Fruta Handbag is created entirely with a crochet needle — a technique that requires an extraordinary level of expertise to manipulate the sturdy Fique (natural hemp) fiber into a soft, functional form. Fruta is a masterfully hand-crocheted small handbag that balances architectural structure with organic softness. Made from resilient, sustainable fique, its seamless U-shape and integrated handles are designed for your daily essentials — a compact piece of wearable history.
Dimensions
38 × 22 × 0 cm (L x W x H)
Material
Hemp fiber
Artisan
Soledad Torres — Simacota, Santander
Born into a lineage of weavers, Soledad grew up watching her mother craft the fique baskets and fishing nets that sustained their family. In 2001, she transformed that ancestral trade into her own workshop. Today, she leads a collective of 17 women who weave from their homes — turning a traditional livelihood into a living symbol of independence and cultural continuity.
Care
Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve shape and color.
Fruta Handbag is created entirely with a crochet needle — a technique that requires an extraordinary level of expertise to manipulate the sturdy Fique (natural hemp) fiber into a soft, functional form. Fruta is a masterfully hand-crocheted small handbag that balances architectural structure with organic softness. Made from resilient, sustainable fique, its seamless U-shape and integrated handles are designed for your daily essentials — a compact piece of wearable history.
Dimensions
38 × 22 × 0 cm (L x W x H)
Material
Hemp fiber
Artisan
Soledad Torres — Simacota, Santander
Born into a lineage of weavers, Soledad grew up watching her mother craft the fique baskets and fishing nets that sustained their family. In 2001, she transformed that ancestral trade into her own workshop. Today, she leads a collective of 17 women who weave from their homes — turning a traditional livelihood into a living symbol of independence and cultural continuity.
Care
Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve shape and color.
