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Shakti.ism

Shakti.ism is a UK-based non-profit social enterprise with a mission to empower and employ disadvantaged women in India, Bangladesh, and now in Nepal! We repurpose sari fabric and use traditional techniques like block printing and kantha stitching, making every item in our shop truly unique! Profits are reinvested into the social enterprise, so we can continue to create more work for more women - your purchase directly impacts our beneficiaries, and we are really grateful to every single customer. Every purchase you make through eBay for Change supports our cause to empower and employ women from marginalised communities.

Large sari pouch with drawstring, upcycled

£5

Handmade using upcycled sari cloth
Ethically produced by empowered artisans in India
Reversible
Reusable
Brilliant for odd-sized gifts (bottles, books, etc.)

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Description

This listing is for *one* RANDOMLY CHOSEN reusable sari gift bag, ethically handmade by empowered women artisans in India. If you purchase multiple bags, each one will be different so you have a selection of colours and patterns.

**If you have any preferred colours or styles, please leave a note when you checkout and I will do my best to accommodate your request** :-)

These eco-friendly alternatives to paper gift bags are handmade using repurposed saris. They can be re-used over and over, and they are brilliant for wrapping small or large gifts, storing your favourite bits and bobs, and they make brilliant wine or other bottle gift bags! Chic and tree-free, our gift bags are reversible, upcycled and fabulous.

You will receive a *randomly chosen* sari gift bag with each purchase. Each bag is made from offcuts of an upcycled sari. Because every sari is unique, each pouch has its own story, so no two bags are exactly alike. Colours and patterns will vary, depending on the saris used. Some finished items have minor imperfections or markings, which makes them even more charming and distinctive.

*COLOURS AND PATTERNS WILL VARY AS EACH ITEM IS MADE FROM UPCYCLED SARI FABRIC - PHOTOS SHOWN ARE EXAMPLES*

Dimensions when laid flat: Approx 38 cm L x 23 W (15 in L x 9 in W)

Care: Gently hand wash in cold water. Hang or lay flat to air dry.

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