What is Jute?

Jute is an incredibly fast growing fibrous plant, it takes just 3 months to grow to 15 feet! It doesn’t need to be treated with any chemical pesticides or fertilisers, grows much quicker than crops such as cotton, and can also be grown using natural rainfall rather than expensive and unsustainable irrigation systems.

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How is Jute Used?

During harvest the jute fibres are cut and bundled and the inner stem and outer fibres get separated. Once dry the outer fibres are taken to the jute mills to be woven into jute yarn.

Our jute baskets are made by weaving jute yarn around the raw inner jute stem - making a chunky and durable jute rope. We then coil this jute rope into our wonderful baskets, sewing the rope in place using sewing machines.

We’ve included coloured jute rope in our baskets too - all dyes used are of course azo free.

Why is Jute a Sustainable Material?

Jute is an environmentally friendly material. It's biodegradable, recyclable, and can even be composted. Jute plants absorb CO2 and release oxygen more efficiently than trees. By transforming jute into stylish baskets, we elevate this sustainable material and create products that are both beautiful and eco-conscious.

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    Jute plants are easy to grow with little need for fertilisers or pesticides and have a high yield per acre. They absorb more CO2 than trees so are good for the air, and are enriching for the soil.