Description
Using strands of sisal dyed to a neutral sand tone, women living in remote areas of rural Kenya earn income by crafting beautifully simple baskets that can be used for chic storage in any room of the home. Sisal is a natural fiber extracted from an agave plant, so the baskets are coveted for their durability and ability to be re-shaped.
Sold individually. Choose from Medium or Large.
Dimensions:
Small: 14″D x 10″H (to top of basket), 14″H (to top of handles)
Large: 16″D x 10″H (to top of basket), 14″H (to top of handles)
Crafted from: Sisal fiber
Made in: Kenya
About The Artisans:
In the rural Kenyan countryside around the city of Kitui, women specialize in weaving the tough fibers of the agave sisalana plant. Sisal’s spiky leaf clusters erupt from a dry landscape and often requires long journeys to gather. Once woven, these baskets are sold to local and international markets. Singing, dancing, and chatting make weaving for export an enjoyable social event!
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