Tote Bags

Our African Baule Cloth Bags are a thing of beauty. Inspired by Creative Director Amal Wilemon's love for African textiles, we stitch each bag from no less than ten different hand-dyed Baule Cloths from Côte D’Ivoire.

Hand-stitched in our Maker Studio located in Maai Mahiu, Kenya, each bag is unique and one of a kind. What's more, your bag is eternally connected to other bags made with parts of the same Baule Cloth. What we love about this is that this bag connects each of its owners to what it means to #liveubuntu, a manifestation of the interconnected nature of our shared humanity, each woven to the other, living boldly and beautifully into the world!

• Size: 18" x 16", strap drop 7"
• Due to its unique nature, each piece will vary slightly.
• We do not recommend laundering textiles. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. 
• Every product supports meaningful, full-time employment in Kenya!

We are all about LOVE, and we absolutely LOVE the latest addition to our best-selling Kuba Go-To tote⁠—a red beaded LOVE detail. Grab yours and spread the LOVE!

Say hello to your new everyday bag! The Go-To tote is perfect for heading out to work or for a weekend stroll to the farmers market. The leather straps fit comfortably over your shoulder, making it easy to transition from Summer to Fall. You will make your entrance into any room with our bold, hand screen printed Kuba print. 

The inspiration of our Kuba Cloth bag collection is to take a historical print & give it new life through the beautiful people working at Ubuntu Life. Kuba cloth is a unique textile from the Democratic Republic of the Congo known for its elaborate & complex design. We are proud to showcase this historical pattern using a modern approach while each step is done by hand. 

• 100% Natural cotton canvas
• Hand screen printed Kuba Cloth pattern
• Lead-free water-based inks used for silk screen printing
• Magnetic button closure
• Internal zipper pocket with YKK zipper closure to secure smaller essential items
• All leather straps & trims are sourced from one of Kenya's finest & oldest tanneries
• The roomy main compartment comfortably fits your notebook, 13" laptop & water bottle, or your weekend farmer’s market haul! 
• A symbolic 36° diagonal stitch which represents our factory location in Kenya is located on the front
• Hand beaded tab made by our Maasai Maker Mums
• Every product supports meaningful, full-time employment in Kenya 
• Please note - Each Kuba Cloth pattern varies in each product due to the handmade nature - they are uniquely different JUST LIKE YOU!
• 17" H X 13" W  +  9" strap drop

Care instructions:

To spot treat, wet the Wash & Stain Bar and gently work into the stained area(s). Remove soap and dirt with a wet Lint-Free Cleaning Cloth—be sure to remove all soap. Dampen the cloth as needed, and repeat the process until satisfied.

If necessary, gently wipe your print with a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with water. Never use chemicals to clean your print. When doing so ensure that all leather parts are carefully protected from water.

Say hello to your new everyday bag! The Go-To tote is perfect for heading out to work or for a weekend stroll to the farmers market. The leather straps fit comfortably over your shoulder, making it easy to transition from Summer to Fall. You will make your entrance into any room with our bold, hand screen printed Kuba print. 

The inspiration of our Kuba bag collection is to take a historical print & give it new life through the beautiful people working at Ubuntu Life. Kuba cloth is a unique textile from the Democratic Republic of the Congo known for its elaborate & complex design. We are proud to showcase this historical pattern using a modern approach while each step is done by hand. 

• 100% Natural cotton canvas
• Hand screen printed Kuba Cloth pattern
• Lead-free water-based inks used for silk screen printing
• Magnetic button closure
• Internal zipper pocket with YKK zipper closure to secure smaller essential items
• All leather straps & trims are sourced from one of Kenya's finest & oldest tanneries
• The roomy main compartment comfortably fits your notebook, 13" laptop & water bottle, or your weekend farmer’s market haul! 
• A symbolic 36° diagonal stitch which represents our factory location in Kenya is located on the front
• Hand beaded tab made by our Maasai Maker Mums
• Every product supports meaningful, full-time employment in Kenya 
• Please note - Each Kuba Cloth pattern varies in each product due to the handmade nature - they are uniquely different JUST LIKE YOU!
• 17" H X 13" W  +  9" strap drop

Care instructions:

To spot treat, wet the Wash & Stain Bar and gently work into the stained area(s). Remove soap and dirt with a wet Lint-Free Cleaning Cloth—be sure to remove all soap. Dampen the cloth as needed, and repeat the process until satisfied.

If necessary, gently wipe your print with a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with water. Never use chemicals to clean your print. When doing so ensure that all leather parts are carefully protected from water.

Say hello to your new everyday bag! The Go-To tote is perfect for heading out to work or for a weekend stroll to the farmer's market. The leather straps fit comfortably over your shoulder, making it easy to transition from Summer to Fall. You will make your entrance into any room with our bold, hand screen printed Zebra print. 

• 100% Natural cotton canvas
• Hand screen printed Zebra pattern
• Lead-free water-based inks used for silk screen printing
• Magnetic button closure
• Internal zipper pocket with YKK zipper closure to secure smaller essential items
• All leather straps & trims are sourced from one of Kenya's finest & oldest tanneries
• The roomy main compartment comfortably fits your notebook, 13" laptop & water bottle, or your weekend farmer’s market haul! 
• A symbolic 36° diagonal stitch which represents our factory location in Kenya is located on the front
• Hand beaded tab made by our Maasai Maker Mums
• Every product supports meaningful, full-time employment in Kenya 
• Please note - Each Zebra pattern varies in each product due to the handmade nature - they are uniquely different JUST LIKE YOU!
• 17" H X 13" W  +  9" strap drop

Care instructions:

To spot treat, wet the Wash & Stain Bar and gently work into the stained area(s). Remove soap and dirt with a wet Lint-Free Cleaning Cloth—be sure to remove all soap. Dampen the cloth as needed, and repeat the process until satisfied.

If necessary, gently wipe your print with a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with water. Never use chemicals to clean your print. When doing so ensure that all leather parts are carefully protected from water.

Say hello to your new everyday bag! The Go-To tote is perfect for heading out to work or for a weekend stroll to the farmers market. The leather straps fit comfortably over your shoulder, making it easy to transition from Summer to Fall. You will make your entrance into any room with our bold, hand screen printed Kuba print. 

The inspiration of our Kuba bag collection is to take a historical print & give it new life through the beautiful people working in Ubuntu Life. Kuba cloth is a unique textile from the Democratic Republic of the Congo known for its elaborate & complex design. We are proud to showcase this historical pattern using a modern approach while each step is done by hand. 

• 100% Natural cotton canvas
• Hand screen printed Kuba Cloth pattern
• Lead-free water-based inks used for silk screen printing
• Magnetic button closure
• Internal zipper pocket with YKK zipper closure to secure smaller essential items
• All leather straps & trims are sourced from one of Kenya's finest & oldest tanneries
• The roomy main compartment comfortably fits your notebook, 13" laptop & water bottle, or your weekend farmer’s market haul! 
• A symbolic 36° diagonal stitch which represents our factory location in Kenya is located on the front
• Hand beaded tab made by our Maasai Maker Mums
• Every product supports meaningful, full-time employment in Kenya 
• Please note - Each Kuba Cloth pattern varies in each product due to the handmade nature - they are uniquely different JUST LIKE YOU!
• 17" H X 13" W  +  9" strap drop

Care instructions:

To spot treat, wet the Wash & Stain Bar and gently work into the stained area(s). Remove soap and dirt with a wet Lint-Free Cleaning Cloth—be sure to remove all soap. Dampen the cloth as needed, and repeat the process until satisfied.

If necessary, gently wipe your print with a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with water. Never use chemicals to clean your print. When doing so ensure that all leather parts are carefully protected from water.

 Say hello to your new everyday bag! The Go-To tote is perfect for heading out to work or for a weekend stroll to the farmer's market. The leather straps fit comfortably over your shoulder, making it easy to transition from Summer to Fall. You will make your entrance into any room with our bold, hand screen printed Zebra print. 

• 100% Natural cotton canvas
• Hand screen printed Zebra pattern
• Lead-free water-based inks used for silk screen printing
• Magnetic button closure
• Internal zipper pocket with YKK zipper closure to secure smaller essential items
• All leather straps & trims are sourced from one of Kenya's finest & oldest tanneries
• The roomy main compartment comfortably fits your notebook, 13" laptop & water bottle, or your weekend farmer’s market haul! 
• A symbolic 36° diagonal stitch which represents our factory location in Kenya is located on the front
• Hand beaded tab made by our Maasai Maker Mums
• Every product supports meaningful, full-time employment in Kenya 
• Please note - Each Zebra Cloth pattern varies in each product due to the handmade nature - they are uniquely different JUST LIKE YOU!
• 17" H X 13" W  +  9" strap drop

Care instructions:

To spot treat, wet the Wash & Stain Bar and gently work into the stained area(s). Remove soap and dirt with a wet Lint-Free Cleaning Cloth—be sure to remove all soap. Dampen the cloth as needed, and repeat the process until satisfied.

If necessary, gently wipe your print with a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with water. Never use chemicals to clean your print. When doing so ensure that all leather parts are carefully protected from water.

• 100% Natural cotton canvas tote bag
• Two durable over-the-shoulder straps
• A roomy main compartment to hold all your essentials. Perfect to roll up as an extra bag while traveling or take with you to the grocery store! 
• A smaller inside pocket to hold your keys & wallets for easy access. 
• Hand screen printed graphic
• Lead-free water-based inks used for silk screen printing
• Dimensions: 15" L x 14"W, strap drop 12"

• 100% Natural cotton canvas tote bag
• Two durable over-the-shoulder straps
• A roomy main compartment to hold all your essentials. Perfect to roll up as an extra bag while traveling or take with you to the grocery store! 
• A smaller inside pocket to hold your keys & wallets for easy access. 
• Hand screen printed graphic
• Lead-free water-based inks used for silk screen printing
• Dimensions: 15" L x 14"W, strap drop 12"

Say hello to your new everyday bag! The Go-To tote is perfect for heading out to work or for a weekend stroll to the farmers market. The leather straps fit comfortably over your shoulder, making it easy to transition from Summer to Fall. You will make your entrance into any room with our bold, hand screen printed Kuba print. 

The inspiration of our Kuba bag collection is to take a historical print & give it new life through the beautiful people working in Ubuntu Life. Kuba cloth is a unique textile from the Democratic Republic of the Congo known for its elaborate & complex design. We are proud to showcase this historical pattern using a modern approach while each step is done by hand. 

• 100% Natural cotton canvas
• Hand screen printed Kuba Cloth pattern
• Lead-free water-based inks used for silk screen printing
• Magnetic button closure
• Internal zipper pocket with YKK zipper closure to secure smaller essential items
• All leather straps & trims are sourced from one of Kenya's finest & oldest tanneries
• The roomy main compartment comfortably fits your notebook, 13" laptop & water bottle, or your weekend farmer’s market haul! 
• A symbolic 36° diagonal stitch which represents our factory location in Kenya is located on the front
• Hand beaded tab made by our Maasai Maker Mums
• Every product supports meaningful, full-time employment in Kenya 
• Please note - Each Kuba Cloth pattern varies in each product due to the handmade nature - they are uniquely different JUST LIKE YOU!
• 17" H X 13" W  +  9" strap drop

Care instructions:

To spot treat, wet the Wash & Stain Bar and gently work into the stained area(s). Remove soap and dirt with a wet Lint-Free Cleaning Cloth—be sure to remove all soap. Dampen the cloth as needed, and repeat the process until satisfied.

If necessary, gently wipe your print with a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with water. Never use chemicals to clean your print. When doing so ensure that all leather parts are carefully protected from water.

Earth Day is almost here, and to celebrate our universal mother, we’re launching a new collection of bags and pouches made from repurposed canvas and featuring some of our favorite creatures, with the proceeds going toward the Porini Gamewatchers conservancy.

Each bag in our Earth Day collection is 100% vegan natural canvas and features some of our favorite critters—elephants, giraffes, and zebras—on the front and back. This bag is hand screen-printed with lead-free water-based ink. 

• Tote bag dimensions: 15" L x 14"W, strap drop 12"

Care instructions:

• To spot treat, wet the Wash & Stain Bar and gently work into the stained area(s). Remove soap and dirt with a wet Lint-Free Cleaning Cloth—be sure to remove all soap. Dampen the cloth as needed, and repeat the process until satisfied.
• If necessary, gently wipe your print with a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with water. Never use chemicals to clean your print. 

Earth Day is almost here, and to celebrate our universal mother, we’re launching a new collection of bags and pouches made from repurposed canvas and featuring some of our favorite creatures, with the proceeds going toward the Porini Gamewatchers conservancy.

Each bag in our Earth Day collection is 100% vegan natural canvas and features some of our favorite critters—elephants, giraffes, and zebras—on the front and back. This bag is hand screen-printed with lead-free water-based ink. 

• Tote bag dimensions: 15" L x 14"W, strap drop 12"

Care instructions:

• To spot treat, wet the Wash & Stain Bar and gently work into the stained area(s). Remove soap and dirt with a wet Lint-Free Cleaning Cloth—be sure to remove all soap. Dampen the cloth as needed, and repeat the process until satisfied.
• If necessary, gently wipe your print with a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with water. Never use chemicals to clean your print. 

Earth Day is almost here, and to celebrate our universal mother, we’re launching a new collection of bags and pouches made from repurposed canvas and featuring some of our favorite creatures, with the proceeds going toward the Porini Gamewatchers conservancy.

Each bag in our Earth Day collection is 100% vegan natural canvas and features some of our favorite critters—elephants, giraffes, and zebras—on the front and back. This bag is hand screen-printed with lead-free water-based ink. 

• Tote bag dimensions: 15" L x 14"W, strap drop 12"

Care instructions:

• To spot treat, wet the Wash & Stain Bar and gently work into the stained area(s). Remove soap and dirt with a wet Lint-Free Cleaning Cloth—be sure to remove all soap. Dampen the cloth as needed, and repeat the process until satisfied.
• If necessary, gently wipe your print with a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with water. Never use chemicals to clean your print. 

Earth Day is almost here, and to celebrate our universal mother, we’re launching a new collection of bags and pouches made from repurposed canvas and featuring some of our favorite creatures, with the proceeds going toward the Porini Gamewatchers conservancy.

Each bag in our Earth Day collection is 100% vegan natural canvas and features some of our favorite critters—elephants, giraffes, and zebras—on the front and back. This bag is hand screen-printed with lead-free water-based ink. 

• Tote bag dimensions: 15" L x 14"W, strap drop 12"

Care instructions:

• To spot treat, wet the Wash & Stain Bar and gently work into the stained area(s). Remove soap and dirt with a wet Lint-Free Cleaning Cloth—be sure to remove all soap. Dampen the cloth as needed, and repeat the process until satisfied.
• If necessary, gently wipe your print with a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with water. Never use chemicals to clean your print.