Popularly known as the golden fibre, jute is one of the highly common natural fiber used to produce a wide variety of commodities. Jute also boasts of being 100% eco-friendly and most economical raw material availed by the handicrafts industry.

West Bengal is the heartland of jute manufacture where this golden fibre is woven, knotted and braided in a variety of ways to produce a splendid assortment of jute fabrics. The craft of putting these fabrics into utility items such as bags of various shapes and sizes has added immense functional value to this natural fibre. These handmade bags are further adorned by blending various crafts with them such as tie and dye, embroidery, patch work etc. Hand block printing, an ancient craft that is in the forefront of fashion scene today, on jute bags has invariably augmented the beauty of these items.

Apart from their unique appearance, the high endurance capacity of jute bags is a major feature that grants them utility in diverse ways. From being used for rough purposes like packing heavy luggage to sophisticated bags used by office goers and college students, handcrafted jute bags make for items suiting every occasion and function.