Madirishya Basket
Celebrate artistry, meaning, and resilience with the Madirishya Basket, a limited-edition design created by refugee artisans in honor of World Refugee Day.
“Madirishya,” meaning “The Windows” in Kinyarwanda, was designed by Asinati N. and her cooperative, IGZ (Igisubizo), based in the Kigeme Refugee Camp. The cooperative’s name means “solutions,” reflecting their shared mission to create opportunity and strength within their community. This design was developed through a collaborative workshop in 2023, bringing Asinati’s vision to life as part of the HOPE Collection—each piece a labor of love and expression of hope.
Handwoven from locally sourced sisal and sweetgrass, this 12” wide by 3” high basket is hand-dyed in a mix of purple, white, and brown tones, creating a soft, organic pattern that feels both grounded and expressive. A built-in loop on the back allows for easy hanging, making it ideal as wall art, a fruit basket, or a meaningful accent piece in any space.
Dimensions: 12" diameter x 3" height
Colors: Brown, lavender, and white
Materials: Sisal and sweetgrass
Includes hanging loop
Handmade in Rwanda – Ethical & Sustainable
Due to its handmade nature, slight variations in size and color make each basket beautifully unique.
Each item is handcrafted using time-honored, heritage techniques, making each and every piece unique with slight variations.
Skilled artisans use a range of natural, raw materials sourced in Rwanda and Ghana including sweetgrass, banana leaf, bolga straw, raffia, organic yarn, palm leaf, and more.
Handwoven baskets should be kept dry. To clean, dust with a lint-free cloth.
We recommend keeping all handmade goods out of direct sunlight.
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Please Note: While our artisan partners do their best to keep us informed about inventory, occasional restock delays may occur. Each piece is handmade in small batches and thoughtfully imported, which can impact timing. In the rare event of a delay, we’ll always communicate clearly and keep you informed on when to expect your order. Thank you for your understanding and support of slow, intentional craftsmanship.
Return Policy: Unfortunately, made to order items including all art prints are not eligible for return. All other returns in new condition are accepted within 30 days of purchase for store credit. Learn more here.
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