Hambiliya Ladies Purse

This hambiliya ladies purse is a traditional Sri Lankan purse, woven by hand from natural leaves. In the past, women carried it in the folds of the osariya to keep money and small things safe.

Size of the hambiliya ladies purse

The purse is about 3.8 to 5 inches wide and 3.8 to 5 inches long. Because each purse is handmade, the size can vary a little. Therefore it fits notes, coins and small items easily, and it slips into a handbag or a pocket.

Woven from natural leaf

Skilled Sri Lankan craftsmen weave the purse from reed and palm leaf. Moreover, they use dyed leaves to make bright patterns, so the colour and design may differ from the photo. Each purse is therefore a little different.

Many ways to use your hambiliya ladies purse

Use it as a small purse for money, keys or a lipstick, and it also works well as a coin purse. Also, you can carry it with a saree or a traditional dress on special days. In addition, it makes a lovely gift for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year.

Eco friendly and non-toxic

This purse uses natural leaf, and we add no plastic. As a result, it is a safe and eco friendly choice. Besides that, your purchase supports the craftsmen who keep this tradition alive. It also gives you a simple way to carry less plastic in your handbag.

Care instructions

Keep the purse dry after use. Wipe it with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Then let it dry in the open air.

Matching products and island wide delivery

Finally, please see our jute bag and our reed bag. We deliver island wide, and delivery takes about 2 to 3 working days. Watch our YouTube videos to see more eco friendly products.