Paa'ch koyoq' [paach co-yolk] refers to the striking rhombus design featured on this bag. The design is from the typical woven headdress of Nebaj and is associated with the center of the universe or mother earth.
This bag is the perfect size to fit all of your essentials and can be worn as a shoulder bag, crossbody or as a clutch. Plus, it has an extra inner-zippered pocket for added security.
Weaver: María
Leathersmith: Beto
Technique: Backstrap loom with brocade design; Handcrafted leather
Time to make: 7 days
Origin: Nebaj, El Quiché (Weaving); San Pedro La Laguna, Sololá (Leather)
Size: 9.5 by 6 inches
Shoulder strap drop: Max 26 in., Min 23 in.
Closure: Metal YKK zipper
Inside pockets: One; YKK zip closure; 6 in. wide, 4.5 in. deep.
Materials: 100% Cotton (weaving); 100% fine grain leather (sides, all straps); 100% upcycled cotton from The New Denim Project (lining), a Guatemalan denim upcycling initiative.
This is such a high quality and pretty bag. The weaving is truly unique- I've never seen anything like it, and the colors are so glorious in person. Highly recommend.