Pim Mini Straw Shell Handbag

Handwoven Water Hyacinth Bag from Phayao

Every Pim Mini Straw Shell Handbag begins in the river communities of Phayao, Northern Thailand — a place known for its bamboo groves, water channels, and time-honoured craft traditions. The water hyacinth used in this bag grows wild along the riverbanks and is considered both a nuisance and a gift. Local families cut the plants by hand, allowing the rivers to flow more freely while giving purpose to an invasive species.

After harvesting, the fibres are peeled, sun-dried in village courtyards, and softened naturally — a process that can take several days. Nothing is rushed. This process produces a soft, fibrous straw that holds its shape while remaining flexible. This material forms the base for the bag’s shell-like structure. It’s weaving rooted in ecology, community and manual labour — no machinery, no chemicals, no synthetic shortcuts. Just sun, patience, and decades of knowledge passed through generations.

Handmade Straw Shell Bag – No Machines

There’s no production line. No templates. Just hands, straw, and time. Every Pim bag is built from scratch by a single artisan. The weaver begins with a coil base, tightening each row into the curve of the shell using fingertip tension. Wooden forms are sometimes used to support the shape, but the tightening and layering happen entirely by feel. Clearly, this is not uniform manufacturing — it’s intuition-driven craftsmanship. Each artisan introduces slight variances in the wave, colour alignment, and corner shaping. Naturally, that individuality is exactly what makes it beautiful. The handles are fixed by hand, too, wrapped in plant-based cord and sewn directly through the fibre. The final trim is done with scissors and tucked invisibly by hand — no hot-glue, no sealing tape. This attention to finishing is what separates Pim from lookalikes.

In truth, it’s not inspired by handmade — it is handmade, and every stitch reflects the person who shaped it., and every stitch reflects the person who shaped it.

Mini Straw Bag – Lightweight Straw Tote for Travel

The Pim Mini Straw Shell Handbag is designed for ease. It’s compact, but never restrictive. The bag’s rounded belly gives it extra internal space while maintaining a slim outer profile. Most small crossbody bags compromise depth for shape — Pim avoids that. It fits a phone, wallet, keys, lip balm, and a few extras comfortably. Its firm base means it won’t collapse or sag, so contents stay protected.

The dual short handles are built for grab-and-go convenience — just slide it onto your wrist or carry it in-hand. Because it’s made entirely from dried hyacinth, the Pim is featherlight, making it a smart choice for travel. Whether you’re heading to a beachside lunch, city brunch, or quick market stop, it’s the kind of bag that never feels like a burden. Altogether, it’s a mini bag with true function, wrapped in texture and Thai personality.

Colourful Straw Purse – Handwoven and Dyed Naturally

This isn’t a plain neutral. The Pim was designed to pop. Its body is a vibrant mix of soft pink, fresh green, and golden yellow — all interwoven in a rhythm that feels both cheerful and grounded.

Unlike synthetic pigments or printed fabrics, these colours come from nature. The colour comes from botanical sources. We mix and apply each dye batch by hand before weaving begins, which means no two bags ever follow the same pattern. You’ll notice subtle variations — a stronger pink here, a bolder green there — depending on the plants used and how long each strand was soaked.

As a result, it’s an aesthetic that feels alive. The colour doesn’t sit on the surface. It’s woven into the structure. Over time, as the bag ages, the tones mellow into softer versions of themselves. Not faded — evolved. This is colour with memory, not trend.

Curved Straw Shell Bag – Inspired by Nature

The shape of the Pim wasn’t drawn from a sketchpad — it was inspired by the curves of seed pods, river stones, and seashells found near Phayao. The bag’s softly domed silhouette allows it to expand at the base and taper toward the top. This gives it both structure and movement. That’s why it feels more sculptural than stitched — a form our weavers shape through coiling tension and intuitive handwork. The top remains open for easy access, but the tall sides keep contents secure.

Its sculpted base allows the bag to stand on its own without support. Because of its strong base, the Pim won’t slouch or sag — only natural curves shaped with care. For anyone who values tactile design and organic forms, the Pim is something rare: a straw bag that feels more like a sculpted object than a fashion piece.

Vegan Straw Bag – Plastic-Free and Biodegradable

Every element of the Pim is designed to leave no trace. From the hyacinth straw body to the natural-fibre handle wrap, the entire bag is 100% biodegradable and plastic-free. There are no hidden synthetics, no rubber fillers, no factory glues. Even the stitching is done with cotton thread, not nylon. This approach isn’t just aesthetic — it’s ethical. Our artisans craft with materials that are sourced nearby and return to the Earth naturally. Our artisans create the colours using plant-based dyes, and we package each bag plastic-free in a cotton dust bag. As a result, the Pim becomes more than a fashion piece — it’s a sustainable statement. It rejects throwaway culture and embraces thoughtful consumption.

Whether you care about low-waste living, sustainable materials, or ethical fashion, the Pim fits easily into your lifestyle. You can browse more options in our Mini Straw Bag Collection, or view our full range of Handmade Straw Bags. You’ll enjoy using this compact bag for years, thanks to its strong environmental conscience.

Personalised Straw Tote – Custom Options Available

Customers love the Pim not just for its form but for the ways it can be made personal. We offer bespoke options that turn each piece into a keepsake: hand-embroidered initials, dates, or phrases stitched directly into the weave. You can also request lining inserts in contrasting cotton colours or order one in your choice of natural dye — 9 botanical shades available. Add-ons like small inner zip pouches or external bows are also available. We provide a free digital mock-up with every personalised order, so you can approve your customisation before weaving starts. This service makes the Pim ideal for gifting — bridesmaids, baby showers, birthdays, or milestone travel. It’s a way of creating something uniquely yours, not just buying a bag. You may need to allow up to 14 additional days for custom options. But what you receive is more than a product — it’s personal.

You can see more examples in our Personalised Straw Bags Collection.

Straw Bag Delivery – EMS Global Express Shipping

All Pim bags are shipped using EMS Global Express — our trusted, tracked courier service. After passing quality control, our team packs each bag into a soft cotton dust bag and seals it in an eco-protective box. We send each customer a tracking number as soon as we dispatch their parcel from Thailand. Most international deliveries arrive in 5–7 working days across the UK, USA, Australia, and Europe.

Remote areas may take slightly longer. We insure every parcel and request a signature upon arrival.

If you’re ordering as a gift or on a tight deadline, our live chat team can help you choose the best option. The excitement of receiving a Pim doesn’t stop at the design — it continues with every step of the delivery.. The excitement of receiving a Pim doesn’t stop at the design — it extends to every stage of the delivery experience.

Eco-Friendly Straw Bag – Honest Transparent Pricing

Unlike mass-market brands, we don’t hide shipping fees inside the price. We charge fairly and transparently, using live EMS rates calculated by weight. The Pim typically falls into our lowest shipping tier due to its light weight.

In many cases, customers order two mini bags for the same rate. There are no surprise handling charges or inflated courier add-ons. We believe that honest pricing builds trust — and reflects our respect for customers. Ultimately, the value of this bag lies in its hours of work, its natural materials, and its low-impact production. We account for everything you see — no gimmicks, no shortcuts. We also include the cotton wrap and eco box as part of your order, not an extra. Premium product, personal service, no games. To explore more sustainable options, visit our Eco-Friendly and Natural Bags Collection. It’s all part of the Straw Bag Company’s commitment to fair trade, environmental care, and beautiful transparency.

Sustainable Straw Handbag – Empowering Thai Women

The Pim is more than a woven shell. It’s a form of support. Every purchase helps provide ongoing work to rural Thai women who weave from home — mothers, carers, older women, and those with mobility needs. These aren’t factories or sweatshops — they’re homes and community spaces filled with laughter, radio music, and quiet focus.

We reinvest 15% of all profits directly into the artisan villages we work with. We use those funds to support school fees, healthcare, supplies, and weaving apprenticeships for young girls. This model is built on dignity, not charity.

Therefore, every Pim bag carries that purpose. It reflects community, care, and the value of work. Because of this, when you carry one, you support more than craft — you strengthen a whole village economy.

Thai Straw Bag – A Handwoven Story

Every line of weave tells a story. Not just about craft — but about climate, ecology, tradition, and trust. The Pim Mini Straw Shell Handbag is the kind of eco-friendly straw bag that gets noticed — not for being loud, but for being different. Specifically, its shape, feel, and texture all carry a quiet confidence. — not for being loud, but for being different. Its shape, its feel, its texture — they all carry a kind of quiet confidence. Above all, it appeals to conscious buyers, design lovers, minimalists, and thoughtful gift-givers alike. Whether you’re packing it for a city break, gifting it to a friend, or displaying it as part of a thoughtful lifestyle — it adapts.

The Pim delivers functionality without fuss, style without flash, and ethics without compromise.

It’s functional without fuss, stylish without flash, and ethical without compromise. Most of all, it makes people ask, “Where did you get that?”

And that’s where the story starts. It starts with a single plant in a riverside Thai village, shaped by hand and sent across the world. Therefore, that’s the power of this bag — simple, proud, and honest. Our artisans begin with a plant and shape it by hand, and ends in your hands — ready to carry stories of its own.