Handmade in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Colombia
This authentic Wiwa mochila is handwoven from natural fique fibre, a strong, plant-based material traditionally harvested, prepared, and spun by Indigenous women of the Sierra Nevada. Each bag takes weeks to create, moving through a slow, ancestral process passed down through generations.
This particular mochila features earth-rooted tones of deep plum, warm ochre, soft cream, and muted gold. The clean stepped-stripe pattern represents the natural rhythms of the territory — mountains, water, and the pathways that connect all beings.
Every mochila is completely unique. No two are ever the same.
Materials
100% natural fique fibre
Naturally dyed using ancestral methods
Handmade by Wiwa artisans
Fique is prized for its durability, breathability, and grounding texture. It softens with use while keeping its strong, timeless structure.
Meaning & Tradition
For the Wiwa people, weaving is a spiritual practice — a way of transmitting memory, honoring Mother Earth, and sustaining the balance of life.Each bag carries the energy of:
patience
protection
connection with the territory
the feminine creative force
When you carry a mochila, you carry a story, a lineage, and the intention of the woman who made it.
Features
Deep, sturdy body with traditional stepped pattern
Wide, comfortable handwoven strap
Lightweight yet strong
Spacious interior for everyday use
Naturally dyed colours
One-of-a-kind artisan piece
Approximate Dimensions
(If you want, you can give me the measurements and I’ll add them.)
Height: ___
Width: ___
Strap length: ___
Your Purchase Supports the Community
100% of the proceeds go directly to supporting economic sustainability for the Wiwa women, their families, and their ongoing cultural and spiritual responsibilities as guardians of the Sierra Nevada.
Your support helps them:
stay on their ancestral land
continue weaving traditions
provide for their families with dignity
maintain their spiritual work for the Earth
Care Instructions
Spot clean with cold water
Hang or lay flat to dry
Do not machine wash
Avoid bleach or harsh detergents
Over time, the bag will soften beautifully while maintaining its structure.