Fruit Tray / Nipa Palm / THA 3115303-1　タイ/ニッパヤシ　フルーツトレイ　ルイ版


							

This tray is woven from nipa palm, a plant that grows in the mangrove forests of Thailand.
We introduce a fruit tray that looks just right for serving fresh fruits.






Many of the weavers are women in their 40s to 70s, though a few men are also involved.


As with Krajood basketry, although young weavers remain few, there is a renewed appreciation within Thailand for natural material products, and it seems that more young people are starting to take an interest in basketry.






After harvesting, nipa palm is thoroughly sun-dried. It needs at least three full days of good weather to dry properly under the sun.


After being thoroughly dried, the stalks and leaves are used differently depending on what is being made.


For this tray, the stalks are used—shaved thin and woven by hand, guided by the feel of the artisan’s fingers.


Bundles of six narrow stalks are grouped together, then woven from the base upward to form the sides.


This is the rim. To reinforce the tray, adhesive is used in certain areas. We appreciate your understanding.


This is a view of the rim from above. The edge forms a gentle curve, and the weave flows in a smooth, even pattern.


The sides of the basket are slightly raised, making it easy to hold.


It also has a raised base, allowing air to flow underneath and helping to keep the contents well-ventilated.




You may also notice occasional splits or cracks in the stalks like those shown here, but they do not affect usability. We hope you’ll understand.








Nipa palm is a breathable material, and its open weave adds a cool, airy feel.
It’s a good match for storing fruits and root vegetables.




You could also use it for serving sweets, arranging a tea set,
or as a display basket in your shop.






While the material is relatively water-resistant,
we recommend keeping it in a dry, airy indoor space.


This light and breezy nipa palm basket suits many different settings.
We hope you enjoy using it in your daily life.




About Nypa Palm Craft in Southern Thailand


Along the western coast of the Malay Peninsula in southern Thailand, there are many soft, muddy wetlands.
There are also numerous mangrove forests that have developed in the brackish zones where river water and seawater mix.


Nypa palm, a member of the palm family, grows along the landward edge of these mangrove zones.
Compared to other freshwater palms, it is superior in strength and flexibility.


Nypa palm is fibrous, lightweight, and strong.
Its breathability and weather resistance make it a useful natural material in vegetation-rich regions,
where it is often used for roofing and walls.


The name “Nypa” comes from a Filipino word for this palm.
In local regions, it is commonly used to weave roofs and walls by combining its leaves with bamboo frameworks.


In Thailand, Nypa palm can be harvested year-round, and is used to create baskets, trays, scoops, and more.
The pieces introduced here are made in Trang Province, located on the western coast of the Malay Peninsula in southern Thailand.

This tray is woven from nipa palm, a plant that grows in the mangrove forests of Thailand.
We introduce a fruit tray that looks just right for serving fresh fruits.

Many of the weavers are women in their 40s to 70s, though a few men are also involved.

As with Krajood basketry, although young weavers remain few, there is a renewed appreciation within Thailand for natural material products, and it seems that more young people are starting to take an interest in basketry.

After harvesting, nipa palm is thoroughly sun-dried. It needs at least three full days of good weather to dry properly under the sun.
After being thoroughly dried, the stalks and leaves are used differently depending on what is being made.
For this tray, the stalks are used—shaved thin and woven by hand, guided by the feel of the artisan’s fingers.
Bundles of six narrow stalks are grouped together, then woven from the base upward to form the sides.
This is the rim. To reinforce the tray, adhesive is used in certain areas. We appreciate your understanding.
This is a view of the rim from above. The edge forms a gentle curve, and the weave flows in a smooth, even pattern.
The sides of the basket are slightly raised, making it easy to hold.
It also has a raised base, allowing air to flow underneath and helping to keep the contents well-ventilated.
You may also notice occasional splits or cracks in the stalks like those shown here, but they do not affect usability. We hope you’ll understand.

Nipa palm is a breathable material, and its open weave adds a cool, airy feel.
It’s a good match for storing fruits and root vegetables.

You could also use it for serving sweets, arranging a tea set,
or as a display basket in your shop.

While the material is relatively water-resistant,
we recommend keeping it in a dry, airy indoor space.

This light and breezy nipa palm basket suits many different settings.
We hope you enjoy using it in your daily life.

About Nypa Palm Craft in Southern Thailand

Along the western coast of the Malay Peninsula in southern Thailand, there are many soft, muddy wetlands.
There are also numerous mangrove forests that have developed in the brackish zones where river water and seawater mix.

Nypa palm, a member of the palm family, grows along the landward edge of these mangrove zones.
Compared to other freshwater palms, it is superior in strength and flexibility.

Nypa palm is fibrous, lightweight, and strong.
Its breathability and weather resistance make it a useful natural material in vegetation-rich regions,
where it is often used for roofing and walls.

The name “Nypa” comes from a Filipino word for this palm.
In local regions, it is commonly used to weave roofs and walls by combining its leaves with bamboo frameworks.

In Thailand, Nypa palm can be harvested year-round, and is used to create baskets, trays, scoops, and more.
The pieces introduced here are made in Trang Province, located on the western coast of the Malay Peninsula in southern Thailand.


							

This tray is woven from nipa palm, a plant that grows in the mangrove forests of Thailand.
We introduce a fruit tray that looks just right for serving fresh fruits.






Many of the weavers are women in their 40s to 70s, though a few men are also involved.


As with Krajood basketry, although young weavers remain few, there is a renewed appreciation within Thailand for natural material products, and it seems that more young people are starting to take an interest in basketry.






After harvesting, nipa palm is thoroughly sun-dried. It needs at least three full days of good weather to dry properly under the sun.


After being thoroughly dried, the stalks and leaves are used differently depending on what is being made.


For this tray, the stalks are used—shaved thin and woven by hand, guided by the feel of the artisan’s fingers.


Bundles of six narrow stalks are grouped together, then woven from the base upward to form the sides.


This is the rim. To reinforce the tray, adhesive is used in certain areas. We appreciate your understanding.


This is a view of the rim from above. The edge forms a gentle curve, and the weave flows in a smooth, even pattern.


The sides of the basket are slightly raised, making it easy to hold.


It also has a raised base, allowing air to flow underneath and helping to keep the contents well-ventilated.




You may also notice occasional splits or cracks in the stalks like those shown here, but they do not affect usability. We hope you’ll understand.








Nipa palm is a breathable material, and its open weave adds a cool, airy feel.
It’s a good match for storing fruits and root vegetables.




You could also use it for serving sweets, arranging a tea set,
or as a display basket in your shop.






While the material is relatively water-resistant,
we recommend keeping it in a dry, airy indoor space.


This light and breezy nipa palm basket suits many different settings.
We hope you enjoy using it in your daily life.




About Nypa Palm Craft in Southern Thailand


Along the western coast of the Malay Peninsula in southern Thailand, there are many soft, muddy wetlands.
There are also numerous mangrove forests that have developed in the brackish zones where river water and seawater mix.


Nypa palm, a member of the palm family, grows along the landward edge of these mangrove zones.
Compared to other freshwater palms, it is superior in strength and flexibility.


Nypa palm is fibrous, lightweight, and strong.
Its breathability and weather resistance make it a useful natural material in vegetation-rich regions,
where it is often used for roofing and walls.


The name “Nypa” comes from a Filipino word for this palm.
In local regions, it is commonly used to weave roofs and walls by combining its leaves with bamboo frameworks.


In Thailand, Nypa palm can be harvested year-round, and is used to create baskets, trays, scoops, and more.
The pieces introduced here are made in Trang Province, located on the western coast of the Malay Peninsula in southern Thailand.