Hand Made Women's Alpaca Blend Shoulder Bag 'Andean Warmth'

Description

Warm shades of yellow, red and brown welcome the cool allure of green in a shoulder bag of splendid beauty. The Maldonado Family weaves the acrylic and alpaca wool bag on a traditional loom after carefully dyeing the threads. The bag is lined, closes with a zipper, and features a small pocket.

90% acrylic, 10% alpaca. Polyester lining
Dry clean only
Features a zipper closure
0.51 lbs
Bag: 14.5 inches L x 13.8 inches W
Strap(s): 49.2 inches L x 1.2 inches W
Drop length: 22.8 inches from strap to bag

Made in Peru

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Andean Warmth