Wayuu Mochila Bag: 15 Days of Handwoven Tradition

This is not just a bag, it is 15 days of skilled work by hand. Every Wayuu mochila is handwoven, stitch by stitch, by artisans from the Wayuu indigenous community in La Guajira, Colombia, using a crochet technique passed down through generations of Wayuu women. This particular piece is woven in bold bands of yellow, blue and red, echoing the Colombian flag, and finished with colourful tassels at the drawstring closure.

Its adjustable, striped strap can be worn crossbody or over the shoulder. Roomy enough for your everyday essentials, it is a statement piece for daily wear, a festival, a football match, or as a meaningful gift for anyone who loves Colombia.

When you buy a Wayuu mochila, you are supporting the artisans who keep this tradition alive and carrying a piece of their craft with you.

Product details

• Style: bucket-style mochila with drawstring closure and tassels
• Strap: adjustable, striped, worn crossbody or on the shoulder
• Colours: yellow, blue and red (Colombian flag)
• Weaving time: approximately 15 days per bag, handwoven by Wayuu artisans
• Material: cotton or acrylic crochet thread
• Care:  hand wash cold, air dry
• Origin: handmade by the Wayuu community, La Guajira, Colombia
• Condition: new

Why you'll love it

• A genuine, authentic Wayuu mochila, not a mass-produced copy
• 15 days of skilled handwork in every bag, so no two are exactly alike
• Supports Wayuu artisan women and helps keep their tradition alive
• A meaningful, story-filled gift for Colombians in NZ or anyone who loves Colombian culture

15 días de tejido, toda una tradición Wayuu.