# Vegan Handbags Sustainable Sparrow Handbags Are Made of Cotton and Hemp By Katie Cordrey | Published 2009-02-01 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-vegan-fashion-earth-friendly-sustainably-produced-sparrow-handbags References: [sparrowhandbags](http://www.sparrowhandbags.com/index.html) Sparrow Handbags is an [eco-friendly and cruelty-free accessory line](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-leather-purses). Every handbag is made of 100% organic cotton or hemp. The company’s [handbags are designed and manufactured in-house](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-bags-for-essentials). 100% solvent-free water based or low-impact dye is used in the silkscreening process. A cotton/hemp black lining and organic cotton batting complement each bag. Recycled tetra boxes and handles are of stiff hemp webbing. The Sparrow studio makes every effort to protect the environment and use the least harmful practices in manufacture as well as in the office portion of the business. The three-year-old company is one of many [eco-conscientious businesses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tote-of-hope) based in British Columbia, Canada. I particularly like the geometric fabric patterns. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly Fashion:** Sustainable clothing and accessories made with organic and recycled materials. - **Cruelty-free Products:** Products that are not tested on animals and do not use any animal-derived materials. - **In-house Manufacturing:** Brands that have control over their production process and ensure the highest standards of quality and sustainability. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** More fashion brands are considering sustainable and ethical practices to appeal to the growing segment of environmentally conscious consumers. - **Accessories:** Consumers are looking for eco-friendly alternatives to traditional leather bags, creating opportunities for companies that offer cruelty-free options. - **Manufacturing:** In-house manufacturing allows companies to have greater control over their production process, resulting in higher quality products and more sustainable practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comforting Vegan Handbag Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espe-1.md) - [Ethical Hemp-Derived Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofrico.md) - [Understated Vegan Leather Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espe-ss24.md) - [Botanical Bag Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linea-handbag-charm.md) - [Affordable Quiet Luxury Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/josiie-bag.md) - [Plastic-Free Circular Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stella-mccartney-3.md) - [PETA-Approved Leather Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biodegradable-leather-alternative.md) - [Vegan Leather Purses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-leather-purses.md) - [Everyday Sustainable Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-bags-for-essentials.md)