This basket is woven from a grass that grows wild in wetlands, called Kok in Thailand.
On this page, we introduce small basket with refreshing open weave.

“Cantaloupe” is one of the melon species that is widely grown in Thailand.

This basket is used as its “Cantaloupe container”.

The handle is made by joining the core material at the apex and wrapping a cock around the top.
Therefore, if the handle is pulled strongly from side to side or excessive weight
is concentrated on a part of the handbag, the handle may be damaged.
Please handle with care.

However, Kok is a flexible and durable material.
We are sure that it will support you well as a going-out bag or a shopping bag.

When storing them, it is best to keep them in a well-ventilated room where they will not accumulate moisture.
We recommend placing it on a high shelf or hanging it rather than leaving it on the floor,
and if you have a two-story house, placing it on the second floor rather than the first floor.

It is soft to the touch and light to the touch.
Please enjoy it with your walking and shopping.

–Kok baskets in Thailand–

Kok is a plant of the Cyperaceae group that is found in wetlands
and can be twisted by hand to make a strong rope.

In Thailand, it is harvested throughout the year, is easy to process,
and can be used to make various types of strong baskets using only Kok.
Also used for the handles of Kachū baskets because of its strength.

Most of the makers are women in their 30s to 70s,
and they operate their basket weaving business as a group or as a family unit in the village or hamlet.

The baskets shown here are made in a highland area about 200 meters above sea level in northeastern Thailand.