Pack your things and get ready for a day at the beach, a hike in the mountains, or a roam around the market. This drawstring backpack is the perfect companion for all your day-trip needs. By Mexican artisan Ingrid Garcia, the bag features hand-loomed cotton fabric in grey and white stripes with magenta tassels for the perfect pop of color. Adjustable cotton shoulder straps make it easy to carry on any adventure. The bag also feature a vinyl bottom for extra durability.

• materials: 100% cotton, vinyl accent, aluminum fixtures. Cotton lining
• Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
• Adjustable strap(s)
• Features a drawstring closure

Ingrid Garcia

I'm a creative, passionate and hardworking woman who works with textiles. I was born in 1987 in the State of Mexico. I've always had a liking for fabrics, especially our traditional weaving arts. I want to make them available in modern designs for everyday use. My handbags and accessories showcase textiles by artisan families who are expert weavers with a real passion for this craft.

My mother began teaching me to sew when I was a young girl, just as her mother taught her. Sewing is a tradition in our family, one that I want to preserve. I'm currently teaching workshops for children and other people who want to learn an occupation they can practice at home and generate an income.

"When I finally decided to take up handicrafts, it was a difficult decision. It meant a complete change of career, but I chose what really impassions me because I think that is what's most important.

"Most of my designs use handwoven cotton created in local communities. Through my work, I can express my love for Mexico, our traditions and colors because my inspiration comes from this wonderful country. I want each design to represent a union of old Mexico and modern Mexico.

"Working for myself has been challenging. There are many difficulties to overcome but, with time, you learn to do so. The toughest part for me has been time management and meeting deadlines but working on my own has brought many benefits and satisfactions like expressing my inner thoughts, being as creative as I want and having the freedom to choose.

"Today, my work creates direct and indirect jobs, especially for single moms who can do the sewing at home and earn an income without neglecting their children.

"I want to continue working with Mexican artisans, promoting our culture in the world and making working conditions more dignified. I also want to extend my design collections and encourage artisan work in our communities."

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NOVICA was started with a dream to create a better world for artisans, because a better world for artisans is a better world for all.

Along the way, the founders of NOVICA discovered something very important - as artisans around the world succeeded, there was also a visible and profound impact on the communities around them.

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The founders of NOVICA had a vision of the future that is not one of mega factories producing cookie cutter products for all to cheaply consume. Instead, a bright future that celebrates artisans who take the time to create an item by hand. A future where time is protected, where stories are told, where unique details are honored. Love, respect, inclusiveness become driving force.

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