Charcha Upcycled Tote Bag | Newspaper Textile Tote with Denim Handles | Zipper Closure | Handmade by Scrapshala

raving your next city stroll, office day, or street shopping spree? The CHARCHA Upcycled Tote Bag by Scrapshala is your perfect everyday carry, crafted for conscious living, functional storage, and effortless styling.

Made from upcycled newspaper textile (a timeless symbol of “Charcha”  buzz and daily stories in India), this tote turns waste into wearable utility. It features blue denim handles, a full-length metal zipper closure, and multiple side pockets for keeping your essentials organised.

Using traditional handloom and charkha techniques, skilled women artisans convert old newspapers into a durable, textured textile that is stitched into this stylish and sturdy tote bag.

Why You’ll Love the CHARCHA Tote

• Crafted from handwoven upcycled newspaper textile – lightweight yet durable

• Blue denim shoulder handles for a bold, contemporary look

• Full metal zipper closure on the top for extra safety and convenience

• Multiple small side pockets for keys, phone, cards, sanitizer & tiny essentials

• Inner cotton lining for added strength and structure

• Unique handcrafted texture, each bag is one-of-a-kind

• Ideal for shopping, travel, office, groceries, daily errands, and pet essentials

• Ethically handmade in India by women artisans

Eco Impact

By choosing this upcycled tote bag, you:

• Help divert old newspaper waste from landfills

• Promote zero-waste fashion and reuse

• Support livelihoods of Indian women artisans

• Encourage sustainable textile innovation and circular design

Product Details

• Dimensions: 14.5 × 12 × 3.5 inches

• Handle height: 12.5 inches

• Material: Upcycled newspaper textile + cotton fabric lining

• Shape: Rectangular

• Colour: Newspaper tone (colour & texture may vary naturally)

• Handles: Blue denim

• Closure: Full top metal zipper

• Pockets: Multiple side pockets for small essentials

• Packaging: Kraft paper (100% recyclable, uncoated)

• Pack Content: 1 pack includes 1 tote bag

Disclaimer

Every CHARCHA Tote is uniquely handcrafted. Colour, texture and print variations may occur based on the newspaper sourced and handmade weaving/dyeing process. These natural variations make each bag original.

Care Instructions

• Spot clean with a damp cloth

• Do not soak or machine wash

• Store in a dry place away from moisture

Shipping & Returns

• 🚚 Shipping: Available across India

• 🌍 International Shipping: Email scrapshala@gmail.com

• 🔁 Return Policy: No return/exchange unless product is damaged

  • Report within 24 hours of delivery with photos

Additional Information

• Country of Origin: India

• Contact for complaints/queries: scrapshala@gmail.com

Manufacturer: ScrapShala, Varanasi