Rolled Straw Mats with Woven Ensemble - Circle of Ground & Grace – Enkito e Oltau (Step of Gathering).

Rolled Straw Mats with Woven Ensemble - Circle of Ground & Grace – Enkito e Oltau (Step of Gathering).

More than mats—these rolls are woven invocations of rhythm, rest, and rooted tradition.

Introducing the Enkito e Oltau Circle of Ground & Grace: a storefront display of handwoven straw mats, each rolled and upright like ceremonial scrolls of breath and belonging. Surrounded by baskets and trays crafted from natural fibers, this ensemble transforms everyday utility into cultural offering. Designed for boutique interiors, ritual spaces, or gifting traditions, these mats carry the spirit of grounding into every step.

Artisan Connection:

Woven by cooperatives in Nyeri, Kenya, the mats are crafted from dried straw and baobab fiber using traditional plaiting and coiling techniques. Their cylindrical form evokes scrolls, pillars, and ancestral tools of rest. The surrounding baskets and trays deepen the narrative—each piece a vessel of rhythm, memory, and movement.

Symbolism in Material & Form:

• Rolled mats: Grounding, breath, and ceremonial rhythm.

• Cylindrical shape: Containment, continuity, and spiritual layering.

• Woven baskets & trays: Offering, memory, and cultural lineage.

• Storefront setting: Visibility, welcome, and artisan pride.

• Tiled pavement: Foundation, clarity, and rooted rhythm.

Features & Benefits:

• Natural materials: Straw, baobab fiber, sisal.

• Functional styling: Ideal for seating, meditation, or gifting rituals.

• Culturally rooted craftsmanship: Each piece tells a story.

• Modular design: Stackable, portable, and versatile.

Product Details:

• Mat Height (Rolled): Approx. 90 cm.

• Diameter: Approx. 15–20 cm.

• Materials: Straw, baobab fiber, natural dyes.

• Care Instructions: Keep dry. Dust gently. Avoid prolonged sun exposure.

Ground with grace. Gather with rhythm. Support an artisan.

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