Carry tradition. Wear art. Tell a story.
These Wayuu Mochila Bags are hand-crocheted in Colombia by Wayuu Indigenous artisan Sandra Aguilar and her family. Vibrant, durable and deeply symbolic, each bag is a wearable piece of culture, woven with meaning and identity. A bold expression of craftsmanship designed for everyday life.
Product Features:
- Hand-crocheted craftsmanship — made using traditional Wayuu weaving techniques
- Highly durable construction — over 5,000 stitches per bag for strength and longevity
- Spacious & practical — approx. 30 cm (H) × 35 cm (W) for everyday essentials
- Lightweight & comfortable — easy to carry for daily use or travel
- Naturally dyed yarns — rich colours inspired by nature and cultural symbolism
The Craft Story
These bags are handcrafted in the Ishipaa Community, La Guajira Desert, Colombia, by Wayuu artisan Sandra Aguilar and her family. Wayuu weaving is rooted in ancestral belief — legend tells of a sacred spider who taught women the art of weaving, a tradition that continues today.
Each mochila takes up to three weeks to complete, with artisans hand-crocheting more than 5,000 stitches into intricate geometric patterns. Every design reflects dreams, identity and connection to nature, making each bag a deeply personal and cultural expression.
Learn more about Sandra Aguilar, here.
Your Impact with Every Purchase:
- Your purchase directly supports Wayuu artisan Sandra Aguilar and her community
- Preserves Indigenous weaving traditions rooted in storytelling and identity
- Every piece is unique — small-batch and never mass-produced
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These Wayuu Mochila Bags make a powerful and lasting gift. Pair with Wayuu clutches or artisan accessories for a complete Casa Bonita set.
Wholesale
Interested in stocking Wayuu Mochila Bags in your store?
Casa Bonita can create a collection to suit the aesthetic of your store. Casa Bonita offers wholesale pricing at 50% off RRP with a minimum order of $300 AUD
Explore wholesale partnership opportunities here
Product Care
- Machine washable on a cold, delicate cycle
- Air dry naturally to maintain shape and colour
- Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight
- Care note: reshape gently after washing to maintain structure
Handcrafted Variation Note
Each piece is handcrafted individually, meaning slight variations in tone, texture and measurement (up to 20%) are a natural part of the process — and what makes your piece entirely your own. This is not considered a fault.
Natural Luxe | Artisan Crafted | Uniquely Yours
You can now order your favourite products directly from Casa Bonita Artisan partners. Through our pre-order model, we ensure sustainable, small-batch production — delivering beauty with purpose, empowering women, and preserving cultural heritage.
- Choose your product: Select your preferred design and colourway.
- Confirm your pre-order: We coordinate with our Artisan partners for small-batch production.
- Production & care: Each product is crafted with natural fibres and meticulous finishing.
- Quality assurance: Every product is checked for durability and premium presentation.
- Dispatch & tracking: We share tracking details once your order ships.
- Celebrate impact: Your purchase empowers Artisans and preserves cultural legacy.
Transit Times
- Approximately 4 weeks: Assorted colours of handwoven Iraca Palm and Wayuu collections.
- Approximately 8 weeks: Black Clay / La Chamba and Crochet Fique collections.
Pre-order items are crafted to order and shipped from our Artisan partners.
Wholesale & Corporate Enquiries
Partner with Casa Bonita
Co-design with our Artisan partners directly, or co-curate a sustainable bespoke range for your gallery, museum, resort, or concept store. Every collaboration celebrates cultural legacy and empowers women through conscious craftsmanship.
Wholesale Features
- Custom assortments and colourways available
- Recommended MOQs for volume pricing
- Product labels with Artisan Story Cards included
Transit Times
- Approximately 4 weeks: Assorted colours of handwoven Iraca Palm, Wayuu collections, and some hand-crochet Fique products.
- Approximately 8 weeks: Black Clay / La Chamba and crochet Fique collections.
Traditional Wayuu weaving
Dimensions
Shoulder bag Large: H30cm W36cm D20cm.
Due to the artisan nature of this product, size and shape may vary