Large Makete Bag

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Markete Hand Crocheted Tote – Tiare by Esther Cooper
Māori & Cook Islands Māori Designer | Upcycled T‑Shirt Yarn | Tivaevae Inspired

A practical yet vibrant market companion, hand-crocheted with aroha. The Markete Tote by Esther Cooper is crafted from upcycled t‑shirt material, transforming discarded textiles into a beautiful, functional everyday bag. The colour palette draws from tivaevae (the Cook Islands tradition of intricate, colourful quilting) bringing the warmth and vibrancy of the Pacific to your weekly shop or daily errands.

Every bag is handmade with love and is completely unique, reflecting the organic nature of hand-crochet and the recycled materials used. Esther, of Māori and Cook Islands Māori (Aitutaki) descent, pours her heritage into every stitch honouring the women in her family who passed down the art of crochet as both an expression of love and a resourceful way to create beauty from what was at hand.

Designed for everyday use. With a tapered shape that offers both style and practicality, this is a bold statement bag for the conscious and mindful consumer.

Product Details

• Designer: Esther Cooper – Tiare label
• Dimensions: Top width 42cm x Base width 23cm x Height 32cm
• Material: Upcycled/recycled t‑shirt yarn
• Colour palette: Vibrant hues inspired by Cook Islands tivaevae
• Handmade: Each tote is one of a kind, crocheted with aroha
• Sustainable: Gives new life to discarded textiles

Why You'll Love It

• A bold, wearable connection to Pacific heritage
• Supports sustainable, slow fashion
• Tapered design for easy carrying
• A unique conversation starter – no two bags are alike
• Ethically handcrafted by a Māori and Cook Islands Māori maker

Discover Tiare by Esther Cooper exclusively at Oyster & Moon – where upcycled threads become heirloom treasures, and every tote carries the spirit of Te Moana Nui-a-Kiwa.