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Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco | Official selection for inclusion in the Smithsonian Folklife Festival.

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Hand Loomed Alpaca Shoulder Bag, "Cool Valleys"

Product ID: 402924

The patterns on this beautiful 100% alpaca shoulder bag are inspired by ancient Inca motifs. The bag is crafted entirely by hand by the artisans of... more

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The patterns on this beautiful 100% alpaca shoulder bag are inspired by ancient Inca motifs. The bag is crafted entirely by hand by the artisans of the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco. They raise the alpacas and llamas to obtain the fleece; shear, dye and spin the wool; and weave the textile on a traditional waist loom. The fully-lined bag closes with a zipper and features an adjustable strap and an interior zipper pocket.

  • 0.21 kgs
  • 0.5 lbs
  • 12.5" H x 8.75" W x 3.9" D
  • 12.5" H x 8.75" W x 3.9" D

  • 100% alpaca, acrylic lining
  • Adjustable strap(s)
  • Dry clean or hand wash
  • Features a zipper closure
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Peru
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Peruicon info
  • Product ID: 402924
Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco
Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco

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Traditional handwoven Andean apparel and decor

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Smithsonian Folklife Festival Chosen for inclusion in the Smithsonian Folklife Festival

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Carlanne

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Dec 11, 2024

“Classy and Yet Casual Handbag”

I was immediately impressed with the care taken in constructing this bag. The horizontal fabric goes all the way around for the body of the bag with only one seam. The base of the bag is squared well and stitched perfectly. The lining is nicely constructed and theres a zippered pocket for items that might be otherwise lost in the bottom of the bag.

Everyday This was a gift for Daughter-in-law Occasion: Christmas

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Laura

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Jun 19, 2023

“Appropriate name!”

This is much roomier than the small shoulder bags, and can hold a wallet and papers as needed. Same soft feel and beautiful colors. A work of art.

large enough to hold all the regular suspects for carrying around in a purse

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Carla Simmons

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Mar 28, 2022

“Beautiful bag”

Love this bag! So well done.

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Betty

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Sep 09, 2024

“Beautiful, well made and it Makes Me HAPPY!”

Every time I carry this purse I have women -- and one man who was looking for a birthday gift for his wife -- who LOVED this purse and asked where I got it. I gave them your website! And when I told them its alpaca, they were delighted and one squeeled, Oh, I LOVE alpaca! WOW! I think its great, and one thing I really like about it is that it holds my wallet, phone, a few other items--and then the purse says, Clean me out! The size is what I was looking for and then I found this BEAUTIFUL option. Abit pricier than I wanted, but worth EVERY PENNY! THANKS!

Purchased Item Cusco Skies, Tasseled Blue Alpaca Shoulder Bag

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Wendy

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Oct 31, 2023

“Unique, artful, beautiful colors, and useful, as well!”

This handbag is absolutely beautiful! The colors are both gentle and calming (the blues and greens) and eyecatchingly bright -- (the beautiful berry/wine colored section down the center, which also incorporates lots of other colors.) This bag has a wonderful texture to it, as well. I love that it was loom-woven, and is also one-of-a-kind. Its sturdy, and a useful size, as well, and easily holds my (large) wallet, phone, and other necessities.

Purchased Item Mists of Cusco, Multicolored Alpaca Shoulder Bag

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Ruth E

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Jul 28, 2023

“This is so fabulous!”

What an absolutely beautiful work of art! It is so well made. I was of 2 minds about this but it is well worth the price & I am so happy with it. Please tell the designer how pleased I am! Thank you for your artistry RE Williams

Purchased Item Pisac Magenta, Handloomed Alpaca Blend Shoulder Bag

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Smithsonian Folklife Festival

Nilda Callañaupa Alvarez represented the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco at the 2015 Folklife Festival. An expert weaver, she preserves traditional Andean textiles and supports several weaving communities in Peru.

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