Steps Bilum Tote by Lina mini thoughtfully handcrafted in small editions

thoughtfully handcrafted in small editions

their home

The story behind the Diamond design is rich in culture and is held dear to the women of Papua New Guinea

The Zig Zag or Snake pattern is one loved by many weavers and speaks to the belief that some ancestors take the form of snakes

please handle with care

Steps Bilum Tote by Lina mini thoughtfully handcrafted in small editionsThe Steps pattern is inspired by a woman's daily journey up the mountain steps. Everyday she comes down the steps to collect water and the things that she needs to sustain her family. She carries them back up to her house on the mountain side, sometimes walking alone and sometimes with friends. They share stories and laugh, bringing joy to a task that would otherwise be hard. The natural fibres are sourced from surrounding vegetation including the