{"product_id":"chaguar-hand-woven-bag-41","title":"Chaguar Hand Woven Bag #41","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese unique bags result from centuries-old techniques passed down through generations within the Wichi indigenous community of Argentina. Each piece tells a story of craftsmanship, culture, and sustainability, made from the resilient chaguar plant native to the semi-arid Chaco region in northern Argentina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003e29cm (height) vs 30cm (width) Strap Length 114cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003eChaguar fibre (\u003cspan\u003eBromelia)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Crafting Process: A Labor of Tradition and Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chaguar plant, from the Bromelia family, grows in the wild and provides durable fibres perfect for weaving. Wichi women venture into the forest in small groups to harvest this special material, hand-picking the chaguar leaves. The process of creating these bags and textiles is both intricate and time-honored:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Harvesting: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe fibres are carefully separated by hand after collecting the leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Spinning:\u003c\/strong\u003e The fibres are spun into strong threads by rolling them on the women's thighs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Dyeing: \u003c\/strong\u003eNatural pigments from roots, seeds, and fruits are used to dye the fibres, creating rich and earthy tones in each piece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Weaving: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe fibres are meticulously hand-woven into beautiful bags and cushions, using patterns inspired by the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Andes Project","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48430577549539,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/7238\/8579\/files\/ChaguarHandWovenBag_41_4.png?v=1778312371","url":"https:\/\/theandesproject.com.au\/products\/chaguar-hand-woven-bag-41","provider":"The Andes Project","version":"1.0","type":"link"}