



Small Handbag - Natural
Compact Style & Empowering Craftsmanship
Introducing our Small Handbag, a charming and unique accessory meticulously handwoven from durable elephant grass by talented women in Northern Ghana. This compact bag offers a distinctly different style, featuring a neat flap closure with a simple loop, and a long, slender strap designed for comfortable wear across the body or over the shoulder.
Perfectly Sized for Your Essentials
Designed for when you want to carry just what you need, this handbag is ideal for:
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Effortless everyday carry: Perfect for your phone, keys, cards, and lipstick – all your small essentials readily at hand.
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Versatile wearing: The long, thin strap allows for comfortable crossbody wear, keeping your hands free, or styled elegantly over your shoulder by your side.
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Stylish simplicity: Its compact size and classic flap design offer a chic, understated elegance that complements any casual or dressy outfit.
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Travel companion: Lightweight and convenient, it's ideal for keeping your valuables close and secure while exploring.
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Cultural statement: Make a conscious style choice that celebrates traditional Ghanaian craftsmanship and supports a powerful mission of women's empowerment.
Empowering Women, Sustaining Communities
More than just a beautiful accessory, your purchase of a Small Handbag directly contributes to ASIGE's vital work. We are dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty by providing fair paid work and sustainable livelihood opportunities for rural women in Ghana. Every intricate weave helps empower these women, enabling them to gain financial independence, support their families, and build brighter futures.
Artisan Craftsmanship & Unique Details
Each Small Handbag is a unique piece of art, showcasing the tight weaving patterns and the vibrant colours (or natural tones, like the one pictured) that reflect the creativity of our artisans. Made from sustainably sourced elephant grass, these bags are not only strong and durable but also eco-friendly. The distinctive flap closure with its simple loop, combined with the practical, long crossbody strap and charming tassel details, offers a perfect blend of modern convenience and traditional Ghanaian craftsmanship.
Size and weight
NB: All sizes and weights are approximate.
Care instructions
Wipe clean only. Do not use soap or laundry detergent.
Spray with water to reshape woven products. Allow to dry naturally.
Keep away from open flames and fireplaces.
Leather handles - wipe with wet cloth only.
Shipping information
All products are shipped from the UK and take 2-3 business days to process.
We offer free shipping in the UK for orders of £100 or more. Below that, shipping is £5.99 for standard, or £9.99 for express.
For Europe we have a flat fee of £21.99 for shipping.
For other international markets the shipping fee is £23.99.

Fair trade
We are proud to be a guaranteed member of the World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO) and a recognised producer under Scottish Fair Trade, both of which verify our commitment to ethical and transparent business practices. Our membership was granted following a rigorous audit of our supply chain, confirming that the women in our weaving communities are the primary beneficiaries of every product sold.