What is a Sisal Bag? A Complete Guide to Choosing and Using the Kenyan Ethical Bag that Returns to the Earth
Hello, this is Tsuji from CROSS TRADE.
Recently, I often hear people say things like, "I carry an eco-bag, but it just doesn't feel right," or "I'm looking for an environmentally friendly bag, but I don't know which one to choose."
If you are one of those people, we would like you to know about sisal bags .
Now that plastic bags are causing environmental problems, sisal bags, a natural material that can be recycled, are quietly gaining attention. However, many people may be wondering, "What is sisal?", "Are they really eco-friendly?", and "Aren't they difficult to maintain?"
In this article, we, who started importing and selling African goods in 2023, will tell you everything about sisal bags.
What you'll learn in this article
- What is sisal? (Characteristics of the plant, where it is produced)
- Five reasons to choose sisal bags
- How to care for it to last longer
- How to identify a genuine sisal bag
- How to Choose the Right Sisal Bag for You
1. What is a sisal bag? Basic information
💡Sisal bags hand-woven by Kenyan women
Our sisal bags are handwoven by Kenyan women using traditional techniques. Some of our bags are upcycled sisal, woven with recycled plastic, further enhancing our environmental friendliness.
2. Why Made in Kenya?
🌍 Your choices change the future
If you look at sisal bags made by female artisans in Kenya,
This contributes to both environmental protection and supporting producers.
4. How to identify a genuine sisal bag
📏 Sisal bags available in various sizes and for different purposes
- Daily use/commuting : 10-inch (medium size) A4 compatible
- For shopping : 12-inch (large size) large capacity
- For travel : 8-inch (small size) compact
7. Our recommended sisal bags
🌱 Changing the future with recyclable bags
Genuine sisal bags, hand-woven by Kenyan women.
Your choice helps protect the environment and support producers.
📦 Free shipping on orders over ¥2,980 ｜ 🔄 8-day return guarantee
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Thank you for reading to the end.
I will update again.
Kaoru Tsuji, Representative of CROSS TRADE
