Hand Braided Jute Baskets with handles (set of 2)

Functional yet fantastic, this hand braided storage basket set has a minimalistic aesthetic and seamlessly blends into contemporary living spaces.  Featuring jute, it is as eco-friendly, sustainable and durable as can be.  Moreover, they could double up as planters for a coy corner plants in any home!  A favorite among environmentalists, jute has a negligible carbon footprint.  It is also biodegradable and 100% compostable.  The fibers are first extracted by a process called retting wherein jute stems are bundled together and immersed in low, running water. After which, in a process called stripping, the non-fibrous matter is scraped off, while the fibers found inside the jute stem are retained for braiding by talented women artisans from India