Basket Bag with Closure – Handheld & Shoulder / Krajood Grass / THA 3115109　タイ/カチュー（水草）　かごバッグ　留め具付き　手提げ・ショルダー　2種　ルイ版


							



This basket is woven from Krajood, a type of grass that grows naturally around marshy areas in Thailand.

The stalks are cut from the roots, dried, then flattened before being woven. They are typically harvested between May and August.
For larger baskets, longer stalks are required, so harvesting is sometimes delayed to allow further growth.


The makers vary by region. In some villages, experienced weavers lead small groups and teach others, while in other areas, families work across three generations. Typically, baskets are made in groups of about four or five people.






For most people, basket weaving is not a full-time occupation. It is often done in between farming work such as rice cultivation, and most of the weavers belong to the older generation.


Although there are still few young weavers, natural-material products like these are once again gaining appreciation in Thailand, and more young people are beginning to take an interest in them.


This page introduces two types of Krajood basket bags: a short-handled tote and a longer-handled shoulder style.






The weave on the basket’s sides is the same as the “ajiro-ami” technique in Japan.


Flattened stalks are woven alternately to create a mat-like surface, which is then shaped into a basket.


After harvesting, Krajood stalks are coated in clay-rich mud and sun-dried for 3–5 days. This process helps add flexibility and moisture, preventing cracks and improving strength.


In the final stage of basket making, the entire surface is coated with glue—an essential step to ensure strength and durability.


This is the rim area. The stalks used for the basket body are folded at the rim and woven into the inner side to finish.


The rim viewed from inside the basket.


Top-down view of the rim. It is finished in a simple style, with a gently thin edge.


This is the joint between the handle and the rim. The rope handle is threaded through the Krajood weave.


Connection point seen from inside the basket.


The handle is made from a sedge plant called “Kok” in Thai. It is twisted into a rope and used as the handle. This one is the handheld type with shorter handles.


This one is the shoulder type with longer handles.


Both types have a rectangular base with a generous gusset.


The base viewed from the underside.


Corner of the basket base.


Inner corner of the basket base.


Both types have a button closure located just below the rim.


The round button allows the cord to loop around and fasten the opening.


The button is attached inside the basket like this.


The fastening cord is also made from Kok, just like the handle.


The cord is also secured on the inside of the basket like this.


When fastened, the basket’s opening forms an “∞” (infinity) shape.


Now, let us introduce each type individually.


This is the handheld type.


This style is designed to be carried by hand or on the arm.






This is the shoulder type.


This style is designed to be carried over the shoulder.








The glue applied to the surface of Krajood baskets helps prevent deformation and enhances durability,
making them suitable for daily use.
It reflects the makers’ continuous pursuit of strength and functionality.


The glue is thoroughly dried, but in rare cases,
people with sensitive skin may experience redness upon contact.
If concerned, consider placing a cloth or paper liner inside the basket before use.




Due to the nature of Krajood, if you store this basket hanging with heavy items inside,
the base may gradually stretch over time.


For everyday use, it can hold moderately heavy items,
but when not in use, it’s better to rest it on a shelf instead of hanging it.
This will help preserve its shape and allow you to enjoy it for longer.




This handheld Krajood basket has a charmingly plump shape and a stable presence.
It pairs well with any outfit—from dresses to T-shirts and denim.
It’s also fun to coordinate it with accessories like scarves or hats.




Please choose your preferred type.




<About Krajood Weaving in Thailand>


Thailand has a tropical climate with a rainy and dry season.
The country’s shape is often compared to an elephant’s head, with the “trunk” being the Malay Peninsula.
Southern Thailand, located here, experiences slightly different weather.
Due to monsoon winds from the southwest (Pacific) and northeast (Indian Ocean),
this region has a longer rainy season and a shorter dry season—only about two months.


Krajood is the name of a grass that grows in the hot and humid marshlands of this southern region of Thailand.


Thailand experiences frequent flooding due to its heavy rainfall,
and in some years, Krajood plants are swept away or damaged, leading to poor harvests.
As demand for Krajood baskets rises both within Thailand and internationally,
securing raw materials has become a growing challenge for artisans.


The Krajood weaving introduced here is mainly produced in provinces on the eastern side of the Malay Peninsula,
facing the Gulf of Thailand—such as Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat,
Pattani, and Narathiwat.


Please note: 
This item ships from Japan. 
As the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country. 
These costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost. 
Please check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.

This basket is woven from Krajood, a type of grass that grows naturally around marshy areas in Thailand.

The stalks are cut from the roots, dried, then flattened before being woven. They are typically harvested between May and August.
For larger baskets, longer stalks are required, so harvesting is sometimes delayed to allow further growth.

The makers vary by region. In some villages, experienced weavers lead small groups and teach others, while in other areas, families work across three generations. Typically, baskets are made in groups of about four or five people.

For most people, basket weaving is not a full-time occupation. It is often done in between farming work such as rice cultivation, and most of the weavers belong to the older generation.

Although there are still few young weavers, natural-material products like these are once again gaining appreciation in Thailand, and more young people are beginning to take an interest in them.

This page introduces two types of Krajood basket bags: a short-handled tote and a longer-handled shoulder style.

The weave on the basket’s sides is the same as the “ajiro-ami” technique in Japan.
Flattened stalks are woven alternately to create a mat-like surface, which is then shaped into a basket.
After harvesting, Krajood stalks are coated in clay-rich mud and sun-dried for 3–5 days. This process helps add flexibility and moisture, preventing cracks and improving strength.
In the final stage of basket making, the entire surface is coated with glue—an essential step to ensure strength and durability.
This is the rim area. The stalks used for the basket body are folded at the rim and woven into the inner side to finish.
The rim viewed from inside the basket.
Top-down view of the rim. It is finished in a simple style, with a gently thin edge.
This is the joint between the handle and the rim. The rope handle is threaded through the Krajood weave.
Connection point seen from inside the basket.
The handle is made from a sedge plant called “Kok” in Thai. It is twisted into a rope and used as the handle. This one is the handheld type with shorter handles.
This one is the shoulder type with longer handles.
Both types have a rectangular base with a generous gusset.
The base viewed from the underside.
Corner of the basket base.
Inner corner of the basket base.
Both types have a button closure located just below the rim.
The round button allows the cord to loop around and fasten the opening.
The button is attached inside the basket like this.
The fastening cord is also made from Kok, just like the handle.
The cord is also secured on the inside of the basket like this.
When fastened, the basket’s opening forms an “∞” (infinity) shape.
Now, let us introduce each type individually.
This is the handheld type.
This style is designed to be carried by hand or on the arm.
This is the shoulder type.
This style is designed to be carried over the shoulder.

The glue applied to the surface of Krajood baskets helps prevent deformation and enhances durability,
making them suitable for daily use.
It reflects the makers’ continuous pursuit of strength and functionality.

The glue is thoroughly dried, but in rare cases,
people with sensitive skin may experience redness upon contact.
If concerned, consider placing a cloth or paper liner inside the basket before use.

Due to the nature of Krajood, if you store this basket hanging with heavy items inside,
the base may gradually stretch over time.

For everyday use, it can hold moderately heavy items,
but when not in use, it’s better to rest it on a shelf instead of hanging it.
This will help preserve its shape and allow you to enjoy it for longer.

This handheld Krajood basket has a charmingly plump shape and a stable presence.
It pairs well with any outfit—from dresses to T-shirts and denim.
It’s also fun to coordinate it with accessories like scarves or hats.

Please choose your preferred type.

<About Krajood Weaving in Thailand>

Thailand has a tropical climate with a rainy and dry season.
The country’s shape is often compared to an elephant’s head, with the “trunk” being the Malay Peninsula.
Southern Thailand, located here, experiences slightly different weather.
Due to monsoon winds from the southwest (Pacific) and northeast (Indian Ocean),
this region has a longer rainy season and a shorter dry season—only about two months.

Krajood is the name of a grass that grows in the hot and humid marshlands of this southern region of Thailand.

Thailand experiences frequent flooding due to its heavy rainfall,
and in some years, Krajood plants are swept away or damaged, leading to poor harvests.
As demand for Krajood baskets rises both within Thailand and internationally,
securing raw materials has become a growing challenge for artisans.

The Krajood weaving introduced here is mainly produced in provinces on the eastern side of the Malay Peninsula,
facing the Gulf of Thailand—such as Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat,
Pattani, and Narathiwat.

Please note:
This item ships from Japan.
As the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country.
These costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
Please check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.


							



This basket is woven from Krajood, a type of grass that grows naturally around marshy areas in Thailand.

The stalks are cut from the roots, dried, then flattened before being woven. They are typically harvested between May and August.
For larger baskets, longer stalks are required, so harvesting is sometimes delayed to allow further growth.


The makers vary by region. In some villages, experienced weavers lead small groups and teach others, while in other areas, families work across three generations. Typically, baskets are made in groups of about four or five people.






For most people, basket weaving is not a full-time occupation. It is often done in between farming work such as rice cultivation, and most of the weavers belong to the older generation.


Although there are still few young weavers, natural-material products like these are once again gaining appreciation in Thailand, and more young people are beginning to take an interest in them.


This page introduces two types of Krajood basket bags: a short-handled tote and a longer-handled shoulder style.






The weave on the basket’s sides is the same as the “ajiro-ami” technique in Japan.


Flattened stalks are woven alternately to create a mat-like surface, which is then shaped into a basket.


After harvesting, Krajood stalks are coated in clay-rich mud and sun-dried for 3–5 days. This process helps add flexibility and moisture, preventing cracks and improving strength.


In the final stage of basket making, the entire surface is coated with glue—an essential step to ensure strength and durability.


This is the rim area. The stalks used for the basket body are folded at the rim and woven into the inner side to finish.


The rim viewed from inside the basket.


Top-down view of the rim. It is finished in a simple style, with a gently thin edge.


This is the joint between the handle and the rim. The rope handle is threaded through the Krajood weave.


Connection point seen from inside the basket.


The handle is made from a sedge plant called “Kok” in Thai. It is twisted into a rope and used as the handle. This one is the handheld type with shorter handles.


This one is the shoulder type with longer handles.


Both types have a rectangular base with a generous gusset.


The base viewed from the underside.


Corner of the basket base.


Inner corner of the basket base.


Both types have a button closure located just below the rim.


The round button allows the cord to loop around and fasten the opening.


The button is attached inside the basket like this.


The fastening cord is also made from Kok, just like the handle.


The cord is also secured on the inside of the basket like this.


When fastened, the basket’s opening forms an “∞” (infinity) shape.


Now, let us introduce each type individually.


This is the handheld type.


This style is designed to be carried by hand or on the arm.






This is the shoulder type.


This style is designed to be carried over the shoulder.








The glue applied to the surface of Krajood baskets helps prevent deformation and enhances durability,
making them suitable for daily use.
It reflects the makers’ continuous pursuit of strength and functionality.


The glue is thoroughly dried, but in rare cases,
people with sensitive skin may experience redness upon contact.
If concerned, consider placing a cloth or paper liner inside the basket before use.




Due to the nature of Krajood, if you store this basket hanging with heavy items inside,
the base may gradually stretch over time.


For everyday use, it can hold moderately heavy items,
but when not in use, it’s better to rest it on a shelf instead of hanging it.
This will help preserve its shape and allow you to enjoy it for longer.




This handheld Krajood basket has a charmingly plump shape and a stable presence.
It pairs well with any outfit—from dresses to T-shirts and denim.
It’s also fun to coordinate it with accessories like scarves or hats.




Please choose your preferred type.




<About Krajood Weaving in Thailand>


Thailand has a tropical climate with a rainy and dry season.
The country’s shape is often compared to an elephant’s head, with the “trunk” being the Malay Peninsula.
Southern Thailand, located here, experiences slightly different weather.
Due to monsoon winds from the southwest (Pacific) and northeast (Indian Ocean),
this region has a longer rainy season and a shorter dry season—only about two months.


Krajood is the name of a grass that grows in the hot and humid marshlands of this southern region of Thailand.


Thailand experiences frequent flooding due to its heavy rainfall,
and in some years, Krajood plants are swept away or damaged, leading to poor harvests.
As demand for Krajood baskets rises both within Thailand and internationally,
securing raw materials has become a growing challenge for artisans.


The Krajood weaving introduced here is mainly produced in provinces on the eastern side of the Malay Peninsula,
facing the Gulf of Thailand—such as Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat,
Pattani, and Narathiwat.


Please note: 
This item ships from Japan. 
As the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country. 
These costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost. 
Please check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.