Handwoven Kottan Basket.

Add a dash of color, pattern & texture to your home organization with our range of Kottan baskets. Kottans are handwoven palm leaf baskets made in the Chettinadu region of Tamil Nadu, India.

It was an integral part of every household, widely used for religious ceremonies, gift giving & daily storage. Once practiced as the leisurely activity of women from affluent families, the art of weaving Kottan baskets nearly went out of practice until it was slowly revived in the early 2000s. Today, the craft is being revived by teaching traditional patterns and techniques to small groups of village women in the Chettinadu region, with the aim of bringing back the art form and equipping local women with a sustainable source of income. These baskets are made using dried Palmyra palm leaves, which are dyed and woven into colorful baskets.

With its vibrant hues, eclectic geometrical patterns, and earthy textures, traditional Kottan baskets are a beautiful example of form meeting function. They are equally at home in a maximalist bohemian interior or as a pop of color in a minimalist or modern space. Use them as a catch-all basket in your entryway, a fruit or bread basket in the kitchen, or a utility basket for your coffee table—the possibilities are endless.