{"id":16793,"date":"2021-07-29T19:33:41","date_gmt":"2021-07-29T19:33:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/?p=16793"},"modified":"2021-07-29T22:57:33","modified_gmt":"2021-07-29T22:57:33","slug":"fair-trade-cotton-and-silk-tote-bags-from-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/fair-trade-cotton-and-silk-tote-bags-from-india","title":{"rendered":"Fair Trade Cotton and Silk Tote Bags from India"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These fair trade tote bags have intriguing patterns, inspired by designs from India. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/shop\/fashion\/fashion-bags\/fair-trade-bags\/designer-cross-body-bags\/\"><b>paisley prints<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/shop\/fashion\/fashion-bags\/fair-trade-bags\/large-mirror-shoulder-bag\/\"><b>mirror work<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/shop\/fashion\/fashion-bags\/fair-trade-bags\/light-weight-silk-tote-bags\/\"><b>ethnic strap designs<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> showcase the unique work of local Indian artisans. These bags are versatile &#8212; they can be used for more casual occasions such as running errands or going out for a day with friends and family. They come in cotton and silk and in a variety of colors. For a flavor of ethnic Indian design, get one of these stylish tote bags.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All of these products are fair trade, an alternative business model that values safe workplaces, fair wages, and community investment for factory employees. Craft Montaz is a socially responsible company, and these practices empower consumers to purchase according to their values and help alleviate global poverty. When you purchase through Craft Montaz, you are not only supporting local artisans from all over the world, but also helping to preserve their unique craft-making practices that typically date back hundreds, if not thousands of years. Check out our featured fair trade Indian cotton and silk bags below and even more items on <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/craftmontaz.com\/\"><b>CraftMontaz.com<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_16794\" style=\"width: 626px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/shop\/fashion\/fashion-bags\/fair-trade-bags\/red-white-tote-bag\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16794\" class=\"wp-image-16794\" src=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/fashion-tote-bag-002-1-235x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"616\" height=\"786\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/fashion-tote-bag-002-1-235x300.jpeg 235w, https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/fashion-tote-bag-002-1-768x980.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/fashion-tote-bag-002-1.jpeg 785w, https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/fashion-tote-bag-002-1-700x894.jpeg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 616px) 100vw, 616px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-16794\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cotton Quilted Tote Bag<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is an everyday use <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/shop\/fashion\/fashion-bags\/fair-trade-bags\/red-white-tote-bag\/\"><b>cotton fair trade tote bag<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from India. It is a large bag that can hold almost anything for your regular usage. The bag is bright red with a black border and a white flower motif. The bag\u2019s quilted design adds a creative flair. It has a small pocket on the outside for effortless storage. The long straps make it easy to carry either on the shoulder or arm. To have a flare of India with you, get one of these fair trade tote bags. In doing so, you are supporting local artists and allowing their craft to live on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_16795\" style=\"width: 626px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/shop\/fashion\/fashion-bags\/fair-trade-bags\/designer-cross-body-bags\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16795\" class=\"wp-image-16795\" src=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Sling-bag-1a-235x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"616\" height=\"786\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Sling-bag-1a-235x300.jpeg 235w, https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Sling-bag-1a-768x980.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Sling-bag-1a.jpeg 785w, https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Sling-bag-1a-700x894.jpeg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 616px) 100vw, 616px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-16795\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Designer Crossbody Bags<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out these chic and cotton-printed <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/shop\/fashion\/fashion-bags\/fair-trade-bags\/designer-cross-body-bags\/\"><b>sling bags<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from India. Stylish and trendy, these well-designed fair trade sling bags are spacious too. Stash in all your essentials and hang out in style. The bags are available in shades of maroon and golden brown. The top border is designed with hand embroidery, and wooden o-rings connect a beautifully braided strap. It has an inside pocket for easy storage and a magnetic closure. These fair trade bags are made from locally-grown and woven unbleached cotton. Their patterns are then created on the fabric using woodblocks with natural mineral and vegetable dyes.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_16796\" style=\"width: 626px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/shop\/fashion\/fashion-bags\/fair-trade-bags\/large-mirror-shoulder-bag\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16796\" class=\"wp-image-16796\" src=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Fashion-red-large-mirror-bag-b-235x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"616\" height=\"786\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Fashion-red-large-mirror-bag-b-235x300.jpeg 235w, https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Fashion-red-large-mirror-bag-b-768x980.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Fashion-red-large-mirror-bag-b.jpeg 785w, https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Fashion-red-large-mirror-bag-b-700x894.jpeg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 616px) 100vw, 616px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-16796\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Large Mirror Shoulder Bag<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This bright red and blue <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/shop\/fashion\/fashion-bags\/fair-trade-bags\/large-mirror-shoulder-bag\/\"><b>cotton shoulder bag<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has beautiful mirror work, making it creative and stylish. Unique to India, mirror work is an attractive cultural design that will stand out when you use it out with friends. The bag has a long shoulder strap, making it comfortable to carry on the shoulder or as a crossbody bag. When using <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/shop\/fashion\/fashion-bags\/fair-trade-bags\/large-mirror-shoulder-bag\/\"><b>this bag<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you no longer need to worry about not being able to fit things into your purse! Its wide inside compartment can fit all your daily essentials.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_16797\" style=\"width: 626px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/shop\/fashion\/fashion-bags\/fair-trade-bags\/light-weight-silk-tote-bags\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16797\" class=\"wp-image-16797\" src=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Printed-silk-bag-4-1-235x300.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"616\" height=\"786\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Printed-silk-bag-4-1-235x300.jpeg 235w, https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Printed-silk-bag-4-1-768x980.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Printed-silk-bag-4-1.jpeg 785w, https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Printed-silk-bag-4-1-700x894.jpeg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 616px) 100vw, 616px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-16797\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lightweight Silk Tote Bags<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These lightweight <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/shop\/fashion\/fashion-bags\/fair-trade-bags\/light-weight-silk-tote-bags\/\"><b>tote bags from India<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> come in several colors and patterns. There is a classic Indian motif printed on the silk base, and the accompanying vibrant colors make it stand out. These tote bags are very useful to carry your daily items. It has an easy to open and close zipper lock in the middle as well as an inside zipped pocket for separate compartments to store your items. Each fair trade handmade bag is unique and not mass-produced.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more fair trade items and other inventory, visit <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/craftmontaz.com\/\"><b>CraftMontaz.com<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! We offer free shipping on all orders and 10% off with code CM10.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>These fair trade tote bags have intriguing patterns, inspired by designs from India. The paisley prints, mirror work, and ethnic strap designs showcase the unique work of local Indian artisans. These bags are versatile &#8212; they can be used for more casual occasions such as running errands or going out&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":88892,"featured_media":16796,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[13],"tags":[80,81,82,79],"class_list":["post-16793","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-india","tag-fair-trade-bags","tag-fair-trade-crafts","tag-indian-bags","tag-tote-bags"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16793","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/88892"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16793"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16793\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":16811,"href":"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16793\/revisions\/16811"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/16796"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16793"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16793"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.craftmontaz.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16793"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}