Rattan Laundry Basket
Rattan Laundry Basket
Fair trade crafted rattan laundry basket.
- Sturdy basket with dual handles
- Beautiful earthy grey rattan
- Empowering artisans
We cannot keep up with the demand for these sturdy, beautiful baskets. They are lightweight, look great and support a community of basket weavers in Indonesia.
Kubu is a technique where the harvested rattan is submerged in a pond of mud and leaves for about four weeks - before weaving the baskets. It is a natural treatment against woodworm and other bugs, and the rattan changes colour to an earthy pale grey.
The generous size of this laundry basket is excellent for its purpose but not so great for posting it to you. The average delivery cost is not far off the amount you pay for the basket. Therefore we do not offer our standard delivery service and charges on this item. These terms apply to the order of these baskets:
- A limit of one basket per order. From sending many of these around Australia, we have discovered it is more economical to deliver each separately. You are welcome to do multiple orders if you want more than one basket.
- A set delivery fee of $25 per basket. We already heavily subsidies the cost of delivery by charging only $25. You can certainly fill up the basket with other goodies, but the free shipping offer will not be applied
- Standard delivery anywhere in Australia only. (Express delivery is not available- they are just too big.)
- Free local delivery within 5km of Blackburn.
- For other Melbourne areas, we can arrange click and collect. Please get in touch with us before ordering to arrange.
Please note you will be able to add more than one basket to your cart and purchase them. However, as you will only be charged the one $25 shipping fee, it will delay the arrival of your baskets as we sort out the outstanding payment. So the quickest and easiest way to have them in your home is to order one basket and then create separate orders for any other baskets.
We cannot keep up with the demand for these sturdy, beautiful baskets. They are lightweight, look great and support a community of basket weavers in Indonesia.
Kubu is a technique where the harvested rattan is submerged in a pond of mud and leaves for about four weeks - before weaving the baskets. It is a natural treatment against woodworm and other bugs, and the rattan changes colour to an earthy pale grey.
The generous size of this laundry basket is excellent for its purpose but not so great for posting it to you. The average delivery cost is not far off the amount you pay for the basket. Therefore we do not offer our standard delivery service and charges on this item. These terms apply to the order of these baskets:
- A limit of one basket per order. From sending many of these around Australia, we have discovered it is more economical to deliver each separately. You are welcome to do multiple orders if you want more than one basket.
- A set delivery fee of $25 per basket. We already heavily subsidies the cost of delivery by charging only $25. You can certainly fill up the basket with other goodies, but the free shipping offer will not be applied
- Standard delivery anywhere in Australia only. (Express delivery is not available- they are just too big.)
- Free local delivery within 5km of Blackburn.
- For other Melbourne areas, we can arrange click and collect. Please get in touch with us before ordering to arrange.
Please note you will be able to add more than one basket to your cart and purchase them. However, as you will only be charged the one $25 shipping fee, it will delay the arrival of your baskets as we sort out the outstanding payment. So the quickest and easiest way to have them in your home is to order one basket and then create separate orders for any other baskets.
Height - from top of handles to base - 36cm
Height - excluding handles - 28cm
Base 44cm x 37cm
Top Opening 47cm x 54 cm
100% Rattan
SKU FG19-Rattan-Basket
This Fair Trade rattan basket has travelled from the Cirebon region of Java, Indonesia. They are made in a small village setting providing income generation for the artisan and their families.
Kubu is a technique where the harvested rattan is submerged in a pond of mud and leaves for about four weeks - before weaving the baskets. It is a natural treatment against woodworm and other bugs and the rattan changes colour to an earthy pale grey. You will find bends, cracks and snip cuts which is part of the process of hand-weaving the Kubu rattan.
Use a garden hose to spray down and remove any loose debris. A light brushing also helps. You will especially need to do this if you have purchased a washing or laundry basket. The rattan will dry very quickly and your basket will be ready to use.
If you are not happy with your product, we offer you a 100% money-back guarantee.
Please return it to us, unused and in its original condition and packaging, within 30 days of purchase. We need proof of purchase to refund you fully. It's that easy.
Our full returns policy is here.
Our delivery details:
✅ Your order processed and packed ready for the courier within 24 hours: Monday - Friday. After 3pm Friday, orders are processed Monday morning.
✅ Eco friendly packaging: compostable or recycled materials.
✅ Free local delivery for Blackburn, Melbourne and 5 km surrounds.
✅ Free delivery in Australia with orders over $125. ( With one exception- due to their generous size, our laundry baskets have a set charge. Details are on the product's page.)
Standard Rates for Australia
$8.00 Satchel size
Less than 500gms e.g. one piece of jewellery, coasters and placemat sets.
$12.00 Handbag size
Slightly bulkier but under 1kg e.g. one small candle or multiple jewellery pieces.
$15.00 Shoebox size
Up to 3kg e.g. one small blanket, bowl or large candle.
$18.00 Briefcase size
Up to 5kg e.g. crossbody, & travel bags.
Most other large items are shipped for free.
Since the pandemic our couriers have been working harder than ever. But there are still sometimes delays and longer shipping times than pre COVID 19. Below is the delivery times prior to the pandemic, so we ask that you be patient if it is a little longer.
3 - 7 working days
for capital cities and large regional towns in Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, ACT, Tasmania and southern Queensland. Regional areas in these states and territory could take a little longer.
7 - 21 working days for other destinations within Australia.
All our delivery information including express service and international shipping rates are found here.
Meet the Makers
Fair Go Trading curates quality handmade products that offer a story of positive change for the artisans. They are endorsed by Fair Traders of Australia, committed to an Australian standard of Fair Trade aligned with principles set by the World Fair Trade Organisation.
