KICHWA: Handwoven Maroon and Yellow Wool Tote Bag

KICHWA: Handwoven Maroon and Yellow Wool Tote BagMeet vibrant KICHWA a colourful basket bag hand woven by the Kamba tribe in Kenya. Bands of maroon and yellow pop against a creative patterning, creating a bohemian, tribal effect. These ethical baskets are known traditionally as kiondos (kee yon doh) and were originally made in rural Kenyan communities by mothers as wedding gifts to their daughters. Weaving this particular type of basket bag was until recently a dying art: in 2004 only four elders

helping women support their families more comfortably

Border Collie

shake off the crumbs and mop up any spills to keep your placemats looking perfect

The large shopper measures up to 48cm/19” wide

these weavers would have to make the long journey to Nairobi to sell their woven baskets at markets

Wherever and however you choose to use yours

brown and black

Dimensions (approx): 20cm W x 8cm H / 7" W x 3" H

These baskets will live many varied lives in your home over the years

the TOTO basket comes in a size to suit

Regular: 35cm x 23cm Dia x 25cm H / 14” x 9” Dia x 10” H

Choose from two sizes – or curate your own little collection