At Nat² + Co., heritage meets street through handcrafted mochilas made in collaboration with over 50 skilled artisans from the Wayuu Indigenous tribe of La Guajira, Colombia. Each piece blends ancestral design with modern styling, showcasing bold patterns, rich symbolism, and the spirit of slow-made craftsmanship.
Earth Grid — One-Thread Wayuu Tote
(Strong, architectural, neutral. Feels intentional without being trendy.)
Description
Handwoven by Wayuu artisans in La Guajira, Colombia, the Earth Grid Tote is crafted using a traditional one-thread weaving technique, where each color change is built slowly and deliberately into the design. This method requires exceptional precision and time, resulting in crisp geometric lines and a dense, durable textile.
The repeating grid pattern draws from Wayuu visual language—symbolizing order, connection, and balance—while the warm earth tones make this tote effortlessly wearable year-round. Finished with woven shoulder straps and hand-tied tassels, it’s a versatile everyday piece that carries both function and meaning.
Each tote is one of a kind, shaped by the hands and rhythm of the artisan who wove it.
Details
One-thread Wayuu weave
Handwoven in La Guajira, Colombia
Structured cylindrical tote silhouette
Woven shoulder straps
Hand-tied tassels
Approx. medium–large tote size (fits daily essentials)
Each piece is unique