Sabai Grass Products: A Buyer's Guide to Uses, Prices and Care (2026)
Sabai grass products are handwoven baskets, boxes, bags, trays and wall plates made from Eulaliopsis binata, a tough, low-water grass from eastern India. At GrassCrafts they start at ₹399 for a basket planter and go up to ₹1,850 for a leather-handle tote, and they are plastic-free and biodegradable. This guide explains what to buy for each use, what it costs, and how to look after it.
By Sristi Dey, founder, GrassCrafts
What are Sabai grass products?
Sabai grass (Eulaliopsis binata) is called Sabai ghas in Odisha and Babui ghas in Bengal. It grows in the dry forest areas of Odisha, West Bengal, Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh and needs very little water. Artisans twist the blades into rope or coil and stitch them into shapes. Our pieces are made by artisans in Odisha and West Bengal. If you want the story of the fibre itself, read our Sabai grass craft story or the Sabai grass explainer. You can also read the botanical background on Wikipedia.
What can you buy in Sabai grass, and what does it cost?
These are the "from" prices of active products in our Sabai grass collection. Many products come in several sizes or colours, so check the product page for the exact price.
| Product | Best for | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| Sabai grass basket planter (small, medium, big) | Pot covers, plants, storage | ₹399 |
| Sabai grass wall plates (10 designs) | Wall décor | ₹450 |
| Round Sabai grass table mat | Dining table | ₹480 |
| Round Sabai grass gift box with lid | Gifting, jewellery | ₹560 |
| Lidded basket with wooden handle (S / M / L) | Storage, hampers | ₹699 |
| Sabai grass gift box for jewellery, puja and dry fruit | Gifting, puja | ₹750 |
| Round jewellery basket | Dresser, vanity | ₹899 |
| Bespoke rectangular tray | Serving, bedside | ₹1,299 |
| Kitchen basket with iron frame | Fruit and vegetables | ₹1,350 |
| Sabai Grand Floor Basket | Floor storage, laundry | ₹1,399 |
| Hexagonal desk organiser | Office, corporate gifts | ₹1,599 |
| Tote bag with leather handles | Everyday carry | ₹1,850 |
Shipping across India is free on orders above ₹1,300.
Which Sabai grass product should you buy?
For storage at home
Choose a basket with a frame or a lid if you want it to hold its shape. The kitchen basket suits fruit and vegetables, the lidded basket hides clutter, and the floor basket works for bulkier items. More options are in our storage baskets.
For gifting
Boxes with lids make the most useful gifts because the recipient keeps them for jewellery, dry fruit or puja items. The round gift boxes come in several colours and the gift box is the lowest-priced option. For hampers, see the wedding gift hampers and corporate gifts.
For plants
The Sabai grass planters are meant as pot covers and basket planters. Keep the plant in its own plastic or ceramic pot inside, so water never touches the weave.
For the table and the wall
Round table mats and wall plates are the easiest way to add a handwoven look to a room without taking up space. Wall plates come in 10 designs and in sets.
For the office and for carrying
The hexagonal desk organiser works as a pen and stationery holder. For carrying, the leather-handle tote is our lowest-priced Sabai bag.
How do you choose a good Sabai grass product?
- Look at the weave. Tight, even coils with firm stitching are a good sign. Loose ends should be tucked in.
- Match the shape to the job. Frames and lids keep their shape; open baskets are better for light items.
- Expect small variations. Each piece is handmade, so size and colour can differ slightly from the photo.
- Check the size on the product page before you order, especially for planters and boxes.
How is a Sabai grass product made?
The long blades are dried, then twisted into a rope or coiled by hand. The coils are stitched round and round into the shape of a basket, box, tray or plate, and the fibre can be dyed so artisans can make many colours. Because every coil is placed by hand, a piece can take real time to finish, and no two are exactly alike. In districts such as Mayurbhanj in Odisha and Purulia in West Bengal, Sabai weaving is an important livelihood, much of it done by women working from home, often organised through self-help groups.
Which Sabai grass products suit weddings, hotels and offices?
- Weddings: lidded baskets and round gift boxes work as reusable return gifts and hamper packing. See our wedding return gift basket guide.
- Hotels and cafés: table mats, trays, storage baskets and planters add a natural look to rooms and tables.
- Offices and corporate gifting: the desk organiser and gift boxes are easy to pack and give. Our corporate gifting guide has more ideas.
What can you buy in Sabai grass by budget?
- Under ₹600: basket planters (from ₹399), small wall plates (from ₹450), round table mats (from ₹480) and round gift boxes (from ₹560).
- ₹600 to ₹1,500: the lidded basket (from ₹699), the gift box (₹750), the jewellery basket (₹899), the rectangular tray (₹1,299) and the kitchen basket (₹1,350).
- Above ₹1,500: the hexagonal desk organiser (from ₹1,599) and the leather-handle tote (₹1,850).
Prices are the lowest variant price on each product page and can change, so confirm the current price before you order. Orders above ₹1,300 ship free across India, so combining a planter, a table mat and a box often gets you past that mark.
How do you care for Sabai grass?
Dust or wipe with a dry cloth. Keep it away from long exposure to water and harsh sun; if a piece gets wet, dry it in shade. Store it in a dry, airy place.
Why choose Sabai grass over plastic or other fibres?
Sabai grass is strong, biodegradable and plastic-free. It grows with minimal irrigation and its roots help bind soil. If you are still deciding, our jute, water hyacinth, Sabai and cane comparison sets them side by side.
Frequently asked questions
What are Sabai grass products used for?
Storage baskets, gift boxes, bags, wall décor, planters, trays and table mats. All are plastic-free and biodegradable.
How much do Sabai grass products cost in India?
At GrassCrafts, prices start at ₹399 for a basket planter and ₹450 for a wall plate. Gift boxes start at ₹560, and the leather-handle tote starts at ₹1,850. See the table above for more.
Are Sabai grass baskets waterproof?
No. Keep them away from long exposure to water. If one gets wet, dry it in shade.
Can I use a Sabai grass basket as a planter?
Yes, as a pot cover. Place the plant in its own pot inside the basket so water does not reach the weave.
Where can I buy Sabai grass products online?
On the GrassCrafts Sabai grass collection, with free shipping in India on orders above ₹1,300.
Can I order Sabai grass products in bulk for weddings, hotels or corporate gifting?
Yes, we take bulk orders with colour and size options on request. See wholesale and corporate gifting.
Ordering in bulk for a wedding, hotel or company? WhatsApp +91 62907 44782.