Striped Basket with Dried Flowers - Circle of Warmth & Offering – Enkito e Oltau (Step of Gathering).

Striped Basket with Dried Flowers - Circle of Warmth & Offering – Enkito e Oltau (Step of Gathering).

More than a vessel—this basket is a woven invocation of memory, movement, and seasonal grace.

Introducing the Enkito e Oltau Circle of Warmth & Offering: a rounded basket crafted from natural fibers, featuring horizontal stripes in earthy tones of brown, orange, red, and blue. Its sturdy red-wrapped handles evoke readiness and ritual. Nestled inside is a dried floral arrangement of white daisies and bunny tail grass—soft, symbolic, and timeless. Placed beside a wooden bench and door, this piece transforms containment into ceremony and color into comfort.

Artisan Connection:

Handwoven by cooperatives in Nyeri, Kenya, the basket is shaped using coiling and plaiting techniques that reflect Maasai shield symbolism and Kikuyu seasonal rituals. The dried flowers are locally sourced and arranged to evoke ancestral offerings and domestic grace.

Symbolism in Material & Form:

• Rounded basket: Containment, rhythm, and ceremonial layering.

• Red handles: Vitality, movement, and tactile strength.

• Striped weave: Earth, warmth, and visual chant.

• Dried daisies: Memory, purity, and seasonal breath.

• Bunny tail grass: Softness, continuity, and ancestral whisper.

• Natural fibers: Earth, resilience, and artisan pride.

Features & Benefits:

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

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

• Culturally rooted craftsmanship: Each piece tells a story.

• Versatile use: Storage, decor, or ritual offering.

Product Details:

• Basket Dimensions: Approx. 35 cm height × 30 cm diameter.

• Handle Wraps: Cotton thread, naturally dyed.

• Floral Contents: Dried daisies, bunny tail grass.

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

Offer with warmth. Gather with grace. Support an artisan.

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