Upcycled Denim Tote Bag | Fair Trade & Chemical-Free Cotton
- Precio
- $55
A tote bag that carries more than just your essentials — this handcrafted piece supports fair wages, circular manufacturing, and a cleaner planet. Made from 100% upcycled denim cotton through The New Denim Project®, each bag is hand-sewn by skilled artisans at Upavim Crafts in Guatemala. With its striking wave pattern and thoughtful design, it's a gift worth giving — to yourself or someone who cares about how things are made.
✨ Features
- 🧵 Hand-sewn wave pattern: Each bag is individually crafted, giving it a visually striking, one-of-a-kind look.
- 📐 Generous size: 15" W x 13" H — roomy enough for daily essentials, groceries, books, and more.
- 👜 Comfortable carry: Approx. 12" strap lift for easy shoulder or hand carry.
- 🔒 Interior zippered pocket: Keeps loose or precious items safe and within easy reach.
- 🧲 Metal magnet clasp: Secure closure that's easy to open and close on the go.
- 🪡 Cotton lining: Soft interior lining adds structure and durability.
- ♻️ Upcycled & chemical-free material: Made from 100% cotton sourced from The New Denim Project® — no synthetic dyes, no polyester, no nylon, no acrylic.
- 🌿 Zero-waste process: Cottonseed and cotton lint byproducts are composted by local coffee growers in Guatemala.
- 🏅 Fair Trade certified: Every purchase directly supports school and scholarship programmes for communities on the outskirts of Guatemala City.
💚 Benefits
- ✅ Shop with a clear conscience: You're choosing a product that's genuinely good for people and the planet — not just in marketing, but in practice.
- ✅ Durable everyday use: Sturdy enough for the farmers' market, the office, or weekend errands — and built to last.
- ✅ Thoughtful gift option: A meaningful, eco-friendly gift for anyone who values sustainable fashion and ethical living.
- ✅ Supports real communities: Your purchase funds education programmes for Guatemalan families — a direct, tangible impact.
- ✅ Style that stands out: The hand-sewn wave pattern means no two bags look exactly the same.
♻️ The Story Behind the Material
The New Denim Project® is a third-generation Guatemalan textile mill pioneering circular manufacturing. They collect discarded denim and clothing scraps from local garment factories, then sort, clean, and transform these remnants into new fibres and yarns — all without harmful chemicals or synthetic dyes. It's a closed-loop process that conserves resources and gives textile waste a second life.
Upavim Crafts uses these eco-responsible fabrics to create Fair Trade certified goods. Every item you buy from this collection supports UPAVIM's school and scholarship programmes, helping children and families in Guatemala access education and opportunity.
🧺 Care Instructions
- Machine wash cold
- Hang to dry
- Low iron as needed
📋 Product Specifications
- Dimensions: 15" W x 13" H
- Strap lift: Approx. 12"
- Material: 100% upcycled cotton (chemical-free) from The New Denim Project®
- Lining: Cotton
- Closure: Metal magnet clasp
- Pocket: One interior zippered pocket
- Certification: Fair Trade certified
- Made in: Guatemala
- Vendor: Upavim Crafts
🛍️ Add the Upcycled Denim Tote Bag to your cart today — a stylish, sustainable carry that makes every errand feel a little more meaningful.
Why Closiist?
- Sustainability: Clozist is committed to eco-friendly practices. We offer a wide range of sustainable and upcycled products, reducing your environmental impact.
- Supporting Local Businesses: By shopping at Clozist, you're supporting US-based businesses and contributing to local economies.
- Unique and High-Quality Products: Clozist curates a collection of unique and high-quality products, often from smaller brands that you might not find elsewhere.
- Ethical Sourcing: Clozist prioritizes ethical sourcing and fair trade practices.
- Convenience: With free shipping on orders over $49 for members of our Reward Program, it's easy to shop online and have your products delivered to your doorstep.
- Impact: For every order we offset 7kgs of CO2 and rescue 2 plastic bottles from the Ocean. Check our impact here
Environmental Impact
Our efforts to reduce our CO2 emissions generated by the sending of your orders mean that today Clozist is Carbon Positive on its shipments.
With the help of Greenspark we voluntarily offset 7kg of CO2 and remove 2 plastic bottles from the oceans with each order at no extra cost to you.
Why 7kgs (15.43 lb)?
We took the average Carbon Emission of a 2lb package ground sent from NYC to LA and multiply that number by 4.
Why 2 bottles?
Millions of plastic bottles pollute our oceans every year, two standard bottles are a daily recommended water intake. We're committed to cleaning them up.
About Upavim Crafts
UPAVIM: Empowering Women and Building Communities
UPAVIM is a remarkable women-led cooperative based in La Esperanza, Guatemala. Founded in 1989, UPAVIM has been a beacon of hope and opportunity for its members and their communities.
By creating and selling beautiful, handcrafted products, UPAVIM provides its members with economic independence, leadership opportunities, and access to education. The cooperative supports a full-day K-6 school, a daycare, and a Montessori-based preschool, ensuring that the next generation has the tools they need to succeed.
UPAVIM's success has fueled the development of a health clinic, tutoring program, and a local bakery, further improving the lives of people in La Esperanza.
Through their work, UPAVIM is not only empowering women but also building a stronger, more resilient community. By supporting UPAVIM, you're helping to create a brighter future for generations to come.
Shipping & Delivery
Orders are usually dispatched within 2-3 business days.
The shipping rate is calculated and displayed at checkout. Free shipping is available for orders over $49.00 for Shakers members of our reward program, and with no minimum, for Makers members (We can't offer free shipping when the lowest shipping cost exceeds $10).
Shipment confirmation and order tracking:
Once your order is fulfilled, you receive a tracking number to follow your package by email. Allow 24-48 hours for the carrier to update the tracking number in its system.
We might ship your order in more than 1 package. In that case, you receive a tracking number for each shipment.
Your order might be delayed in case we experience a high volume of orders. If your order fulfillment is delayed, we will let you know by email asap.