Description
Handwoven in Morocco from doum palm and genuine leather, the palm leaf basket with long handles features long leather handles for shoulder carry.
The long-handled version of our Marrakech basket: leather handles long enough to wear on the shoulder, on a slim palm leaf body that sits comfortably against you.
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What makes this palm leaf basket with long handles special
Its slim profile keeps it close to your side and easy to carry through busy markets. The handles are long enough to wear on the shoulder as well as over the arm.
Handwoven in Morocco from doum palm and genuine leather
Every palm leaf basket with long handles 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 palm leaf basket with long handles measures 30 × 10 × 30 cm (length × width × height). That makes it a practical everyday size.
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 M size. The same style is also available in size L: Marrakech Palm Leaf Basket with Long Leather Handles – L.
How to use your palm leaf basket with long handles
Wear the palm leaf basket with long handles 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.
This piece 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.
How to care for it
To clean the palm leaf basket with long handles, 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.
Palm leaf basket with long handles: frequently asked questions
What is the palm leaf basket with long handles 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 palm leaf basket with long handles come in?
It measures 30 × 10 × 30 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 × 10 × 30 cm
- Colors: Brown, Camel, Natural
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