Swazi Sisal Titja Basket #145 Red 10mm x 9mm

10mm x 9mm

These fine root hairs are dug out by the men of the tribe and are skinned to remove the thin covering

applying a carved wax tool to create complex

ensuring it will be a long-lasting addition to your home decor

Due to this unique

Swazi Sisal Titja Basket #145 Red 10mm x 9mmThis basket was hand woven in a Swaziland development program which has trained over 600 women. Working from home in rural areas, the women often are supporting 8 12 children. Woven of sisal, a pervasive native plant found throughout Swaziland. A 7 inch basket requires about 15 hours to prepare and spin the fiber and another 15 hours for the actual weaving. As the basket becomes larger with each row the time spent weaving exponentially increases. 10."