Our Story
From Guatemala to your home — one handwoven bag at a time.
La Canasta Co was born from a love of Guatemalan craftsmanship and a belief that everyday objects should be both beautiful and built to last. Our handwoven basket bags are made by skilled artisans using recycled plastic — a material that is surprisingly soft to the touch, yet nearly indestructible.
"Imagine a bag that is nearly indestructible and that can be washed with soap and water in your sink!"
Each bag takes hours to weave, following techniques passed down through generations. The result is a piece of functional art — a bag that can haul your groceries, carry your wet suits and towels from a day at the beach, pack items for your trip, be your laundry basket, or picnic basket on vacay. All while being worthy of hanging on your wall as authentic Guatemalan art.
Our Commitment
- Fair wages for artisans. We work directly with weaving cooperatives to ensure every artisan is paid fairly for their extraordinary skill.
- Sustainable materials. Our bags are woven from recycled plastic, giving new life to materials that would otherwise end up in landfills.
- Lifetime guarantee. We stand behind every bag. If it ever fails, we will make it right.
Wholesale
Interested in carrying La Canasta in your store? We are expanding our wholesale program and are now available on Faire. For direct wholesale inquiries, please contact us.