Bengali Embroidery Sampler Pouch

A small pouch with a big stitch story

This hand-embroidered pouch is inspired by traditional embroidery sampler books, where stitches are practiced, named, and passed down. The surface is densely stitched with a variety of embroidery techniques, worked in bright, contrasting colors and labeled in Bengali script—a quiet nod to learning, record-keeping, and craft history.

The cotton fabric is hand-woven, giving the pouch a soft structure and subtle texture you won’t find in machine-woven cloth. We love it because it’s both practical and meaningful.

Details

• Hand-woven cotton pouch
• Hand embroidery with sampler-style stitch motifs
• Fairly traded*
• Zipper closure
• Dimensions: 5.5" × 8" (14 × 20.5 cm)

Materials

• 100% cotton fabric
• Cotton embroidery thread
• Zipper trim from Swarovski (Bangladesh)

Made in Bangladesh

* About the Maker

People Tree is a pioneer of fair-trade fashion, working with artisan groups across Asia, Africa, and South America. Their partnerships support traditional handcrafts—including weaving and embroidery—while prioritizing ethical labor practices, sustainable materials, and long-term economic stability for makers.