These are woven baskets made from a grass called “Kachū” in Thai, which grows wild around swamps.
It is made of a double woven technique, which is very dependable. This basket bag has a 2-way design that can be used as a cylindrical storage basket when the strap is removed.
The stems are cut from the roots, dried and flattened and then woven. The stems are harvested from spring (around May) to summer (around August).
Longer stems are needed for larger baskets, so harvesting may be delayed a little and wait for further growth before harvesting.
The weavers depend on the region, with some groups having a skilled weaver as a teacher and teaching others, while others have three generations of family members who weave together. Most are made by groups of four or five people in each village.
For most people, basket-making is not a full-time occupation, but is often done in between farming activities such as rice cultivation, and many of the weavers are of an older generation.
Although there are not many young weavers, there is now a renewed appreciation of the quality of these natural material products in Thailand, and young people are becoming interested in baskets.
On this page, we present four sizes of double woven basket “Storage bag” made from “Kachū”, S, M, L, and XL. All four sizes are made the same.
The weaving of the basket sides is the same as the weaving technique known as ‘Ajiro-weaving’ in Japan. Flattened stems are alternately woven together to form one large piece, which is then formed into the shape of a basket.It is tightly woven together with almost no gaps.Kachū stems cut from the water’s edge are coated with clay-based mud and dried in the sun for 3-5 days. This keeps the material tougher and moist, preventing cracking due to drying.In addition, the final step in the basket-making process is to glue the entire surface of the basket. This is also an essential part of Kachū’s basket-making process to ensure a strong basket.This is the rim. This basket is double woven and fastened at the bottom, so the rim at the mouth is a simple rim made by simply folding over the strips.Therefore, the inside is smooth as you can see.From above, you can see the simplicity of the rim and the fact that it is double woven because it is folded over here.The connection between the handle and the rim. The rope of the handle is threaded through the weaving of the Kachū. It is fixed inside the double woven.The handle is made of “Kok”, a Cyperaceae group grass. Kok is made into a rope shape and used as a handle.The bottom is made round.This is a view of the bottom from the back. There is another separate woven layer on the bottom. This is also double-layered, giving it a firm and secure feel. The side woven pieces are fastened here so that the bottom is sandwiched between them.A button is attached to the top of the basket.The button is simply tied at the back.This is the strap that holds the button. Here is also Kok’s rope.Likewise, its straps are tied simply on the inside.Let us introduce the four sizes in order.This is the smallest size, S.Here is a shot of the unbuttoned. When the button is undone, it becomes a cylindrical basket that can also be used as a storage basket.Size SSize SThis is size M.Similarly, here is the unbuttoned. It is large enough to hold 4-5 500ml PET bottles.Size MSize MThis is size L.It has a solid height. It looks good for holding a stock of liquid seasonings.Size LSize LThis is size XL.At this size, it could be used as a laundry basket for one person, for example. Please be careful when using this product, as prolonged exposure to wet clothes may cause mold.Size XLSize XL
The glue applied to the surface of Kachū baskets is a necessary process that prevents the baskets from losing their shape and increases their strength as commodities. It is also the wisdom of the makers who are always thinking about how to make a sturdy basket.
The glue is well dried, but in rare cases, sensitive skin may react to the glue by touching it. If you are concerned about this, it may be a good idea to place a piece of cloth inside the basket.
Also, due to the features of Kachū, the bottom of the bag may gradually stretch if it is stored with a heavy object in this handbag with the handles hooked and hung.
For everyday use, it can hold slightly heavy objects, but when not in use, it is best to remove all of the contents or place it on a shelf rather than hanging it up to rest before using it again.
Considering the basket’s durability, it would be best to limit the weight of items in the XL size to 3-4 kg at most, depending on the size of the basket. For shopping, light items such as vegetables and bread can be packed in the basket. However, when carrying a lot of liquid items such as bottles of water and other condiments or alcoholic beverages, it is best to carry them by holding the bottom of the container.
Kachū’s storage bag has an attractive, stable appearance.
It can be used as a shopping companion or as a work basket at home. This storage bag is made of a double woven structure, and is a solid and durable product in Kachū’s line of products.
Choose from four sizes according to your preference.
<About Thai Kachū work>
In terms of climate, Thailand belongs to a tropical climate where the year is divided into rainy and dry seasons. The land of Thailand is sometimes said to resemble the face of an elephant. The Malay Peninsula is the “nose” of Thailand.
The climate is a little different in southern Thailand, where the monsoon blows from the southwest (Pacific Ocean) or northeast (Indian Ocean), depending on the season. The rainy season is longer and the dry season is shorter, lasting only about two months, than in other parts of the country.
“Kachū” is the name of a grass found in the swamps of southern Thailand in that hot and humid environment. The locals call it that in Thai.
In Thailand, with its high rainfall, flooding is a common occurrence. This can cause “Kachū” to be washed away or damaged in some years, resulting in a poor crop. The demand for “Kachū” baskets in Thailand and abroad is increasing, and securing materials for making baskets has become a problem for the makers.
The “Kachū work” presented here is mainly located on the eastern side of the Malay Peninsula facing the Gulf of Thailand, such as Suｒat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Pattani, and Narathiwat.
These are woven baskets made from a grass called “Kachū” in Thai, which grows wild around swamps.
It is made of a double woven technique, which is very dependable. This basket bag has a 2-way design that can be used as a cylindrical storage basket when the strap is removed.
The stems are cut from the roots, dried and flattened and then woven. The stems are harvested from spring (around May) to summer (around August).
Longer stems are needed for larger baskets, so harvesting may be delayed a little and wait for further growth before harvesting.
The weavers depend on the region, with some groups having a skilled weaver as a teacher and teaching others, while others have three generations of family members who weave together. Most are made by groups of four or five people in each village.
For most people, basket-making is not a full-time occupation, but is often done in between farming activities such as rice cultivation, and many of the weavers are of an older generation.
Although there are not many young weavers, there is now a renewed appreciation of the quality of these natural material products in Thailand, and young people are becoming interested in baskets.
On this page, we present four sizes of double woven basket “Storage bag” made from “Kachū”, S, M, L, and XL. All four sizes are made the same.
The weaving of the basket sides is the same as the weaving technique known as ‘Ajiro-weaving’ in Japan. Flattened stems are alternately woven together to form one large piece, which is then formed into the shape of a basket.It is tightly woven together with almost no gaps.Kachū stems cut from the water’s edge are coated with clay-based mud and dried in the sun for 3-5 days. This keeps the material tougher and moist, preventing cracking due to drying.In addition, the final step in the basket-making process is to glue the entire surface of the basket. This is also an essential part of Kachū’s basket-making process to ensure a strong basket.This is the rim. This basket is double woven and fastened at the bottom, so the rim at the mouth is a simple rim made by simply folding over the strips.Therefore, the inside is smooth as you can see.From above, you can see the simplicity of the rim and the fact that it is double woven because it is folded over here.The connection between the handle and the rim. The rope of the handle is threaded through the weaving of the Kachū. It is fixed inside the double woven.The handle is made of “Kok”, a Cyperaceae group grass. Kok is made into a rope shape and used as a handle.The bottom is made round.This is a view of the bottom from the back. There is another separate woven layer on the bottom. This is also double-layered, giving it a firm and secure feel. The side woven pieces are fastened here so that the bottom is sandwiched between them.A button is attached to the top of the basket.The button is simply tied at the back.This is the strap that holds the button. Here is also Kok’s rope.Likewise, its straps are tied simply on the inside.Let us introduce the four sizes in order.This is the smallest size, S.Here is a shot of the unbuttoned. When the button is undone, it becomes a cylindrical basket that can also be used as a storage basket.Size SSize SThis is size M.Similarly, here is the unbuttoned. It is large enough to hold 4-5 500ml PET bottles.Size MSize MThis is size L.It has a solid height. It looks good for holding a stock of liquid seasonings.Size LSize LThis is size XL.At this size, it could be used as a laundry basket for one person, for example. Please be careful when using this product, as prolonged exposure to wet clothes may cause mold.Size XLSize XL
The glue applied to the surface of Kachū baskets is a necessary process that prevents the baskets from losing their shape and increases their strength as commodities. It is also the wisdom of the makers who are always thinking about how to make a sturdy basket.
The glue is well dried, but in rare cases, sensitive skin may react to the glue by touching it. If you are concerned about this, it may be a good idea to place a piece of cloth inside the basket.
Also, due to the features of Kachū, the bottom of the bag may gradually stretch if it is stored with a heavy object in this handbag with the handles hooked and hung.
For everyday use, it can hold slightly heavy objects, but when not in use, it is best to remove all of the contents or place it on a shelf rather than hanging it up to rest before using it again.
Considering the basket’s durability, it would be best to limit the weight of items in the XL size to 3-4 kg at most, depending on the size of the basket. For shopping, light items such as vegetables and bread can be packed in the basket. However, when carrying a lot of liquid items such as bottles of water and other condiments or alcoholic beverages, it is best to carry them by holding the bottom of the container.
Kachū’s storage bag has an attractive, stable appearance.
It can be used as a shopping companion or as a work basket at home. This storage bag is made of a double woven structure, and is a solid and durable product in Kachū’s line of products.
Choose from four sizes according to your preference.
<About Thai Kachū work>
In terms of climate, Thailand belongs to a tropical climate where the year is divided into rainy and dry seasons. The land of Thailand is sometimes said to resemble the face of an elephant. The Malay Peninsula is the “nose” of Thailand.
The climate is a little different in southern Thailand, where the monsoon blows from the southwest (Pacific Ocean) or northeast (Indian Ocean), depending on the season. The rainy season is longer and the dry season is shorter, lasting only about two months, than in other parts of the country.
“Kachū” is the name of a grass found in the swamps of southern Thailand in that hot and humid environment. The locals call it that in Thai.
In Thailand, with its high rainfall, flooding is a common occurrence. This can cause “Kachū” to be washed away or damaged in some years, resulting in a poor crop. The demand for “Kachū” baskets in Thailand and abroad is increasing, and securing materials for making baskets has become a problem for the makers.
The “Kachū work” presented here is mainly located on the eastern side of the Malay Peninsula facing the Gulf of Thailand, such as Suｒat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Pattani, and Narathiwat.
These are woven baskets made from a grass called “Kachū” in Thai, which grows wild around swamps.
It is made of a double woven technique, which is very dependable. This basket bag has a 2-way design that can be used as a cylindrical storage basket when the strap is removed.
The stems are cut from the roots, dried and flattened and then woven. The stems are harvested from spring (around May) to summer (around August).
Longer stems are needed for larger baskets, so harvesting may be delayed a little and wait for further growth before harvesting.
The weavers depend on the region, with some groups having a skilled weaver as a teacher and teaching others, while others have three generations of family members who weave together. Most are made by groups of four or five people in each village.
For most people, basket-making is not a full-time occupation, but is often done in between farming activities such as rice cultivation, and many of the weavers are of an older generation.
Although there are not many young weavers, there is now a renewed appreciation of the quality of these natural material products in Thailand, and young people are becoming interested in baskets.
On this page, we present four sizes of double woven basket “Storage bag” made from “Kachū”, S, M, L, and XL. All four sizes are made the same.
The weaving of the basket sides is the same as the weaving technique known as ‘Ajiro-weaving’ in Japan. Flattened stems are alternately woven together to form one large piece, which is then formed into the shape of a basket.It is tightly woven together with almost no gaps.Kachū stems cut from the water’s edge are coated with clay-based mud and dried in the sun for 3-5 days. This keeps the material tougher and moist, preventing cracking due to drying.In addition, the final step in the basket-making process is to glue the entire surface of the basket. This is also an essential part of Kachū’s basket-making process to ensure a strong basket.This is the rim. This basket is double woven and fastened at the bottom, so the rim at the mouth is a simple rim made by simply folding over the strips.Therefore, the inside is smooth as you can see.From above, you can see the simplicity of the rim and the fact that it is double woven because it is folded over here.The connection between the handle and the rim. The rope of the handle is threaded through the weaving of the Kachū. It is fixed inside the double woven.The handle is made of “Kok”, a Cyperaceae group grass. Kok is made into a rope shape and used as a handle.The bottom is made round.This is a view of the bottom from the back. There is another separate woven layer on the bottom. This is also double-layered, giving it a firm and secure feel. The side woven pieces are fastened here so that the bottom is sandwiched between them.A button is attached to the top of the basket.The button is simply tied at the back.This is the strap that holds the button. Here is also Kok’s rope.Likewise, its straps are tied simply on the inside.Let us introduce the four sizes in order.This is the smallest size, S.Here is a shot of the unbuttoned. When the button is undone, it becomes a cylindrical basket that can also be used as a storage basket.Size SSize SThis is size M.Similarly, here is the unbuttoned. It is large enough to hold 4-5 500ml PET bottles.Size MSize MThis is size L.It has a solid height. It looks good for holding a stock of liquid seasonings.Size LSize LThis is size XL.At this size, it could be used as a laundry basket for one person, for example. Please be careful when using this product, as prolonged exposure to wet clothes may cause mold.Size XLSize XL
The glue applied to the surface of Kachū baskets is a necessary process that prevents the baskets from losing their shape and increases their strength as commodities. It is also the wisdom of the makers who are always thinking about how to make a sturdy basket.
The glue is well dried, but in rare cases, sensitive skin may react to the glue by touching it. If you are concerned about this, it may be a good idea to place a piece of cloth inside the basket.
Also, due to the features of Kachū, the bottom of the bag may gradually stretch if it is stored with a heavy object in this handbag with the handles hooked and hung.
For everyday use, it can hold slightly heavy objects, but when not in use, it is best to remove all of the contents or place it on a shelf rather than hanging it up to rest before using it again.
Considering the basket’s durability, it would be best to limit the weight of items in the XL size to 3-4 kg at most, depending on the size of the basket. For shopping, light items such as vegetables and bread can be packed in the basket. However, when carrying a lot of liquid items such as bottles of water and other condiments or alcoholic beverages, it is best to carry them by holding the bottom of the container.
Kachū’s storage bag has an attractive, stable appearance.
It can be used as a shopping companion or as a work basket at home. This storage bag is made of a double woven structure, and is a solid and durable product in Kachū’s line of products.
Choose from four sizes according to your preference.
<About Thai Kachū work>
In terms of climate, Thailand belongs to a tropical climate where the year is divided into rainy and dry seasons. The land of Thailand is sometimes said to resemble the face of an elephant. The Malay Peninsula is the “nose” of Thailand.
The climate is a little different in southern Thailand, where the monsoon blows from the southwest (Pacific Ocean) or northeast (Indian Ocean), depending on the season. The rainy season is longer and the dry season is shorter, lasting only about two months, than in other parts of the country.
“Kachū” is the name of a grass found in the swamps of southern Thailand in that hot and humid environment. The locals call it that in Thai.
In Thailand, with its high rainfall, flooding is a common occurrence. This can cause “Kachū” to be washed away or damaged in some years, resulting in a poor crop. The demand for “Kachū” baskets in Thailand and abroad is increasing, and securing materials for making baskets has become a problem for the makers.
The “Kachū work” presented here is mainly located on the eastern side of the Malay Peninsula facing the Gulf of Thailand, such as Suｒat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Pattani, and Narathiwat.
