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Ate grass handbag, ‘Summer Scallops’
Posted by Novica on 11 Oct 2008 | Tagged as: balinese natural handbags, handbags boutique, novica
A scalloped edge adds whimsy to an informal summer handbag. Ketut Wida weaves the piece by hand from ate grass, a durable grass that thrives on the islands of Indonesia. Dried and treated extensively, the fiber is burnished to accentuate its natural tones.
Natural fibers handbag, ‘Waves and Flowers’
Posted by Novica on 29 Sep 2008 | Tagged as: balinese natural handbags, handbags boutique, novica
Enchanting zigzags frame the central design of this handbag, where diamonds explode amid florid leaves. Ketut Wida weaves the piece by hand from local ate grass, which has been burnished to accentuate superb natural tones.
Ate and leather handbag, ‘Coco-Pink’
Posted by Novica on 01 May 2008 | Tagged as: balinese natural handbags, handbags boutique, novica
Bali’s natural treasures and legendary traditions converge in the design of this extraordinary handbag. The design is by Nengah Danantara, who weaves the bag by hand from ate grass. Discs carved from coconut shell adorn the bag and make a harmonious contrast to the bag’s bright pink ikat weave lining. Long thin leather straps complete the elegant allure of Danantara’s original creation.
Ate grass handbag, ‘Boxy Bag’ (large)
Posted by Novica on 28 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: balinese natural handbags, handbags boutique, novica
Working in tightly-woven ate grass, Ketut Wida Haryat creates a beautiful handbag. Its rectangular shape is contemporary and sophisticated. A durable grass that thrives on the islands of Indonesia, ate is said to last 100 years.
Natural fibers handbag, ‘Fretwork Fantasy
Posted by Novica on 28 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: balinese natural handbags, handbags boutique, novica
This handbag by Nengah Danantara takes the shape of a keranjang, or “basket.” It features an airy design, its open zigzags complementing the texture of the ate grass. An extremely strong Balinese grass, it is said to last 100 years. Danantara favors the beautiful natural fiber because it is resistant to water, heat and insects.
Ate and leather backpack, ‘Fashion Fun’
Posted by Novica on 25 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: balinese natural handbags, handbags boutique, novica
Balinese designer Nengah Danantara creates the ideal backpack for warm weather fashions. He weaves the bag by hand from ate grass, suggesting honeycomb patterns to adorn the bag’s front. A hoop and button close the bag, which travels on leather straps.
Leather and ate shoulder bag, ‘Nature in Harmony’
Posted by Novica on 24 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: balinese natural handbags, handbags boutique, novica
Nature loves harmony and finds it through Nengah Danantara’s imaginative creations. For this extraordinary shoulder bag, the Balinese designer combines hand-woven ate with fine mahogany, delicately carved into a floral bouquet. The bag elegantly hangs from quality leather and closes with a woven button to complete the design’s exotic grandeur.
Ate grass handbag, ‘Diamond Constellation’
Posted by Novica on 23 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: balinese natural handbags, handbags boutique, novica
Rich with natural elegance, this handbag holds within the charm of Bali’s basketry tradition. The design is by Nengah Danantara, who weaves the basket by hand of genuine ate leaves. This versatile piece is embellished with a diamond constellation.
Handbag, ‘Sukerni’
Posted by Novica on 23 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: balinese natural handbags, handbags boutique, novica
Intricate texture and natural color distinguish this beautiful handbag by Nengah Danantara. Tightly woven of Balinese ate grass, it features a button closure and comfortably long strap. Ate is a strong natural fiber, favored by Danantara because it is resistant to water, heat and insects. Sukerni is a popular girl’s name in Bali.
Ate grass and leather handbag, ‘Spring Butterfly’
Posted by Novica on 21 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: balinese natural handbags, handbags boutique, novica
A butterfly brings beauty to this spring green handbag. Ketut Wida Haryat shapes the image with iron studs and adds a base of finely-woven ate grass. A durable grass that thrives on the islands of Indonesia, ate is said to last 100 years.