This stunning little basket is created by weaving sisal around sweetgrass, a fragrant, slightly sweet grass local to Rwanda.  This ethically handmade item is both functional and beautiful - use it underneath a pot to protect your table or hang it on the wall.

• Measures approximately 9.5" in diameter
• There is a loop on the back for hanging.
• Sweetgrass; sisal

All of our products are shipped with cards containing information about fair trade and the corresponding artisan group.

ABOUT THE ARTISANS

This basket is handwoven in a fair trade women's cooperative in Rwanda.  In addition to receiving fair wages, the artisans are provided with skills training, market access, a collaborative work environment, and a path for economic independence.  Modern designs pair with traditional techniques to create baskets that appeal to Western markets.  The women have seen their lives greatly improve through steady, well-paid jobs and access to further education.