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Description
The open weave straw basket is a handwoven Moroccan piece made from doum palm and genuine leather, with an open weave on a solid palm base, leather handles and a shoulder strap.
A light, open-weave basket on a solid palm base, with leather handles and a long shoulder strap. The open mesh keeps it light and ventilated, which suits towels, fruit and beach gear.
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What makes this open weave straw basket special
The open weave keeps it light and ventilated, which suits towels, fruit and beach gear. A solid palm base helps it keep its shape.
A leather strap lets you carry it on the shoulder.
Handwoven in Morocco from doum palm and genuine leather
Green Doum is a family craft business created in 1962 by Moroccan craftsman Lhaj Mohamed, who started in a small store in the medina. Today the family still makes baskets and bags from natural raw materials, and this piece is part of that story. You can read more on our About us page.
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 open weave straw basket measures 30 × 20 × 32 cm (length × width × height). The generous depth gives you room for bulkier items.
Colors available: Brown, Camel and Natural. The straw stays natural while the leather sets the tone, from warm brown to light natural.
How to use your open weave straw basket
Take the open weave straw basket to the beach or the pool: towels, sunscreen, a book and a bottle of water all fit. The natural palm looks at home on the sand.
Use this piece for beach days, picnics or swimming trips. It is light to carry, and the natural palm and leather look good at the sea and in town.
How to care for it
Keep your open weave straw basket dry and store it somewhere with air around it. Wipe it with a dry or slightly damp cloth, and avoid prolonged moisture and direct heat. The leather softens and darkens naturally with use.
Open weave straw basket: frequently asked questions
What is the open weave 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 open weave straw basket come in?
It measures 30 × 20 × 32 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): 30 × 20 × 32 cm
- Colors: Brown, Camel, Natural
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