Natural Shopping Basket
Natural Shopping Basket
This nifty and comfortable tote basket is a perfect fit for shopping or going to the beach or on a picnic. The basket woven out of natural elephant grass is light, but thanks to its goatskin handles also durable, holding heavier items, too. With its elegant look, it can easily replace a purse on a summer concert or a beach trip. Should there be a moment when the basket does not have any other use, it is also perfect for storing magazines waiting to be read, or for hiding the hats and scarves that tend to pile up in the hallway. It is a truly multipurpose basket that has a place in every home.
NEW! You can have a kitenge lining for your basket. Various colours available. Made by disabled tailors in Uganda. Please, message us your preferred colour when making the purchase.
Dimensions: width 36cm, height (with handle) 47cm
The basket is made of natural veta vera grass straw, handles are covered with goatskin. Avoid long-time use in humid conditions. Should the basket loose its shape, hydrate it lightly, and restore its initial form. Allow it to dry in a well-ventilated room. Colors may fade in contact with direct sunlight. Caution – this product may splinter!
About the Artisans
Yen Pang Basket Weavers cooperative was established in 2014 with the support of Estonian NGO Mondo. Having initially started with eight women under a mango tree, the cooperative has now quadrupled in size, and has its own centre for weaving and storing the baskets. The cooperative is also training other women in nearby villages in basket weaving.
“I absolutely love Mamaa Trade’s interior baskets and carry on baskets. As a mother of two toddlers the interior baskets are absolute necessity to store all the toys and Lego parts, being at the same time also a great interior elements. My children have both also little baskets, which they play with daily and based on my experience I can recommend these products as high quality and durable.”
“I just love these baskets! They have nice colours and design. It’s a good present for Christmas or birthday - useful, fair and beautiful.”
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