Rectangular Woven Basket Trio - Circle of Nesting & Grace – Enkito e Oltau (Step of Gathering).

Rectangular Woven Basket Trio - Circle of Nesting & Grace – Enkito e Oltau (Step of Gathering).

More than storage—this trio is a woven invocation of order, breath, and elemental beauty.

Introducing the Enkito e Oltau Circle of Nesting & Grace: three rectangular baskets crafted from natural fibers, each fitting seamlessly within the next. With clean lines, cut-out handles, and a warm straw-toned texture, these baskets offer both function and visual rhythm. Resting on soft fabric beside a leafy branch, the ensemble evokes domestic calm and ceremonial containment.

Artisan Connection:

Handwoven by cooperatives in Nyeri, Kenya, the baskets are shaped using plaiting and coiling techniques that reflect Kikuyu hosting traditions and Maasai gathering rituals. Their nesting form speaks to layered care, seasonal rhythm, and intentional living.

Symbolism in Material & Form:

• Rectangular shape: Structure, clarity, and sacred alignment.

• Nested design: Breath, rhythm, and ceremonial layering.

• Straw tones: Earth, warmth, and visual softness.

• Leaf accent: Renewal, grounding, and seasonal grace.

• Cut-out handles: Readiness, movement, and tactile care.

Features & Benefits:

• Natural materials: Sisal, baobab fiber, raffia, cotton.

• Functional styling: Ideal for gifting, boutique display, or ceremonial hosting.

• Culturally rooted craftsmanship: Each piece tells a story.

• Modular design: Use nested or separately for layered impact.

Product Details:

• Basket Sizes: Approx. 30 × 20 × 15 cm to 45 × 30 × 20 cm.

• Materials: Sisal, baobab fiber, raffia, cotton.

• Care Instructions: Keep dry. Dust gently. Rotate seasonally.

Contain with grace. Nest with rhythm. Support an artisan.

Add the Circle of Nesting & Grace to your space and carry the spirit of Kenyan craftsmanship into every breath and belonging.