The Khmu ethnic group of Laos have been handmaking these gorgeous, eco-friendly and natural-fiber bags (now named Nature Bags) for centuries.
And now, as part of a poverty reduction project for the region, you can help support the work of this impoverished group of handcrafters, whose region has one of the lowest per capita income levels in the world.
In a project aimed at sustaining this impoverished region for years to come, the Khmu villagers are now producing Nature Bags for sale to others. The program is headed by young Lao student Bonsou Keoamphone, the son of a poor rice farmer in Northern Laos.
About Nature Bags:
Made from wild-growing, organic tropical Kudzu, a naturally growing, hearty perennial vine
One of a kind and handmade in Laos (see a video on how they're made)
Stretchable and expandable
Lightweight but extremely strong
Biodegradable and virtually mold resistant
Natural colors range from very light tan to medium-dark brown.
Mesh design permits airflow, perfect for carrying fruits and vegetables
Sizes range from 10 x 6 inches to 24 x 12 inches
Prices range from $10 - $76
A lovely, humanitarian buy and perfect holiday gift for your stylish and earth-loving friends and family members.
wow this is awsome news, very very goood. i like this post very much. i see potential as long as nothng goes wrong this region should progress in economic. like good transportation of goods.
Nice topic and video presentation, most the scenes of the video it reminds me when I have worked for an external support agency in the northern part of Laos, most my work and time is closed to Kmu every day I see them do this bag, sometimes our teem also received the bag from them for present. I hope a day in near future I could return to that place again. Thanks for good topic
I can personally attest to what a good buy these bags are. I've been amazed at how much I can actually fit into them. They stretch, but things don't move and jumble around in them. I literally filled mine up the other day with 28 cans of soda, hung it up in the garage and took it to a party a few days later. Not only is it big enough to fill that full, and strong enough to hold that load for days, but after I removed all the cans it went back to it's normal shape! I'm DONE buying the $1 canvas bags that just break! Not to mention that it makes me feel so good to know that my money is going to people who -really- need it. I own 4 bags, all different sizes, shapes and colors, but it sounds like they’re all unique.
W ow this is something! They can expand profit from this bag if the government will pass a bill that support recycling and use of environmentally friendly products such as this one. this is something that is consistent with Laos = nature, natural, traditional yet innovative.
Everybody should patronize this product. They can be used for shopping and market. If they can make designs more trendy this could be in for the youth as well. Im sure soon this will find its way to western market given a very good promotion. manufacturers should join in trade shows to promote this product. Its very useful. BIG Cheers!
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