Hand-Woven Water Hyacinth Heritage Basket | GrassCrafts

Don't Just Give a Gift. Give a Heritage Piece.

The hamper that gets thrown away after the party is not a gift — it's packaging. The Heritage Basket is different. Its intricate open-weave pattern makes it feel more like an art piece than a container, which is exactly why recipients keep it long after the occasion has passed.

Hand-woven from premium water hyacinth, it's the ideal vessel for curated eco-hampers — fill it with artisan candles, organic teas, or handmade chocolates and present something that will be remembered. Or keep it for yourself: as a bedside companion, a nursery organiser, or a refined home accent that tells a story.

Why It Belongs in Your Home — or Theirs

• Intricate open-weave pattern — feels like an art piece, not just storage
• Naturally moisture-resistant — wipe-clean and built to last
• Perfect gift vessel: eco-hampers, baby showers, housewarmings, festive gifting
• Versatile everyday use: books, scarves, nursery toys, keepsakes
• 100% natural water hyacinth — sustainable luxury
• Merges traditional Indian grasscrafts with modern minimalist aesthetic
• Each basket is uniquely hand-woven — no two are identical

Dimensions

12" L × 9" H × 5" W

Free shipping on orders from ₹1,299.

Care Instructions

• Wipe clean with a dry or slightly damp cloth — avoid soaking or submerging in water
• Keep away from prolonged direct sunlight to preserve the natural colour
• Store in a dry, well-ventilated space to prevent moisture build-up
• Reshape gently if needed — the natural fibres respond well to light misting and air-drying

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this basket food-safe?
The Heritage Basket is not intended for direct food contact. It is ideal as a decorative hamper vessel — line it with tissue paper or fabric before placing food items inside.

What can I store in it?
Books, scarves, nursery toys, keepsakes, artisan candles, organic teas, chocolates, stationery — anything you'd like to display beautifully. It works equally well as a bedside organiser or a living room accent piece.

Is it suitable for outdoor use?
It's best used indoors or in covered outdoor spaces. Prolonged exposure to rain or direct sun can affect the natural fibres over time.

How is each basket unique?
Every Heritage Basket is hand-woven by skilled artisans, meaning the weave pattern, texture, and tone will vary slightly from piece to piece. This is a mark of authenticity, not a defect.

Is water hyacinth sustainable?
Yes. Water hyacinth is an invasive aquatic plant — harvesting it for craft actually helps restore local ecosystems. Our baskets divert approximately 850g of plant matter that would otherwise choke waterways, while saving an estimated 2,400 litres of water compared to conventional materials.

Can I use this as a gift hamper?
Absolutely — it's designed for it. The open-weave structure and artisan finish make it a gift in itself. Many customers use it as the centrepiece of eco-hampers for Diwali, Christmas, baby showers, and corporate gifting.

What is the difference between Kauna, Sabai, and Water Hyacinth grass?

Kauna is commonly woven into structured baskets and organisers; Sabai is used in coiled or stitched baskets, trays and table accessories; water hyacinth uses dried stems for a visibly textured weave. Select by the product's construction, finish, intended use and care requirements.

How do you clean and maintain a water hyacinth basket?

Dust the basket regularly with a soft brush or dry cloth and keep it in a ventilated, dry place. Avoid soaking, machine washing and prolonged damp storage. If spot-cleaning is suitable for the specific finish, use minimal moisture and let the basket dry completely in shade.

Are GrassCrafts hampers suitable for bulk corporate and wedding return gifting?

GrassCrafts accepts enquiries for bulk gifting baskets for corporate events, festive hampers, weddings and return gifts. Share the required quantity, dimensions, delivery city and event date. Design availability, customisation, minimum quantities, pricing and production timelines are confirmed against each brief.