Mexican mercado bags are made by weaving plastic tape onto a wooden mold, similar to weaving a basket.
All products are produced by hand by basket makers and prison inmates.

Plastic tape is recycled plastic made from plastic bottle caps.
We collect plastic bottle caps from all over Mexico, melt them down, add color to them, process them into string, and reuse them.

The main production areas for Mercado bags are Oaxaca and Guadalajara. The tape from Guadalajara that we have selected is a little thicker than the one from Oaxaca. It stands on its own when placed on the floor and is characterized by its sturdy construction. It looks more like a basket.

The main feature of vinyl material is that it is washable. You can use it for shopping or takeout on rainy days without worrying about getting it dirty.
If you're at the gym or swimming and don't feel comfortable putting wet items in your bag, this bag will do the trick. Even if sand gets in it, you can wash it off in the shower, making it perfect for leisure activities such as parks and beaches.

One of the reliable things about vinyl is that it's durable enough that the bottom won't sink even when you put a lot of things in it. It doesn't lose its shape, so it looks smart even when the contents increase.

It can also be used as a storage basket in your room.
The small size can be hung in the kitchen with an S-shaped hook and stored in storage bags or eco bags. The large size can be placed in the living room and used to store various things in the room, such as magazines, cloth items such as blankets, and toy containers, creating a cute-looking interior.

The Mercado bag is a bag that combines design and practicality and can be used in a variety of situations in daily life.

I have written about the capacity of each size and the background behind how the bags are made on my blog .

・It will be shipped folded. Please adjust the shape with your hands after opening.

Country of origin

Made in Mexico

size

Approx. Height 27cm Width 25cm Depth 13cm Handle height 14cm

Materials and care methods

No recycled plastic lining.

・Daily care You can keep it clean by wiping away dirt and dust with a damp cloth. It can be washed with water in the shower , but please be careful not to scrub it with a brush as it will leave scratches.
・Please be careful as the end of the tape may be sharp.
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postage

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