Taifa Woven Basket

Say hello to the TAIFA duo colour block baskets. These natural, ethically-produced baskets come in three sizes, and can be used all over the home: on your desk, on bedside tables and shelves, in the bathroom, and even in the kitchen or on the dining room table, filled with fruit, dried flowers or bread. They also make beautiful woven planters and inspired new home gifts for those who love natural and ethical interiors. 

Crafting within a weaving group empowers rural women to support themselves and their families with a reliable second income in the dry seasons, where farming alone becomes untenable. Weaving work takes place in peaceful moments between childcare and domestic work, church and socialising. Basket weaving is a social activity in itself, and women regularly meet to weave together, supporting one another as they chat and work, and watch one another’s children. These women are brilliant with colour, producing sisal in an array of shades through laborious hand dyeing, and their careful weaving work is equally impressive. 

All of these women have woven baskets from a young age – having been taught this traditional African craft by female elders in their families and communities. What was once a traditional pastime is now an income stream for these hardworking women, and your purchases enable us to keep this precious craft alive. 

Material:  Sisal & Branded Leather Tab

Dimensions: 

X-Small: 14-16cm Dia x 9.5 - 10.5cm Height

Small: 19-21cm Dia x 14.5-15.5cm Height

Medium: 23-27cm Dia x 19-21cm Height