Details at a Glance
- Dimensions: 18 in. W x 12 in. H
- Material: 100% Wool
- Construction: Flat Braid, Handmade
- Pattern: Space-Dyed Multicolor
- Weight: 4.3 lbs
- Color Options: Greengrass, Walnut, Red Velvet, Wheat Field, Black Rock, Blue Dragon
- Outdoor Safe: No
- Reversible: No
- Country of Origin: USA
Crafted from 100% wool by American artisans using a traditional flat-braid technique, this basket brings dimensional texture and natural warmth to floor storage or open shelving. The Rhody Rug Astoria Wool Braided Handmade Basket is available at Uptown Sebastian with free shipping. Its 18-by-12-inch footprint holds folded blankets, toys, or craft supplies, and the space-dyed yarns mean no two pieces will ever match exactly.
How Is This Basket Actually Made?
Each one is individually braided by hand in the USA, where soft wool fibers are interlaced into flat strips and then shaped into the walls and base. That technique creates visible texture and natural give, so the basket flexes slightly under load yet holds its structure over daily use. Because the yarn is space-dyed -- color applied in random intervals before weaving -- every basket shows unique tonal variation along the braid.
What Can You Choose on This Basket?
You can select from six color palettes when you order:
- Greengrass
- Walnut
- Red Velvet
- Wheat Field
- Black Rock
- Blue Dragon
All options feature the same space-dyed multicolor effect, so expect subtle shifts in hue across the surface. Size variations of up to ±3% and slight dye-lot differences are part of the handmade character -- tolerable, expected, and a sign the piece was not stamped out by machine.
How Long Does It Take to Build?
Your basket is built to order in 8-10 weeks, which allows time for hand-braiding and the drying stage after final assembly. Once it ships, you'll receive free standard curbside delivery anywhere in the continental USA.
Where Should You Put a Handwoven Wool Basket?
Set it on the floor beside your sofa to hold two to four folded throws, or use it as a toy bin in a nursery where the soft fibers won't scratch wood floors. It also layers well on open shelving with smaller bowls and boxes -- add one to your curated baskets display, or pair it with throw pillows for textural contrast in bedrooms and dens. Because it's 18 inches wide, it fills floor space without crowding narrow alcoves.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I return a made-to-order basket?
- Because each basket is braided to order in your chosen color, it is not eligible for return unless it arrives damaged or defective -- Uptown Sebastian's 100% satisfaction guarantee covers any quality issue.
- Where is this basket made?
- It's handcrafted in the USA by Rhody Rug artisans who specialize in traditional flat-braid techniques.
- What do you put in a large woven basket in the living room?
- Common uses include throw blankets, magazines, remote controls, children's toys, or yarn and craft supplies -- anything that benefits from soft-sided containment.
- Are braided wool baskets durable enough for everyday storage?
- Yes -- 100% wool is naturally resilient, and the flat-braid construction withstands daily handling and moderate loads without unraveling.
- How do I clean a wool braided basket?
- Vacuum the surface with a soft brush attachment and spot-clean stains with a damp cloth; avoid full immersion in water, which can cause the wool to felt or shrink.
- Does Uptown Sebastian offer free shipping on baskets?
- Yes -- all orders ship free via standard curbside delivery to the continental USA, with no minimum purchase required.