Tactic Stripes in Navy

The artisan women of Tactic, Guatemala hand-weave this tote of cotton on the traditional backstrap loom. Mirian Otzin presents the bag, featuring stripes of sky blue over a body of navy. Multicolored geometric patterns that depict a procession of birds accentuate a black panel at the center. Held by a pair of handles or on an adjustable strap, the bag opens with a zipper to reveal a cotton lining with a zipper pocket.