{"product_id":"extra-grote-wasmand-vierkante-boho-mand-geweven-decoratieve-mand-opslagmand-gemaakt-van-natuurlijke-waterhyacint-2-maten-mentari","title":"MENTARI – Handmade laundry basket, storage basket made of water hyacinth","description":"\u003cp\u003eMake tidying up part of your interior with \u003cstrong\u003eMENTARI\u003c\/strong\u003e, a generous hand-woven basket made from natural water hyacinth. The warm nuances in the fibres and the calm, understated shape give the basket a natural look that effortlessly fits into a boho, rustic, or modern interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMENTARI offers ample space for laundry, blankets, toys, or other items you want to keep neatly out of sight. Thanks to the sturdy integrated handles, you can easily move the basket from the bedroom to the bathroom or living room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe basket is available in \u003cstrong\u003eL and XL\u003c\/strong\u003e. The different sizes can be nested when not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNaturally strong and practical\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter drying, water hyacinth forms a strong and durable plant fibre. The thick strands give MENTARI its robust structure, while the natural weave retains a warm and distinctive look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated handles are directly incorporated into the weave, making the basket practical for daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach MENTARI is entirely handmade. Small differences in colour, shape, and dimensions are therefore possible and are part of the material's natural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrom aquatic plant to hand-woven basket\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater hyacinth is a tropical aquatic plant that grows on lakes and rivers. Although the plant originated in South America, it has also spread widely across Southeast Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Indonesia, water hyacinth is considered an invasive plant. Its rapid growth can create dense layers on the water's surface, reducing light and oxygen in the water. Therefore, the plants are regularly removed from the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter harvesting, the leaves are cut off, and the sturdy stems are \u003cstrong\u003edried in the sun for approximately three to seven days\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis creates a strong natural fibre that can then be used to make baskets and other hand-woven home accessories. This way, an abundant plant gains a new function as a raw material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo to three hours of handcraft\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMENTARI is made in Central Java, Indonesia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperienced artisans carefully weave the dried water hyacinth around a specially crafted wooden frame. This frame determines the precise shape and dimensions of the basket during weaving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing long needles and sturdy cords, the different fibre parts are accurately connected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Soeji, making one MENTARI basket takes an average of \u003cstrong\u003etwo to three hours\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eArtisanally and responsibly produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoeji states that it collaborates with small-scale family businesses of approximately 20 to 30 employees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen selecting production partners, attention is paid to fair pay, safe working conditions, and reasonable working hours. The baskets are made by adult and experienced artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlder skilled workers who can no longer work in agriculture can also continue to use their knowledge and traditional handicraft techniques in this way and pass them on to the next generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause almost all steps of the production process are carried out by hand, relatively little machine production is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLength: approx. 49 cm\u003cbr\u003eWidth: approx. 40 cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight: approx. 29 cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: approx. 2.53 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLength: approx. 65 cm\u003cbr\u003eWidth: approx. 48 cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight: approx. 34 cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: approx. 4.54 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe height is measured without the handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the handmade production process and the natural properties of water hyacinth, colour, shape, and dimensions may vary slightly. 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