Ditch the plastic bag, if you haven't already. Go for the Secret Shopping Bag instead.

These happy faces belong to sewers in India who are experiencing a unique opportunity not only to earn and income but also to develop their business skills producing foldable shopping bag, known as The Secret Shopping Bag.

Measuring 60cm x 40cm each, the bags are made from high quality kalamkari cotton fabric in over 30 unique designs, from block prints to a plain and patterned denim range and have proved popular not only internationally but also to the local Indian market.

Secret Pillow Projects are working with their Maker Groups to empower each member to drive their own sales, gain orders and even set up their own businesses through Secret Projects Sales Training Workshops. In supporting women in the Marker Groups, they provide training and empower them with skills to generate an income to support themselves and their families.  To order the Secret Shopping Bag and to find out more how to support Secret Projects, go to their website.