to take with you.
The woven material used to make our unique woven pouches is known as Dhaka, a traditional fabric from Nepal. Dhaka is known for its vibrant colours and traditional geometric patterns, so each charming piece is truly unique!
Each of these adorable zipper pouches was handmade by a skilled artisan at our partner women's workshop in Kathmandu, Nepal
Dimensions: Approximately 20cm L x 15cm W; approximately 7.5in L x 6in W)
Care: Gently hand wash in cold water. Hang or lay flat to air dry
By purchasing this item, you are helping to empower and provide ongoing employment income for the women who make these handmade products. The demand for Shakti.ism's products provides these women with dignified employment, a living wage, hope and opportunities for their children. Together we can provide alternative options for disadvantaged women with the aim to lift them out of poverty and help them to become self-sustaining and independent.
Thank you for supporting women's empowerment in India, Bangladesh and Nepal with Shakti.ism
Discover beautiful fair trade accessories and gifts from Shakti.ism, a social enterprise brand on a mission to empower and support marginalised women.
They partner with local grassroots NGOs to ensure their support is reaching people who need it most. Often these are women and girls who have experienced or are at risk of gender-based violence as well as other disadvantages.
Shakti.ism and their partners create a supportive space for the women to develop their skills as artisans and entrepreneurs. This training and support creates far-reaching ripples of change. It helps ensure the women have a sustainable livelihood for the future, breaks the cycle of poverty and preserves local traditions.
Every item in the Shakti.ism collection represents a brighter future, in the form of dignified employment, a living wage, hope and opportunities – for both the women themselves and their children.
Shop for one-of-a-kind pouches, tote bags, cushion covers and more, all of which are handmade using repurposed and recycled donated sari fabric.