The Utopia Collection | Meet The Artisans

From planting the sisal, to a finished handwoven basket, it takes up to two and a half years to create The Basket Room’s baskets! We think this labour of love is worth it to create unique handwoven baskets you’ll treasure for many years to come.  When you buy our baskets, you’re not just getting a piece of art. You’re also helping support subsistence farmers in Africa, who create these woven marvels alongside their day-to-day work.  See what it takes to create your handwoven baskets, step by step.

Now summer's in full swing, do you have any trips planned? If so, you’ll probably need a stylish, practical, and above all, sizeable woven weekend bag. And that’s where our latest woven bags come in. Introducing two new woven weekend bags, designed exclusively for The Basket Room by renowned British accessories designer Hannah Harrison. Hannah's worked with us in the past, with her bags proving very popular. Her clients also include Lulu Guinness, Orla Kiely, Paul Smith and Jigsaw. 

Is your social feed full of stripes? Ours is, and we're here for this trend making such a big comeback (did it ever really go away?) Stripes are an enduring favourite in both fashion and home décor for three good reasons: they’re chic, simple and timeless. 

Whether you choose bold Breton style stripes, playful pinstripes or organic stripes, they’re sure to add style and character to your home. So what are the best ways to incorporate stripes into your home? Read on for our top 5 ways to use stripes in your home décor.