Description
Our XXL straw basket with braided handle is made from doum palm and genuine leather and finished by skilled Moroccan hands, with a braided leather handle built for the extra load.
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What makes this XXL 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
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 XXL straw basket with braided handle measures 40 × 25 × 50 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.
This listing is the XXL size. The same style is also available in size XL: Straw Shoulder Basket with Braided Leather Handle – XL.
How to use your XXL straw basket with braided handle
Wear the XXL straw basket with braided handle 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
Keep your XXL straw basket with braided handle 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.
XXL straw basket with braided handle: frequently asked questions
What is the XXL 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 XXL straw basket with braided handle come in?
It measures 40 × 25 × 50 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): 40 × 25 × 50 cm
- Colors: Brown, Camel, Natural
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