Milulu Reed Storage Basket

Milulu Reed Storage BasketThis stunning handwoven basket is made from Milulu grass, a reed like swamp grass in East Africa. Milulu grass reeds can be harvested carefully from the marsh without removing the entire plant, dried in the sun, dyed with natural dyes, and split for weaving. The closeness to the earth of both maker and product gives these beautifully crafted baskets widespread appeal. small approximate size: 11 12" x 11 12" large approximate size: 13" x 13" will have

This stunning handwoven basket is made from Milulu grass, a reed-like swamp grass in East Africa. Milulu grass reeds can be harvested carefully from the marsh without removing the entire plant, dried in the sun, dyed with natural dyes, and split for weaving. The closeness to the earth of both maker and product gives these beautifully crafted baskets widespread appeal.

• small approximate size: 11-12" x 11-12"
• large approximate size: 13" x 13"
• will have slight variations in design and size as this is a one-of-a-kind handmade product
• sold individually

PLEASE NOTE: Our baskets are shipped from our artisans packed down to save on shipping costs. Easily reshape your basket by spraying with water, press into shape by hand, then let dry.

Meet the Artisans

Handwoven by talented rural Tanzanian women. For many women living in the lush southern highlands, life centers around subsistence farming, cooking, cleaning and caring for children. Women can weave baskets between their other duties, working daily to earn money to pay school fees, buy food, procure farming supplies and contribute to savings. When a woman has money of her own to use or share, she has greater influence over her life and future.