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Colours of Wayuu












Mochila bags are made by Wayuu Tribeswomen, an indigenous people who live near the borders of both Colombia and Venezuela. Each bag is incredibly labor intensive to make and can take over 40 hours to make each one! You can check out and purchase original Wayuu Taya bags here where the proceeds from the sale of these bags goes back to the Wayuu people.


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33 comments:

  1. АннаMay 10, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    i just love this bag!stunning!

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  2. LianaMay 10, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    those bags are soo amazing, i love all the bright colors and intricate patterns! there's so much effort that goes into each one, but they turn out great!
    and no worries, google is always a pain to deal with :P

    Fashion Bag 411

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  3. JessieMay 10, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    the bags are incredible. i love it! and so are the colors. i am huge fan of ethiopian patterns and colors.
    xx, http://wordbyjessie.com/

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  4. Sweet Pea (formerly Alice)May 10, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Gosh, I want one!

    Just a Silhouette

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  5. Frank VinylMay 10, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    I have such an obsession for all these bags.. i seriously buy one everytime i travel. LOVE these !!
    xo
    francesca
    http://www.frankvinyl.com

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  6. GIAAMay 10, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    we represent Wayuu Taya at our showroom, love their bags! Need to get me one!

    xoxo

    G.
    http://giaa-fashion.blogspot.com

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  7. sammi burley (chase.dakota)May 10, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    amazing bag!!

    i am having the same post problems :(

    check out my giveaway
    www.chasedakota.blogspot.com

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  8. MAMMA TUPPYMay 10, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    There is something even more special about these bags knowing the story of how they are made.

    And yes, BLOGGER is driving me CRAZY today!! :(

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  9. MAMMA TUPPYMay 10, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    There is something even more special about these bags knowing the story of how they are made.

    And yes, BLOGGER is driving me CRAZY today!! :(

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  10. AnonymousMay 10, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    The best things in the world take time to create, like these bags. Absolute works of art.

    I will pass your link to my sister who is married to a gorgeous Colombian man. They both support local indigenous communities in that area.

    Thanks for sharing this!

    Barbie
    Byron Bay Botanica

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  11. UnknownMay 10, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Such beautiful bags!

    http://grey-buzz.blogspot.com
    @ohhmytash

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  12. Wear The CanvasMay 10, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    ahhhh! amazing! so beautiful

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  13. AnonymousMay 10, 2011 at 3:04 PM

    i absolutely love all these bags! amazing post!

    -Winnie

    http://winniereally.blogspot.com

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  14. CaddyMay 10, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    Such lovely colors! So vibrant and alive!!

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  15. Wang's FactoryMay 10, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    These bags are awesome! Have to get my hands on one

    www.wangsfactory.blogspot.com

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  16. TERI REES WANGMay 10, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Cheers!... to the wild creative genius hearts of women, world wide.

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  17. AnonymousMay 10, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    these bags are actually amazing. i love them.

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  18. Camila May 10, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    i'm from Colombia and this post makes me feel proud of it, is really nice that you took the time to write something about the women who make every 'mochila' with so much love & effort.

    @camila_lff

    xo

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  19. Selina.May 10, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    my mom has those bags in so many different shapes and colors! really beautiful

    love, selina

    http://selinaderuijter.blogspot.com/

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  20. SophieMay 10, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    Wish I had seen these before. This post has already made me add one to this weekends shopping list. Perfect and an amazing cause. Thanks! x

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  21. SAMANTHAMay 11, 2011 at 1:08 AM

    This is amazing, thank you so much for sharing - I love your blog, I am definitely buying one of these beauties.


    xx
    www.dragonnfruit.com

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  22. AMELIA ALVAREZMay 11, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    I have been looking for a bag like this forever, slouchy, tribal and authentic. Thank you so much for sharing!

    www.clotheshorsenyc.com

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  23. SPYTMay 11, 2011 at 3:26 AM

    if you like these, check out the molas made by the Kuna indians of Panama. they make super intricate geometric designs and nature-inspired pieces from layers and layers of fabric. talk about labor-intensive.

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  24. majaMay 11, 2011 at 3:41 AM

    I love the colors! Beautiful indeed. To have one of them in my closet would make my day <3

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  25. Prim and PimpMay 11, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    wow love the bags! and such a good cause.

    xoxo
    P&P

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  26. SaraMay 11, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    I love these bags. All the colors are so vibrant and amazing. I want one!

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  27. ReneeMay 11, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    These are amazing! I love all of the colors, I think I might be needing one.

    Renee

    http://www.blogspot.com/dominant-traits

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  28. jessica januaryMay 11, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    ahhh overload. amazing.


    january, x
    jessicajanuary.com

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  29. AnonymousMay 13, 2011 at 3:43 AM

    OMG, I want them all lol

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  30. marthaMay 18, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    I knew these and just love them !!
    Not only are they incredibly gorgeous and unique but they also help you contribute to those lovely hard working people in a small amount !!
    So lovely !
    on my list for sure !!
    Thank you for sharing !!

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  31. miss unkonMay 27, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    thank you for sharing not only such beaeutiful bags but a cause that cares for the people behind the beauty of this craft.
    xx
    miss unkon
    www.missunkon.com

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  32. leyJune 16, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    I adore these bags I'm Colombian so I've seen these bags before. When I go to Colombia I'm definitely getting one! Can't wait! :)

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  33. TinaJuly 14, 2011 at 12:35 AM

    I fell in love with these bags when I went to Colombia a few months ago. So much I started this with my best friend www.wayuulove.com

    When you purchase a bag, you're not only making a fashion statement, but also helping the Wayuu community...Now how good is that? :)

    www.wayuulove.com

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I read every comment so a big thank you so some of my long time readers, I love reading your imput and a big hello to my new readers! xx mandy