ixöq® (ee-sh-auk), meaning woman in the Mayan languages Kaqchikel and Tz’utujil, is a women-owned and operated social enterprise melding modern design with artisanal craft. We create unique, functional and thoughtfully designed bags & storage containers, woven from recycled plastic cord.
Each piece is conceived & designed by ixöq in the heart of D.C. and brought to life by women artisans in Guatemala. As a verified Fair Trade business, we are committed to preserving local traditions, paying fair wages, & using sustainably sourced materials, while creating modern pieces made to be used, loved, and lived with every day.
Love this beautiful and durable tote!!
It is perfect for a square Kleenex box in my bathroom! Now I need another one for the guest bathroom. They come in so many different colors one is certain to find one to match any room!
I bought this for my granddaughter who does a lot of short trips with her laptop, books and knitting. She loves this tote. It is sturdy enough to carry the weight, the handles are comfortable and the size is perfect.
Love the way it stands up and open. Makes it easy to get into.
I’m so pleased with my beautiful basket.
I just love my envelope clutch. It holds my mini I Pad and many various cords. There was only a navy bliue available at time of purchase, but I hope to purchase some of the more colorful items.
I purchased 3 items, and I’m very pleased with all of them! Beautiful colors and so well made!
This planter is absolutely adorable. I am going to buy more!
I bought the container for my new bathroom closet (with a window, so everything needs to look neat and bright and cheerful! Ixoq products fit the bill!
cesta tote ~ medium ~ solid ~ unlined
Beautiful bag and quick service.
This time I purchased 2 storage containers, a large and a small and two large baskets as a gift for my sister-in-law. I coordinated all the baskets in combinations of gray and white to go with her sewing room. I thought they would be both beautiful and useful to hold all different kinds of sewing supplies or for whatever she might want to use them for. She said she loved them! And exactly as I hoped she said they are both beautiful and useful. And as always, Katie is responsive and helpful!
I’ve had multiple people ask me about this bag; its flit bottom makes it perfect for toting to farmer’s market, a picnic, grocery store… and it’s pretty! Love my tote.
the box planters are my go-to birthday gift, and the littlest ones are best for a hostess gift with a succulent in them. They are sturdy, colorful, and of course, the story behind them makes everyone happy.
Love the tote AND love your customer service!
Katie's picks
ixöq moves with intention: guided by Fair Trade principles that honors the hands & history behind each piece.
Our creativity unfolds through evolving palettes & considered designs, introduced seasonally and produced in precise quantities. We prioritize planning over excess, avoiding overproduction.
Thank you for joining us in this intentional rhythm. Explore Katie’s Picks—a personal curation of pieces we love now.
Featured our cylindrical 'nesting' containers in their 2024 holiday gift guide. They've highlighted both a vibrant multicolor stripe and a two-tone design, making them a standout choice for the season.
Featured our Cestas and Clutches as a standout accessory in their 'Beyond the Ordinary' fashion spread.
Featured in 'Good Works', a segment that highlights creative brands serving a deeper purpose.
