bags for books

Handwoven of cotton on the traditional backstrap loom, this marvelous handbag comes from Petrona Perez and Asociación de Artesanas of Mexico. The crimson tote features rainbow stripes and an embroidered bouquet of flowers on the front. The versatile purse opens to a roomy, unlined interior for storing your belongings.

This appealing shoulder bag from Laura Leticia Burrion in Guatemala is woven of pure cotton on a traditional loom. The deep blue bag is fully lined and features an exterior zipper pocket so you can keep small items close at hand.