Description
The extra large straw basket with braided handle is a handwoven Moroccan piece made from doum palm and genuine leather, with a braided leather handle built for the extra load.
The XL size of our braided-handle shoulder basket, 40 cm tall. The braided handle is built to carry the extra load.
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What makes this extra large straw basket with braided handle special
The braided leather handle sits comfortably on the shoulder and adds texture and strength. It is woven by hand, so the texture of the palm is slightly different on every piece.
Handwoven in Morocco from doum palm and genuine leather
Every extra large straw basket with braided handle 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 extra large straw basket with braided handle measures 32 × 18 × 40 cm (length × width × height). At that height it takes tall items upright.
Colors available: Brown, Camel and Natural. The straw stays natural while the leather sets the tone, from warm brown to light natural.
This listing is the XL size. The same style is also available in size XXL: Straw Shoulder Basket with Braided Leather Handle – XXL.
How to use your extra large straw basket with braided handle
The extra large straw basket with braided handle works as a statement summer bag. Use it for the market, a day trip or the beach, and enjoy a natural look that goes with almost everything.
Wear this piece on the shoulder for market shopping, a picnic or a summer day out. It carries more than a handbag and looks good with linen, cotton and denim.
How to care for it
To clean the extra large straw basket with braided handle, 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.
Extra large straw basket with braided handle: frequently asked questions
What is the extra large straw basket with braided handle 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 extra large straw basket with braided handle come in?
It measures 32 × 18 × 40 cm (length × width × height). Available colors: Brown, Camel and Natural.
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): 32 × 18 × 40 cm
- Colors: Brown, Camel, Natural
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