Behind every handmade raffia bag lies a long and precise process. One that cannot be rushed, automated or standardized.
Understanding how a raffia bag is made is essential to understanding its value — not only in terms of craftsmanship, but also in time, skill and intention.
— Harvesting and Preparing the Raffia Fiber
The process begins with the raffia palm. Once harvested, the leaves are dried naturally under the sun, then split into thin strands.
These strands are softened and sorted by hand. At this stage, color variations already appear — a natural signature of the fiber.
— Hand Weaving: The Core of the Craft
The weaving itself is entirely manual. Each Good People artisan works strand by strand, controlling tension, rhythm and density.
This step alone can take several days depending on the bag:
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size
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weaving technique
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level of detail
There is no shortcut here. Precision comes from experience, not machines.
— Shaping the Bag
Once woven, the bag is shaped and structured by hand. Handles, edges and reinforcements are carefully integrated into the weave.
Unlike industrial bags, the structure of Good People bags comes from the technique itself — not from hidden plastic or synthetic layers.
— Finishing Details
Final steps include:
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trimming excess fibers
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reinforcing stress points
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adding lining or hardware if required
Each bag is inspected individually. Small variations are not flaws — they are proof of handwork.
— Why Every Handmade Raffia Bag Is Unique
Because every step is manual, no two bags are identical. Slight differences in weave, tension or tone are inevitable — and intentional.
A handmade raffia bag is not a product. It is a piece.
— Time as a Luxury
In a world of fast fashion, time has become a luxury. At Good People, we choose to work slowly, because quality cannot be accelerated.
👉 Discover our collection of handmade raffia bags, crafted patiently, one piece at a time.
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