Natural Bilum

Natural Bilum

Bag Number 3328

 

  • The natural fibres are sourced from surrounding vegetation including the Sisal and Pandanus plant, laboriously beaten, twisted into string and then woven. Weavers expertly utilise natural dyes made from plants, ochres and berries to enhance their patterns

  • Medium size body and long strap length

 

Artisan weaver Salome Park, 30, is married with five children. Her eldest daughter, Rachel, 13, has started to learn the craft from her mother after school. Salome’s husband is currently setting up a nature park for tourists in Goroka, meanwhile Salome weaves whenever she can to support the family’s income.

Read more about The Weavers. 

To clean bag; hang in direct sunlight for a couple of hours and then shake out. 

Each piece is completely unique and has been created using natural materials. Exposure to harsh sunlight and water may cause damage.

 

* Adornments sold separately

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