The Basket Room
Natural Woven Storage Basket
Natural Woven Storage Basket
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- Free standard delivery over £50
- 30 day returns
- Responsibly made
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Description
Description
These beautiful, versatile baskets are handwoven in Tanzania from local milulu grass. Available in three sizes to suit a range of different storage needs; the small size is perfect as a desk tidy or for storing cosmetics, whilst the larger sizes are great for clothing, toys or even dry food storage in the kitchen. These baskets also make beautiful woven planters for houseplants (just make sure to add a waterproof liner).
These baskets are woven by skilled craftswomen working as part of a network of village cooperatives in Tanzania. As is the case with most basket weavers in Africa, the art of weaving has usually been passed down the family line, though these Tanzanian weavers are also regularly trained in product development and new weaving techniques. Most weavers are primarily farmers, and work is scarce during the dry seasons when it can become impossible to make ends meet. During this time, weaving takes precedence and helps stem the gap in earnings that many families suffer.
Key features
Key features
Specification & care
Specification & care
Dimensions (approx.):
Small - Width 21-25cm x Height 18-22cm
Medium - Width 30-34cm x Height 24-28cm
Large - Width 35-38cm x Height 30-34cm
Composition: Milulu grass
About the maker
About the maker
The Basket Room partner with over 3,000 weavers across Kenya, Ghana and East Africa. Sustainability is at the core of everything they do, from slow production methods and the materials and dyes used, to their supply chain and logistics. These baskets are handwoven by skilled craftswomen working as part of a network of village cooperatives in Tanzania. As is the case with most basket weavers in Africa, the art of weaving has usually been passed down the family line, though these Tanzanian weavers are also regularly trained in product development and new weaving techniques. In general, the weavers have grown up as subsistence farmers, but climate challenges and spiralling living costs mean that they can no longer rely on this to sustain themselves. Consequently, basket weaving provides an increasingly vital source of income for the weavers and their families.
Delivery & returns
Delivery & returns
Free standard UK delivery on all orders over £50
Standard delivery (3-5 working days): £3.95
Express delivery (1-3 working days): £6.95
If for any reason you are not happy with your order, we can offer a refund within 30 days of receipt. The item must be returned in its original packaging and in a saleable condition. You will also need a receipt or proof of purchase.
Please refer to our delivery policy and returns policy for more information.
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Considered design
We choose to work with independent brands, artists and makers who use ethical practices and sustainable working methods.
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Responsibly made
All the pieces in our collection are handcrafted using carefully selected materials and slow, considered processes.
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Local delivery
We deliver from the UK using Royal Mail for a low carbon footprint. Our packaging is recycled where possible, and responsibly produced.