Handwoven Natural Fiber Baskets
Our natural fiber baskets include Hand-Woven Seagrass Storage Baskets in sets of 3 and the Seagrass Storage Baskets with Handles in sets of 2, both from Creative. The Natural Water Hyacinth Storage Baskets with Lids from Creative offer sustainably harvested water hyacinth in a set of 3. The Emrata Basket by Mercana features tight spiral-woven seagrass with a braided rim. The Hand-Woven Baskets with Plastic Lining in sets of 6 serve double duty as planters.
Artisan and Heritage Baskets
Kanju Interiors offers handwoven African-craft baskets: the Binga Lace Patterned Basket with intricate lace-like weaving, the Statement Binga Lace Blonde Basket in sustainably harvested elephant grass, the Fringed Skirt Mohair Decorative Wool Basket in soft mohair, the Long-Necked Ilala Garlic Gourd Basket woven from ilala palm leaves, and the Munyumbwe Winnowing Wall Basket inspired by Tonga people traditions.
Storage and Lidded Baskets
For concealed storage, the Beau Woven Baskets with Lid by Mercana feature snug-fitting lids with braided accents. The Hand-Woven Storage Baskets with Lids and White Woven Seagrass Baskets with Lids from Creative come in sets of 3 graduated sizes. The Decorative Cane Storage Basket in distressed black from Creative provides a one-of-a-kind look, and the Striped Maize Storage Baskets double as planters in a set of 3.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials are your decorative baskets made from?
Materials include hand-woven seagrass, sustainably harvested water hyacinth, bankuan palm fiber in the Braided Bankuan Bowls, ilala palm leaves in the Garlic Gourd Basket, elephant grass in the Binga baskets, mohair wool in the Fringed Skirt basket, maize fiber, cane, wicker, and metal in the Milton Metal Basket by Mercana.
Can baskets be used as planters?
Yes. The Hand-Woven Baskets with Plastic Lining in sets of 6 include durable plastic liners designed for planting. The Striped Maize Storage Baskets also work as planters, with breathable maize material that supports healthy root systems.
Are the Kanju Interiors baskets handmade?
Yes. All Kanju Interiors baskets are handwoven by skilled artisans using traditional techniques. The Binga baskets use open lace-weave patterns from Central African traditions, the Munyumbwe Winnowing Wall Basket follows Tonga people weaving techniques, and the Ilala Garlic Gourd Basket uses coiling methods with natural ilala palm leaves.
