The everyday workhorse of the CYC range. Each cotton tote bag is handmade in Rajasthan from durable cotton, quilted with sturdy lining, finished with comfortable shoulder straps, and big enough to fit your life — a true quilted cotton tote bag built to last.
Yoga mat? Easy. 17" laptop? No problem. Weekly groceries, a stack of books, a beach day's worth of essentials? All in.
Shop our hero pieces: The Tibetan Tiger Tote (our signature cotton tote bag), The Jungle Tote, The Brown Leopard Tote, and The Stripe Tote.
Every CYC cotton tote is 18 × 18 inches with a 25-inch strap drop. That gives you:
The quilted construction holds shape without bulk — the bag stands up on its own when set down, but folds flat for storage.
The cotton tote is your everyday hero. A few pairing notes:
Twenty-four designs across our most-loved prints:
For the full story of each print, read our Reading the Prints field guide.
Machine wash cool, line dry, iron on low if needed. The cotton softens with each wash. Don't tumble dry on high — it'll shrink the cotton. Colour will age slowly with use; that's part of the contract — your bag at year five will look better than your bag at year one.
Every CYC cotton tote is finished by hand. You'll see small variations between pieces — a slightly thicker line, a touch of bleed on one print, a colour that sank deeper into one weave than another. These are not flaws; they're the signature of real handcraft. Mass-produced tote bags from big brands look identical; ours don't. Learn about the block-printing craft we draw on in our field guide to hand-block-printing.
Every CYC cotton tote is 18 × 18 inches with a 25-inch strap drop. Fits a 17-inch laptop, a standard rolled yoga mat, or weekly groceries with room to spare.
Yes — comfortably, with room for a notebook, charger, and your daily essentials.
Yes — every cotton tote is machine washable on cool. Line dry to preserve the print. Don't tumble dry on high heat.
Cotton is lighter, more durable, breathable, and machine-washable. Velvet has a plush hand-feel, deeper pigment, and is designed for slower or occasion use. Cotton totes live in your daily rotation; velvet ones come out for evenings and slower days.
It depends on the print — the Striped Cotton Tote has 9 colourways, the Tibetan Tiger Tote 12, the Jungle Tote 17. Each colourway is handmade in small batches, so availability changes seasonally.
Every piece is finished by hand. Small variations in line, dye depth, or print placement are the signature of real handcraft. No two CYC totes are identical.
Handmade by skilled artisans in small workshops in Rajasthan, India. Fair wage, ethical production. 10% of every purchase funds artisan welfare and education in the same communities.
For most customers, the Tibetan Tiger Tote (our most-loved, the original) or the Stripe Tote (the quiet workhorse). For something bolder, the Jungle Tote. For wardrobe versatility, the Brown Leopard.
✨ Soft cotton, bold prints, the cotton tote bag you'll reach for every day. ✨
Learn about hand-block-printing, the Rajasthan craft behind our collections →
Slip into something softer — our cotton totes are designed for the rhythm of real life. Ethically made by artisan hands, each bag carries more than just your essentials — it carries intention. Lightweight yet durable, perfect for yoga class, farmers’ markets, and spontaneous soul adventures. Style meets sustainability in every stitch.
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Crafted from soft, durable cotton and hand block-printed by skilled Indian artisans, our totes are more than just bags — they’re a statement. Whether you're heading to the market, the studio, or the airport, these carry-alls blend bold design with everyday function. Spacious, sturdy, and sustainably made, each one is a celebration of craft, culture, and conscious living.
Plus, 10% of profits go directly to supporting ethical and sustainable initiatives across India — so every tote gives back.
