Tricolor Woven Basket with Leather Handle - Circle of Joy & Journey – Enkito e Emayian (Step of Celebration).

Tricolor Woven Basket with Leather Handle - Circle of Joy & Journey – Enkito e Emayian (Step of Celebration).

More than a basket—this piece is a woven invocation of movement, memory, and festive rhythm.

Introducing the Enkito e Emayian Circle of Joy & Journey: a vibrant basket crafted from natural fibers, featuring horizontal bands of yellow, green, and pink. The reddish-brown leather-wrapped handle adds tactile warmth and ceremonial strength. Resting atop other woven treasures—including a black-and-yellow striped mat and multicolored textiles—this basket radiates celebration and cultural pride. Perfect for gifting rituals, boutique interiors, or market hosting, it transforms utility into artistry and texture into storytelling.

Artisan Connection:

Handwoven by cooperatives in Nyeri, Kenya, the basket is shaped using coiling and plaiting techniques that reflect Maasai shield symbolism and seasonal rhythm. The color palette evokes elemental harmony—yellow for joy, green for growth, pink for compassion, and red for vitality. The leather handle is stitched by hand, offering durability and a grounded grip.

Symbolism in Material & Form:

• Yellow band: Joy, light, and ceremonial warmth.

• Green band: Growth, breath, and renewal.

• Pink band: Compassion, softness, and ancestral care.

• Red leather handle: Strength, movement, and festive energy.

• Circular mat: Continuity, grounding, and ritual rhythm.

Features & Benefits:

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

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

• Culturally rooted craftsmanship: Each piece tells a story.

• Modular design: Pairs beautifully with woven mats, carved vessels, or affirmation scrolls.

Product Details:

• Basket Height: Approx. 35 cm.

• Handle Material: Reddish-brown leather.

• Materials: Sisal, baobab fiber, leather, cotton, natural dyes.

• Care Instructions: Keep dry. Dust gently. Spot clean leather with damp cloth.

Carry with color. Celebrate with rhythm. Support an artisan.

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