SWAZILAND SUSTAINABLE BASKETS

The Swaziland baskets are designed by local weavers who use sisal plant fibres to create sustainable ways to store items in the home. Sisal is a succulent agave bush with large fleshy leaves that grows in Swaziland as a weed. Its fibrous strength lends itself to be a great material for basket weaving. The Swaziland baskets hold their structure for years due to their expert design and tight weave. For over 30 years this line of Swaziland baskets have been hand woven in a variety of bold colors and African inspired patterns. Over 1,000 Swazi women have been educated on how to make these baskets, executed by hand using a fine coiling technique. One 7-inch basket takes over 30 hours to weave in a meticulous and time-intensive process. Swaziland baskets are recognized around the world for their beauty and high-quality, paving the way into the sphere of fine design. The sustainable baskets are durable and long lasting, great for a side table or kitchen table centerpiece. All of these sustainable baskets are graded according to the refinement in the finish and the level of mastery achieved by the weaver. Non-toxic dyes are used to create a wide range of colors and patterns.

Explore modern pieces inspired by traditional African culture with Maasai beadwork found in the Tanzania home decor collection. The unique wall art and jewelry in 54kibo’s Tanzania home decor collection is made up of function art created using the Maasai beadwork African design tradition. The ethically made Tanzania home decor and jewelry are handcrafted by local women artisans. Maasai beadwork embodies the Maasai culture in which both men and women are adorned in hand beaded jewelry that they wear during different occasions throughout their lives. Artwork in the Maasai collection signifies strength and beauty, beads being a symbol of beauty in their culture. Each Tanzania home decor piece is made up of small glass beads from Czech Republic that were first introduced to the Maasai people by Arab traders in the 19th Century. The decorative Maasai beadwork designs bring texture and dimension to the walls of a modern home. These minimalist pieces are designed in a variety of unique geometric patterns. The intricate Maasai beadwork is recognized around the world as an intersection of high quality design and unique beauty. Explore Tanzania home decor and invigorate the home with a modern spin on traditional beadwork design. Or shop for a piece of hand beaded jewelry for a meaningful gift for a friend or loved one.