Handwoven Traditional Rwandan Peace Basket – Grass and Banana Leaf Decor – Ethical Handmade Gift – Authentic Rwandan Home Accent – Made in Rwanda – Fair Trade

Description

Product Title:

Handwoven Traditional Rwandan Peace Basket – Handmade Grass and Banana Leaf Decor | Authentic African Home Accent | Fair Trade | Made in Rwanda

Product Features:

• Authentic Craftsmanship: Each basket is carefully handwoven over the course of about a week by skilled artisans, following traditional Rwandan techniques.

• Natural Materials: Crafted from sustainably sourced valley grasses and banana leaves, woven over a sturdy papyrus frame.

• Traditional Journey Design: The Umuraza pattern represents a shared path, symbolizing friendship, unity, and meaningful journeys together.

• Functional and Decorative: Traditionally used to hold gifts, dry goods, or simply displayed as a beautiful centerpiece.

• Ethical and Fair Trade: Produced in partnership with cooperatives committed to fair wages and community development in Rwanda.

• Made in Rwanda: Proudly handwoven in Rwanda, supporting local artisans and cultural heritage.

Product Description:

Celebrate tradition, unity, and artistry with this elegant Handwoven Traditional Rwandan Peace Basket.

Expertly woven using natural valley grasses, banana leaves, and a papyrus frame, this piece embodies Rwanda’s rich weaving heritage. The basket features the Traditional Journey Design (Umuraza), representing friends walking together, sharing gifts, stories, and journeys — a beautiful symbol of community and connection.

Traditionally, these baskets were used to present discreet gifts, especially from a new bride to her mother-in-law. Today, they serve as meaningful decor pieces, bringing authenticity, warmth, and a deep cultural story into modern homes.

Each basket is crafted ethically through fair trade practices, empowering artisans like Pascasie Mukaburigo and her cooperative, and contributing to community development projects.

Whether displayed proudly on a shelf, used to hold dry goods, or offered as a heartfelt gift, this Made in Rwanda peace basket stands as a timeless celebration of resilience, craftsmanship, and beauty.

Product Details:

• Materials: Natural valley grasses, banana leaves, papyrus frame

• Dimensions: Approximately 12.5 inches tall (including the lid)

• Color: Natural white and black

• Care Instructions: Dust with a dry cloth or feather duster. Keep out of direct sunlight and away from moisture to preserve color and strength.

• Note: As each basket is handcrafted with natural materials, slight variations in size, weave, and color are normal and enhance the uniqueness.

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