Gaiam Ratings and Reviews
Top Rated Product
Karen Traditional Bag

Karen Traditional Bag

Karen Traditional Bag is available exclusively from Gaiam.

A product that gives back

Unlike some bags that are “inspired” by traditional rural designs, this is a truly authentic piece – the same utilitarian bag used daily by women of the Karen hill tribe group in Southeast Asia. Use it as a farmers’ market tote, your grocery bag, a purse or a conversation starter for anyone unaware of the current situation in Thailand/Burma. Proceeds fund aid and relief to thousands of refugees and displaced persons fleeing from a decades-long civil war. Hand-woven and hand-sewn of 100% cotton by Karen refugees the bags are dyed naturally with bark, roots, or vegetables. Hip length, with a comfortably wide shoulder strap. Choose from blue, purple or red. Thailand.

See how Partners is a light for refugees fleeing brutal oppression in Burma. Watch the video >

How do handmade purses change lives? Learn from one of the women who makes them. Watch the video >

Average Customer Rating: 4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5
2 of 2 (100%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer Questions & Answers: 2 Questions |  2 Answers

Customer Reviews for Karen Traditional Bag

Overall: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Appearance: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Construction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Anonymous
Location: California
Shopping Frequency: every 4 to 6 months
I have used this product for: 1-3 months
Beautiful Date: October 25, 2009
"Really nice to carry around essentials. I have received many compliments and it's also a good cause!"
Share this Review: Facebook Twitter

Review 2 for Karen Traditional Bag

Overall: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Quality: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Appearance: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Construction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Anonymous

Shopping Frequency: every month
I have used this product for: 3-6 months
great bag, great price Date: October 19, 2009
"The length & width of the shoulder strap makes it easy to wear as a cross-body bag for extra comfort & security when shopping at the farmer's market, flea market or at the mall. I also use it to carry my laptop (in a sleeve) to and from work on the bus."
Share this Review: Facebook Twitter