Maridadi
Kwetu Tote - Grey Elephant

Kwetu Tote - Grey Elephant

Textured canvas, printed cotton trim, machine embroidery, nylon zipper · Textile tailoring and embroidery

Made by Maridadi Tailoring Collective, in Kenya.

$40

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Maker

Crafted by skilled tailors who combine durable utility fabrics with detailed, narrative embroidery.

Meaning

'Kwetu' translates to 'our home' or 'our place' in Swahili. This bag celebrates the iconic Kenyan wildlife, featuring an embroidered elephant beneath an acacia tree, accompanied by the classic phrase 'Hakuna Matata' (no worries).

Making

A sturdy, heather-grey textured canvas forms the body of the bag, providing a solid canvas for the intricate multi-colored embroidery. The bag is securely bound with a contrasting black and tan geometric print, finished with matching shoulder straps and a zip closure.

Use

A durable, structured souvenir or everyday shopper. It offers a secure, zip-top compartment ideal for daily essentials, carrying a piece of 'our home' wherever you go.

Weight
Lightweight
Material
Textured canvas, printed cotton trim, machine embroidery, nylon zipper
Care
Spot clean with mild soap and a damp cloth. Air dry. Do not machine wash to protect the embroidery.
Availability
Available
Delivery
Delivered to your door. Delivery and tax calculated at checkout.

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