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 sizes of rectangular organizing baskets made from Krajood grass, both with handles, for A4 and B4 sizes.
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.After shaping the mat-like sheet into a basket, the rim is folded outward and finished. Rim finishing is a particularly important step that determines the basket’s overall strength and quality.This is the top view of the rim. The rim is finished thin and neatly.The handles are made from a grass called “Kok,” a member of the sedge family, in Thai. Kok is twisted into ropes to form the handles.The Kok ropes are threaded through the Krajood weaving, and the ends of the handles are tied and secured on the inside.This is the view of the bottom side of the basket. The bottom is also neatly finished.The two sizes can be stacked and stored like this. Now, let’s take a look at each size individually.This is the “A4 size.”A small potted plant is placed inside the A4 size basket.This is the “B4 size.”It can also be used as a tool basket by putting in items like sketchbooks, crayons, and other drawing supplies.
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.
It’s a handy basket that you can easily carry by the handle from one room to another.
Because it retains its shape, this organizing basket can be used on the floor or placed on a shelf, making it useful in a variety of settings.
Please choose the size that best suits your needs.
<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 sizes of rectangular organizing baskets made from Krajood grass, both with handles, for A4 and B4 sizes.
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.After shaping the mat-like sheet into a basket, the rim is folded outward and finished. Rim finishing is a particularly important step that determines the basket’s overall strength and quality.This is the top view of the rim. The rim is finished thin and neatly.The handles are made from a grass called “Kok,” a member of the sedge family, in Thai. Kok is twisted into ropes to form the handles.The Kok ropes are threaded through the Krajood weaving, and the ends of the handles are tied and secured on the inside.This is the view of the bottom side of the basket. The bottom is also neatly finished.The two sizes can be stacked and stored like this. Now, let’s take a look at each size individually.This is the “A4 size.”A small potted plant is placed inside the A4 size basket.This is the “B4 size.”It can also be used as a tool basket by putting in items like sketchbooks, crayons, and other drawing supplies.
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.
It’s a handy basket that you can easily carry by the handle from one room to another.
Because it retains its shape, this organizing basket can be used on the floor or placed on a shelf, making it useful in a variety of settings.
Please choose the size that best suits your needs.
<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 sizes of rectangular organizing baskets made from Krajood grass, both with handles, for A4 and B4 sizes.
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.After shaping the mat-like sheet into a basket, the rim is folded outward and finished. Rim finishing is a particularly important step that determines the basket’s overall strength and quality.This is the top view of the rim. The rim is finished thin and neatly.The handles are made from a grass called “Kok,” a member of the sedge family, in Thai. Kok is twisted into ropes to form the handles.The Kok ropes are threaded through the Krajood weaving, and the ends of the handles are tied and secured on the inside.This is the view of the bottom side of the basket. The bottom is also neatly finished.The two sizes can be stacked and stored like this. Now, let’s take a look at each size individually.This is the “A4 size.”A small potted plant is placed inside the A4 size basket.This is the “B4 size.”It can also be used as a tool basket by putting in items like sketchbooks, crayons, and other drawing supplies.
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.
It’s a handy basket that you can easily carry by the handle from one room to another.
Because it retains its shape, this organizing basket can be used on the floor or placed on a shelf, making it useful in a variety of settings.
Please choose the size that best suits your needs.
<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.
