Big Tote Bag - Jilamara Design

A roomy cotton canvas tote designed for everyday use, printed with licensed artwork by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists. Each piece carries the story of its maker, with royalties paid monthly to support the artist’s ongoing practice. Finished with a wooden toggle and an internal zipped pocket, it’s a sturdy, plastic‑free carry‑all for markets, beach days and everything in between.

Canvas Tote:

• 100% cotton canvas

• Wooden toggle closure

• Approx. 48 × 35 × 15 cm

• Internal pocket, zipped

Pupuni Jilamara Design by Paulina Puruntatameri

During ceremony on the Tiwi Islands, a series of ‘yoi’ (dances) are performed, some of which are totemic and show a narrative of newly composed songs.

Participants in these ceremonies are painted with turtiyanginari, transforming the dancers and, in some cases, providing protection against mapurtiti (spirits). These significant artistic designs are collectively called ‘Jilamara’.