Diamond Bilum Crossbody by Florence mini She carries them back up

She carries them back up to her house on the mountain side

Note: All bags are handmade and therefore vary slightly in size

those with higher status were treated to finer parts of the pig

Featuring a tassel and pom pom design

an artisan collective based along Papua New Guinea’s Sepik River

Diamond Bilum Crossbody by Florence mini She carries them back upThe story behind the Diamond design is rich in culture and is held dear to the women of Papua New Guinea, not only is it a symbol of abundance and prosperity, traditionally in Goroka it is given to a newly wed as a sign of wealth and prosperity for their new married life. This Bilum is handwoven from acrylic and wool yarn as well as up cycled knitwear using traditional weaving techniques. All adornments sold separately.