Handwoven grass peace basket with a fitted lid and traditional umuraza pattern.
Black and white handwoven grass peace basket with intricate umuraza weaving.
Handwoven grass peace basket in black and white with a traditional pattern.
Handwoven peace basket in white and black grass with intricate craftsmanship.
Handwoven black and white grass peace basket with a fitted lid.
Handwoven white and black grass peace basket with a traditional lidded design.
Handwoven grass peace basket with a fitted lid and traditional umuraza pattern.
Black and white handwoven grass peace basket with intricate umuraza weaving.
Handwoven grass peace basket in black and white with a traditional pattern.
Handwoven peace basket in white and black grass with intricate craftsmanship.
Handwoven black and white grass peace basket with a fitted lid.
Handwoven white and black grass peace basket with a traditional lidded design.
Azizi Life Inc

Traditional Peace Basket - Handwoven Grass

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ABOUT THIS PRODUCT

A traditional Rwandan peace basket, rich with meaning. Handwoven from valley grasses and banana leaves over a papyrus frame, this lidded basket carries the umuraza pattern - the story of two friends traveling Rwanda's hills together, sharing the gifts of their harvest. By tradition, brides present these baskets to their new mothers-in-law; they're equally at home displayed or storing dry goods like beans and rice. Each takes about a week to weave and stands roughly 12.5 inches tall with a fitted lid.

  • Choose your color: Black & Natural White or Natural White & Black
  • Height: Approx. 12.5" with fitted lid
  • Material: Valley grasses and banana leaves over a papyrus frame
  • Pattern: Traditional umuraza

Handwoven by Rwandan artisans through Azizi Life, where 760+ makers work in independent cooperatives through fair trade partnerships. Each basket is unique.

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Azizi Life works with more than 760 artisans across about 60 cooperatives in rural Rwanda, each group specializing in traditional techniques passed down through generations.

Every piece is made by hand from local natural materials - sisal, forest grasses, banana leaf, and local wood - so small variations are part of the craft. Through fair-trade partnerships, the work provides steady income for artisan families and helps fund community programs like adult literacy.

• Valley grasses, naturally harvested
• Banana leaves, sustainably sourced
• Papyrus frame for structural support
• Natural plant-based materials throughout

• Height: Approximately 12.5 inches (including lid)
• Construction: Woven over papyrus frame foundation
• Lid closure: Snap-on alignment system from back to front
• Crafting time: One week per basket by single artisan

  • Fair Trade Federation Member
  • Handwoven
  • Natural Sisal Fiber
  • Made in Rwanda
  • Artisan-Made

• Dust gently with smooth, dry cloth to maintain natural fibers
• Use feather duster for detailed cleaning between weave patterns
• Store in dry environment away from excessive moisture
• Handle lid carefully when opening and closing to preserve snap mechanism

Q: What does the umuraza pattern mean?
A: It represents two friends walking together through Rwanda's hills, carrying gifts from their harvest to share.

Q: What is the tradition behind peace baskets?
A: They are traditionally given by a bride to her new mother-in-law, then displayed or used to store precious items like beans and rice.

Q: What is it made of?
A: Valley grasses and banana leaves handwoven over a papyrus frame for structure.

Q: How does the lid work, and how big is it?
A: The fitted lid snaps on by aligning it back-to-front. The basket stands about 12.5 inches tall with the lid on.

Q: Can I store food in it?
A: Yes - it is traditionally used for dry goods like beans and rice, as well as keepsakes.

Q: How long does it take to make?
A: About a week of handweaving by a single artisan, through fair-trade partnerships in Rwanda.

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  7. Ethical Production – Fair labor and responsible practices
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  9. Positive Energy – Made with love, gratitude, and good intention
  10. Conscious Packaging – Minimal, recyclable, or biodegradable materials

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