Block Skin Pik Bilum Pouch by Zipora raffia A modern design

A modern design

This Bilum Pouch is lined with cotton canvas

ochres and berries to enhance their patterns

the Mamari bags feature a natural sisal base together with grass flower adornments finished with freshwater pearls

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

Block Skin Pik Bilum Pouch by Zipora raffia A modern designThe Skin Pik (Block) design is local to Goroka and symbolizes when when women came together to eat, those with higher status were treated to finer parts of the pig, the women of lower status were left to wait. The design speaks of independence and empowerment. This Bilum Pouch is handwoven from wool and acrylic yarn using traditional weaving techniques This clutch is lined with cotton canvas. Model image for size reference.