Lotus Mini Bucket Bag – Handwoven Water Hyacinth

Small bag. Big story.

The Lotus Mini Bucket Bag is handwoven by skilled artisans in Vietnam's Mekong Delta — each one individually crafted from sustainably harvested water hyacinth using traditional techniques passed through generations. No two bags are identical. Every variation in colour and weave is a mark of genuine handmade character.

The Details

• Material: Natural water hyacinth — sustainably harvested
• Handles: Twisted cotton rope with wrapped detail
• Closure: Cotton drawstring lining
• Finishing: Signature Silk & Bears leather tag
• Size: Height 16cm | Diameter 15cm
• Weight: Approx. 200g
• Capacity: Holds phone, card holder, keys, lip balm and everyday essentials
• Colour: Natural honey / warm ochre tones
• Care: Keep dry. Spot clean with damp cloth only. Store in a cool, dry place.

Designed in England. Handwoven in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam.

The Story

Made in partnership with Ecoka JSC — a BSCI-certified social enterprise providing skilled employment for approximately 500 artisans across rural communities in southern Vietnam. When you buy this bag, you are directly supporting traditional craft, fair wages, and sustainable livelihoods.

In the villages of the Mekong Delta, water hyacinth grows wild along the riverbanks — harvested, dried, and transformed by hand into something beautiful. The artisans at Ecoka JSC have been weaving these plants into objects for generations. When you hold a Lotus bag, you are holding hundreds of individual hand-tied knots, the result of skills passed from parent to child across decades.

Perfect For

• Summer holidays and beach days
• Garden parties and picnics
• City breaks and weekend escapes
• Gifting — beautifully made and thoughtfully considered

Natural variations in colour and weave are inherent to handmade craft — no two bags are ever exactly the same.