Pure Silk Purse

A Kelzang Handicraft Textile

Embrace the splendor of Bhutanese heritage with our Pure Silk Purses, a collection where tradition meets timeless elegance. Each purse is a canvas of culture, meticulously handwoven using pure silk from intricate and vibrant Kishuthara kira panels. Our purses are adorned with the symbolic dorji, representing the thunderbolt of enlightenment, and teema patterns, infusing each piece with depth and meaning.

Kelzang Handicraft was founded in 1995 by Kelzang Wangmo, also known as Jambay. Jambay is a native of Khoma village in Lhuntse—a rural village celebrated for weaving intricate Kishutharas. Jambay, who began her weaving journey at ten and ventured to Thimphu at sixteen, now leads a team of skilled women artisans, creating award-winning designs that are as functional as they are beautiful. 

Our Pure Silk Purses are more than accessories; they are fragments of Bhutanese soul, carrying stories of perseverance and artistry. By choosing one of these purses, you not only celebrate the rich tapestry of Bhutanese traditions but also support the livelihoods of the women who bring these beautiful narratives to life. Your purchase represents an investment in the future of Bhutan.