Straw bags are quite literally the definition of timeless as they go way back in history. People have been weaving natural fibers into baskets as early as ancient Egypt and, to this day, the technique hasn’t really changed. So what makes them so attractive to the modern-day woman?

Our handicraft water hyacinth handbags are made one-by-one by hand from water hyacinth straw – a very strong environmental weed that grows naturally in local lakes and ponds. Its unique vintage style, versatility, durability, and high-practical design have definitely made these bags timeless and perfect for any occasion. We have also added our own signature touches to the bag, from colorful pompoms to dangling tassels, to make sure you would stand out in a crowd.

The standard water hyacinth is a pest plant in most of the tropical regions, suffocating waterways around the globe. So, this causes significant problems for local transport, harming the local flora and fauna. You might have seen the water hyacinth in your local gardening center. As a floating water plant, they have become increasingly popular in the last decade. They do well in our moderate climate zone as an ornamental for the summer pond. Don’t worry, though. While this plant is invasive in most tropical regions, it stands no chance of surviving our cold European winters.

1. Water Hyacinth Handbags

These water hyacinth bags are the current trend in the sustainable fashion industry. Ever-innovative, but with an eye for detail, beauty, and comfort.

Straw bags are also super light, which is probably why totes, in particular, are so popular — they fit a lot without adding much extra weight.

And last, but definitely not least, they are so effortlessly stylish. Artisans have elevated the technique to an art, creating beautiful patterns and structured shapes ranging from the classic bucket bag to circles and half moon shapes. So it’s no wonder that designers have taken straw bags as a source of inspiration and put a modern twist on them.

2. How to clean water hyacinth handbags

PREPARE YOUR BAGS FOR CLEANING

1. Grab your bags and take out of any of your items inside

2. Once empty, turn your bags upside-down and shake it to let any crumbs inside the bags and in between the straw, out

3. If your bag has straps, make sure to roll the straps in and put a rubber tie around it so the straps won’t tangle around your bags when you shake it upside-down

4. If your bags have clasps, take those out before shaking the bags

CLEANING

1. If after the shaking and there are still crumbs, perhaps in between the straw/weaving, use a used toothbrush and gently brush any crumbs away. Use a bit of cold water on the brush, when needed.

2. Once the crumbs are out, it’s time to clean the dust that you may not be able to see on the surface of the straw

3. Grab a clean cotton cloth and dip half of the cloth in cold water, the other half keep it dry

4. Wipe your bags, with the wet part of the cloth, with a soft circular motion starting from the back of the bag to the front. The back of the bag is where your bag is usually sitting on when you put it on a table or on the floor, so this is usually the dirtier side

5. Repeat cleaning the backside twice before going to the front side

6. Turn your cloth to the dry side and repeat wiping the bags

STORING

1. Hang your bags in your room, where there is no direct sunlight. Long exposure to sunlight can cause the fibers to become dry and brittle

2. If you are planning to store the bag in your closet or handbag box, BE SURE to put your straw bags in cotton or fabric bags. Using cloth bags will protect the fibers from dust and mold. Let your straw bags out of storage every 2-3 months to let them breathe.

3. Don’t use plastic bags to store straw bags! Because the plastic can melt or stick on your bags over time and this can break the coating on the surface of straw bags

NOTES:

• When you use the bags, make sure to put any makeup (lipstick, blush, mascara) in a separate small pouch inside, to avoid any smear

• If you have a colored bag, like black, white or pink, make sure to only use clean cotton cloth and cold WATER to clean instead of oil soap or regular soap. This protects the dye and coating that is on the surface.

• Stuffed your bags to make sure that the shape won’t be changing when you store it.

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