This basket is woven from Kok, a type of grass that grows naturally around marshy areas in Thailand. We introduce a breezy, wide and slim handwoven piece with open weaving. It comes in two sizes.
Most of the artisans are women between their 30s and 70s, working in village groups or with their families to carry on the craft of basket weaving.
While there are also male artisans, most of them primarily work in agriculture and help with Kok weaving only during busy production periods.
As with Krajood weaving, young artisans are still few. However, the value of natural material products like these is being rediscovered in Thailand, and more young people are beginning to appreciate and use these baskets.
Kok is thoroughly sun-dried after harvesting.After drying, the softened Kok is hand-twisted into ropes.The twisted ropes are then shaped into baskets by weaving them over wooden frames. The twisted Kok strands create baskets with added strength and durability.The weaving technique used is similar to what is known in Japan as “shippō-ami” or macramé.This type of weave stretches slightly when items are placed inside.The rim is finished by twisting and knotting the rope used to weave the basket body.This is the rim seen from inside the basket.View from the top.This is where the handle meets the rim. The handle is created by wrapping around the braided rim cord.View from inside the basket.The handle is finished by braiding several cords together. In this version, the rim has a flat finish. There is also a V-type version with a different silhouette.Even when items are placed inside, the base hardly sags, and the overall shape remains steady.The larger size is especially wide, but even when carried over the shoulder, it feels well-balanced and secure.Now, let us introduce each size.This is the M size.It holds your wallet, keys, phone, a pouch, a book—everything you need for a casual outing. You can also carry it over your shoulder.This is the L size.A large, horizontally wide basket. It’s roomy enough for a change of clothes or towels, making it great for trips to the beach or pool, or even a short overnight stay. This size can also be worn over the shoulder.
The handle is joined at the top where the two core cords meet, and then wrapped tightly with Kok. Please take care not to pull the handles apart forcefully or apply excessive weight to just one side, as this may damage the structure.
That said, Kok is a strong material with both flexibility and resilience, so we believe it will support your belongings well as a bag for daily outings or shopping.
For storage, we recommend keeping it in a well-ventilated room where humidity does not accumulate—either placed on a higher shelf or hung. If you live in a two-story home, the second floor is better than the ground floor.
Photo: M size
The texture is gentle to the touch, and its light weight makes it easy to carry—another reason to love it. It pairs beautifully with any outfit, whether a dress or a T-shirt and jeans. It would also be fun to coordinate it with a stole or a hat.
Please choose the size that suits you best.
About Kok Craft in Thailand
The grass known as “Kok” in Thai is a member of the sedge family that grows naturally in wetlands. It is believed to be a type of grass also known in Japan as “suge,” a name shared by thousands of species worldwide.
In Japan, suge is traditionally used to make hats, straw raincoats, and ropes. Similarly, Kok in Thailand can be twisted by hand to create strong cords for craftwork.
Kok can be harvested year-round in Thailand, though it is said that better-quality grass is obtained outside of the dry season (January to April).
Processing methods vary—some use thick stems that are split to different widths for weaving, others twist stems into ropes before weaving, peel them into thin sheets for wrapping, or shave them down. It is a material known for its flexibility in use. Basket bags are shaped using wooden molds, while mats and similar items are woven entirely by hand without molds.
The pieces introduced here are made in “Isan,” a broad highland region at about 200 meters elevation in northeastern Thailand, known for its gentle undulating terrain.
Southern Isan – Buriram Province, which borders Cambodia
Northern Isan – Nakhon Phanom Province, along the Mekong River, bordering Laos
This basket is woven from Kok, a type of grass that grows naturally around marshy areas in Thailand. We introduce a breezy, wide and slim handwoven piece with open weaving. It comes in two sizes.
Most of the artisans are women between their 30s and 70s, working in village groups or with their families to carry on the craft of basket weaving.
While there are also male artisans, most of them primarily work in agriculture and help with Kok weaving only during busy production periods.
As with Krajood weaving, young artisans are still few. However, the value of natural material products like these is being rediscovered in Thailand, and more young people are beginning to appreciate and use these baskets.
Kok is thoroughly sun-dried after harvesting.After drying, the softened Kok is hand-twisted into ropes.The twisted ropes are then shaped into baskets by weaving them over wooden frames. The twisted Kok strands create baskets with added strength and durability.The weaving technique used is similar to what is known in Japan as “shippō-ami” or macramé.This type of weave stretches slightly when items are placed inside.The rim is finished by twisting and knotting the rope used to weave the basket body.This is the rim seen from inside the basket.View from the top.This is where the handle meets the rim. The handle is created by wrapping around the braided rim cord.View from inside the basket.The handle is finished by braiding several cords together. In this version, the rim has a flat finish. There is also a V-type version with a different silhouette.Even when items are placed inside, the base hardly sags, and the overall shape remains steady.The larger size is especially wide, but even when carried over the shoulder, it feels well-balanced and secure.Now, let us introduce each size.This is the M size.It holds your wallet, keys, phone, a pouch, a book—everything you need for a casual outing. You can also carry it over your shoulder.This is the L size.A large, horizontally wide basket. It’s roomy enough for a change of clothes or towels, making it great for trips to the beach or pool, or even a short overnight stay. This size can also be worn over the shoulder.
The handle is joined at the top where the two core cords meet, and then wrapped tightly with Kok. Please take care not to pull the handles apart forcefully or apply excessive weight to just one side, as this may damage the structure.
That said, Kok is a strong material with both flexibility and resilience, so we believe it will support your belongings well as a bag for daily outings or shopping.
For storage, we recommend keeping it in a well-ventilated room where humidity does not accumulate—either placed on a higher shelf or hung. If you live in a two-story home, the second floor is better than the ground floor.
Photo: M size
The texture is gentle to the touch, and its light weight makes it easy to carry—another reason to love it. It pairs beautifully with any outfit, whether a dress or a T-shirt and jeans. It would also be fun to coordinate it with a stole or a hat.
Please choose the size that suits you best.
About Kok Craft in Thailand
The grass known as “Kok” in Thai is a member of the sedge family that grows naturally in wetlands. It is believed to be a type of grass also known in Japan as “suge,” a name shared by thousands of species worldwide.
In Japan, suge is traditionally used to make hats, straw raincoats, and ropes. Similarly, Kok in Thailand can be twisted by hand to create strong cords for craftwork.
Kok can be harvested year-round in Thailand, though it is said that better-quality grass is obtained outside of the dry season (January to April).
Processing methods vary—some use thick stems that are split to different widths for weaving, others twist stems into ropes before weaving, peel them into thin sheets for wrapping, or shave them down. It is a material known for its flexibility in use. Basket bags are shaped using wooden molds, while mats and similar items are woven entirely by hand without molds.
The pieces introduced here are made in “Isan,” a broad highland region at about 200 meters elevation in northeastern Thailand, known for its gentle undulating terrain.
Southern Isan – Buriram Province, which borders Cambodia
Northern Isan – Nakhon Phanom Province, along the Mekong River, bordering Laos
This basket is woven from Kok, a type of grass that grows naturally around marshy areas in Thailand. We introduce a breezy, wide and slim handwoven piece with open weaving. It comes in two sizes.
Most of the artisans are women between their 30s and 70s, working in village groups or with their families to carry on the craft of basket weaving.
While there are also male artisans, most of them primarily work in agriculture and help with Kok weaving only during busy production periods.
As with Krajood weaving, young artisans are still few. However, the value of natural material products like these is being rediscovered in Thailand, and more young people are beginning to appreciate and use these baskets.
Kok is thoroughly sun-dried after harvesting.After drying, the softened Kok is hand-twisted into ropes.The twisted ropes are then shaped into baskets by weaving them over wooden frames. The twisted Kok strands create baskets with added strength and durability.The weaving technique used is similar to what is known in Japan as “shippō-ami” or macramé.This type of weave stretches slightly when items are placed inside.The rim is finished by twisting and knotting the rope used to weave the basket body.This is the rim seen from inside the basket.View from the top.This is where the handle meets the rim. The handle is created by wrapping around the braided rim cord.View from inside the basket.The handle is finished by braiding several cords together. In this version, the rim has a flat finish. There is also a V-type version with a different silhouette.Even when items are placed inside, the base hardly sags, and the overall shape remains steady.The larger size is especially wide, but even when carried over the shoulder, it feels well-balanced and secure.Now, let us introduce each size.This is the M size.It holds your wallet, keys, phone, a pouch, a book—everything you need for a casual outing. You can also carry it over your shoulder.This is the L size.A large, horizontally wide basket. It’s roomy enough for a change of clothes or towels, making it great for trips to the beach or pool, or even a short overnight stay. This size can also be worn over the shoulder.
The handle is joined at the top where the two core cords meet, and then wrapped tightly with Kok. Please take care not to pull the handles apart forcefully or apply excessive weight to just one side, as this may damage the structure.
That said, Kok is a strong material with both flexibility and resilience, so we believe it will support your belongings well as a bag for daily outings or shopping.
For storage, we recommend keeping it in a well-ventilated room where humidity does not accumulate—either placed on a higher shelf or hung. If you live in a two-story home, the second floor is better than the ground floor.
Photo: M size
The texture is gentle to the touch, and its light weight makes it easy to carry—another reason to love it. It pairs beautifully with any outfit, whether a dress or a T-shirt and jeans. It would also be fun to coordinate it with a stole or a hat.
Please choose the size that suits you best.
About Kok Craft in Thailand
The grass known as “Kok” in Thai is a member of the sedge family that grows naturally in wetlands. It is believed to be a type of grass also known in Japan as “suge,” a name shared by thousands of species worldwide.
In Japan, suge is traditionally used to make hats, straw raincoats, and ropes. Similarly, Kok in Thailand can be twisted by hand to create strong cords for craftwork.
Kok can be harvested year-round in Thailand, though it is said that better-quality grass is obtained outside of the dry season (January to April).
Processing methods vary—some use thick stems that are split to different widths for weaving, others twist stems into ropes before weaving, peel them into thin sheets for wrapping, or shave them down. It is a material known for its flexibility in use. Basket bags are shaped using wooden molds, while mats and similar items are woven entirely by hand without molds.
The pieces introduced here are made in “Isan,” a broad highland region at about 200 meters elevation in northeastern Thailand, known for its gentle undulating terrain.
Southern Isan – Buriram Province, which borders Cambodia
Northern Isan – Nakhon Phanom Province, along the Mekong River, bordering Laos
