Simple Straw Basket with Flat and Round Leather Handles

Description

Handwoven in Morocco from doum palm and genuine leather, the simple straw basket features one flat and one round leather handle.

A simple, practical basket with a flat leather handle and a round one, so you can carry it by hand or over the arm. Woven from doum palm and finished with leather.

What makes this simple straw basket special

One flat and one round leather handle give you two ways to carry it: in the hand or over the arm. Two handles give you a balanced carry and let you choose hand or arm.

Handwoven in Morocco from doum palm and genuine leather

Every simple straw basket is handmade in Morocco by local artisans from natural raw materials. The palm is woven by hand and finished with genuine leather details, so small differences in shade and shape are part of the charm. Our story goes back to 1962.

Doum palm is one of the traditional raw materials of Moroccan craftsmanship, alongside date palm leaves and rush. It weaves into a light, natural-looking fabric, and the leather adds strength where the piece is handled.

Weaving baskets from plant fibres is one of the oldest crafts in the world and is found in many cultures; for a general overview, see this page on basket weaving.

The leather is genuine leather: it softens and darkens naturally with use, so your piece gains character over time.

Sizes, colors and fit

The simple straw basket measures 28 × 16 × 30 cm (length × width × height). That makes it a practical everyday size.

Colors available: Brown and Camel. The straw stays natural while the leather sets the tone, from warm brown to camel.

How to use your simple straw basket

Use the simple straw basket as a market basket, a picnic basket or a simple storage basket at home. The natural palm and leather look good wherever you set it down.

This piece is made for shopping, picnics and errands. Carry it by hand or over the arm to the market, and fill it with fruit, bread or a bottle.

How to care for it

To clean the simple straw basket, brush off dust with a soft brush and wipe it with a lightly damp cloth. Let it dry naturally, away from direct sun and heaters. A little leather conditioner now and then keeps the leather supple.

Simple straw basket: frequently asked questions

What is the simple straw basket made of?

It is made from doum palm and genuine leather. Every piece is handmade in Morocco, so the texture of the palm is slightly different each time.

Which sizes and colors does the simple straw basket come in?

It measures 28 × 16 × 30 cm (length × width × height). Available colors: Brown and Camel.

Is every piece exactly the same?

No. Because each piece is handmade, dimensions and shades vary slightly from one item to the next, which is part of its charm.

Can I return it?

Yes. New, unused items in their original packaging can be returned under the withdrawal conditions described on our Delivery and Returns page.

Delivery, returns and related styles

We ship with DHL. Allow about 3 to 10 working days for Europe and 7 to 12 working days for the USA and Canada, counted from the order date. Customs fees and taxes are not included. Read the full delivery and returns conditions, or contact us with any question about your order.

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Product details

• Materials: Doum palm, genuine leather
• Dimensions (L × W × H): 28 × 16 × 30 cm
• Colors: Brown, Camel