Description
Medium Handmade Sisal baskets
Experience the beauty and heritage of Taita craftsmanship with our fine weave sisal baskets.
📏 Dimensions: 21 cm high x 20 cm wide at the top and 13cm wide at the bottom
🌍 Ethically Sourced: Crafted by Taita artisans, supporting fair trade and community development.
🌱 Sustainable Materials: Made from homegrown sisal, dyed using natural methods from flowers and bark. Leaving an eco-friendly basket with rich earthy tones.
🧵 Exceptional Craftsmanship: Features hand-rolled twine thinner than 2mm, creating a tight density of knots for a lightweight yet durable basket.
🎨 Unique Designs: Each basket is one-of-a-kind, with unique colours and patterns created by the artisans.
📜 Rich Story: “Hadithi” means ‘a story’ in Swahili, and each basket tells the story of its maker, including the artisan’s name on the basket. This basket is made by Joyce Mzenge.
About these Fine Weave Sisal Baskets
Our fine weave baskets are crafted from extra thin sisal fibres grown on the weavers’ own farms. The sisal leaves are harvested, fibres removed, dyed, and rolled into twine by the artisans, making each basket entirely handmade from start to finish. This intricate process, requiring considerable time and effort, results in a basket that is a true work of art.
Meet the Makers
This basket has been woven by the talented Joyce Mzenge. Weaving baskets is an integral part of Taita culture. The artisans, mostly from the Taita hills, use traditional weaving techniques passed down through generations. These groups of weavers meet every two weeks to weave together and continue their work at home, on the bus, or while visiting neighbours. This communal activity not only preserves their cultural heritage but also supports their livelihoods.
Enhance your home decor with these beautiful fine weave baskets. Perfect for storage, decoration, or as a thoughtful gift, each basket is a unique creation that carries the heart and history of its maker.
By choosing these baskets, you’re not only adding a touch of authentic Kenyan artistry to your home but also supporting sustainable practices and preserving a rich cultural tradition. Join us in this fair-trade journey and make a positive impact with your purchase.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Thanks to Joyce who braided the sisal basket. I have kept her name attached to connect with her and the other artisans who lovingly make baskets with their experienced hands. Thank you to Karakorum for offering these products!