This basket is woven from Kok, a type of grass that grows naturally around marshy areas in Thailand. On this page, we introduce a Kok handbag with a braided detail at its center, available in two sizes—small and large.
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.The basket is woven in a way that wraps around the Kok braid, layering the weave over it.You can clearly see the rich, sturdy texture of the Kok grass.The rim is secured by weaving in the same stalks used to form the body.Here is the basket seen from above.The handles are also made from Kok. Several stalks are braided together to form each handle.Here is the connection point between the handle and the basket, seen from the outside. The handle is passed through the weave and securely anchored.This is the same connection point, seen from the inside. It is neatly finished to remain as discreet as possible.This is the underside of the basket. It is tightly woven with minimal gaps.Now, let us introduce the sizes one by one.This is the small size.With a generous base, it can hold everything you might need for a short outing.A long wallet, phone, keys, a small pouch, or a paperback book all fit comfortably inside.This is the large size.It offers plenty of space and is well-suited for those who tend to carry more.The handles are long enough to go over the shoulder, but since the base is wide and the Kok has natural bounce, it may feel more stable when carried on the arm.With its wide opening, you might also enjoy styling it with a cloth to suit the season or your personal taste.
Whether paired with a dress or with a casual outfit like jeans and a T-shirt, the style fits in effortlessly.
The lustrous texture of Kok can truly be appreciated here. Soft to the touch and gentle on fabric, the basket can be used with confidence.
For storage, we recommend keeping the basket in a well-ventilated room where humidity does not accumulate. Rather than placing it directly on the floor, a higher shelf is preferable. If you live in a two-story home, the second floor is better than the ground floor.
Light in the hand and pleasant to look at, this Kok basket brings a refreshing charm. We hope it will be part of your daily outings.
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. On this page, we introduce a Kok handbag with a braided detail at its center, available in two sizes—small and large.
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.The basket is woven in a way that wraps around the Kok braid, layering the weave over it.You can clearly see the rich, sturdy texture of the Kok grass.The rim is secured by weaving in the same stalks used to form the body.Here is the basket seen from above.The handles are also made from Kok. Several stalks are braided together to form each handle.Here is the connection point between the handle and the basket, seen from the outside. The handle is passed through the weave and securely anchored.This is the same connection point, seen from the inside. It is neatly finished to remain as discreet as possible.This is the underside of the basket. It is tightly woven with minimal gaps.Now, let us introduce the sizes one by one.This is the small size.With a generous base, it can hold everything you might need for a short outing.A long wallet, phone, keys, a small pouch, or a paperback book all fit comfortably inside.This is the large size.It offers plenty of space and is well-suited for those who tend to carry more.The handles are long enough to go over the shoulder, but since the base is wide and the Kok has natural bounce, it may feel more stable when carried on the arm.With its wide opening, you might also enjoy styling it with a cloth to suit the season or your personal taste.
Whether paired with a dress or with a casual outfit like jeans and a T-shirt, the style fits in effortlessly.
The lustrous texture of Kok can truly be appreciated here. Soft to the touch and gentle on fabric, the basket can be used with confidence.
For storage, we recommend keeping the basket in a well-ventilated room where humidity does not accumulate. Rather than placing it directly on the floor, a higher shelf is preferable. If you live in a two-story home, the second floor is better than the ground floor.
Light in the hand and pleasant to look at, this Kok basket brings a refreshing charm. We hope it will be part of your daily outings.
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. On this page, we introduce a Kok handbag with a braided detail at its center, available in two sizes—small and large.
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.The basket is woven in a way that wraps around the Kok braid, layering the weave over it.You can clearly see the rich, sturdy texture of the Kok grass.The rim is secured by weaving in the same stalks used to form the body.Here is the basket seen from above.The handles are also made from Kok. Several stalks are braided together to form each handle.Here is the connection point between the handle and the basket, seen from the outside. The handle is passed through the weave and securely anchored.This is the same connection point, seen from the inside. It is neatly finished to remain as discreet as possible.This is the underside of the basket. It is tightly woven with minimal gaps.Now, let us introduce the sizes one by one.This is the small size.With a generous base, it can hold everything you might need for a short outing.A long wallet, phone, keys, a small pouch, or a paperback book all fit comfortably inside.This is the large size.It offers plenty of space and is well-suited for those who tend to carry more.The handles are long enough to go over the shoulder, but since the base is wide and the Kok has natural bounce, it may feel more stable when carried on the arm.With its wide opening, you might also enjoy styling it with a cloth to suit the season or your personal taste.
Whether paired with a dress or with a casual outfit like jeans and a T-shirt, the style fits in effortlessly.
The lustrous texture of Kok can truly be appreciated here. Soft to the touch and gentle on fabric, the basket can be used with confidence.
For storage, we recommend keeping the basket in a well-ventilated room where humidity does not accumulate. Rather than placing it directly on the floor, a higher shelf is preferable. If you live in a two-story home, the second floor is better than the ground floor.
Light in the hand and pleasant to look at, this Kok basket brings a refreshing charm. We hope it will be part of your daily outings.
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
