This coaster is woven from Kok, a type of grass that grows naturally around marshy areas in Thailand.
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.
Kok is thoroughly sun-dried after harvesting.After drying, it is woven from the center outward.The central section forms a cross shape, from which a gozame-style weave spreads out toward the edges.While Kok basket bags are typically made using twisted ropes, this piece is woven with the material in its natural form.The rim is finished by twisting the vertical stalks into a cord and weaving them in to secure the edge.The diameter is approximately 3.94″.
Great for serving cold tea, herbal tea, or iced coffee. It also pairs beautifully with mugs, beer glasses, wine glasses—whatever your drink of choice may be. The smooth, dry texture of Kok offers a reliable surface beneath your cup.
If it gets wet, please wipe it thoroughly with a dry cloth and let it air dry completely. After each use, allowing it to dry lightly will help it last longer.
With its gentle touch and airy feel, this Kok coaster makes for a quiet moment of comfort during your favorite drink time.
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 coaster is woven from Kok, a type of grass that grows naturally around marshy areas in Thailand.
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.
Kok is thoroughly sun-dried after harvesting.After drying, it is woven from the center outward.The central section forms a cross shape, from which a gozame-style weave spreads out toward the edges.While Kok basket bags are typically made using twisted ropes, this piece is woven with the material in its natural form.The rim is finished by twisting the vertical stalks into a cord and weaving them in to secure the edge.The diameter is approximately 3.94″.
Great for serving cold tea, herbal tea, or iced coffee. It also pairs beautifully with mugs, beer glasses, wine glasses—whatever your drink of choice may be. The smooth, dry texture of Kok offers a reliable surface beneath your cup.
If it gets wet, please wipe it thoroughly with a dry cloth and let it air dry completely. After each use, allowing it to dry lightly will help it last longer.
With its gentle touch and airy feel, this Kok coaster makes for a quiet moment of comfort during your favorite drink time.
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 coaster is woven from Kok, a type of grass that grows naturally around marshy areas in Thailand.
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.
Kok is thoroughly sun-dried after harvesting.After drying, it is woven from the center outward.The central section forms a cross shape, from which a gozame-style weave spreads out toward the edges.While Kok basket bags are typically made using twisted ropes, this piece is woven with the material in its natural form.The rim is finished by twisting the vertical stalks into a cord and weaving them in to secure the edge.The diameter is approximately 3.94″.
Great for serving cold tea, herbal tea, or iced coffee. It also pairs beautifully with mugs, beer glasses, wine glasses—whatever your drink of choice may be. The smooth, dry texture of Kok offers a reliable surface beneath your cup.
If it gets wet, please wipe it thoroughly with a dry cloth and let it air dry completely. After each use, allowing it to dry lightly will help it last longer.
With its gentle touch and airy feel, this Kok coaster makes for a quiet moment of comfort during your favorite drink time.
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
