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Arc Bowl - Song of the Weaver

Arc Bowl - Song of the Weaver

£220.00
£220.00
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Handmade with love by the eSwatini women

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Drawing inspiration from the Song of the Weaver biography baskets, the Arc Bowl intricately reflects Siphiwe’s life journey. As the pillar of her homestead, Siphiwe began weaving after leaving school due to pregnancy, supporting her growing family of seven children. Despite hardships, including her husband’s departure and the loss of their cattle, she rebuilt her life with income from Gone Rural, establishing a new home and livestock. The bowl’s design elements—such as the bone representing her strength, the goat skull symbolizing the ritual upon her husband’s return, and the metal disc denoting his bicycle visits—capture the layers of her resilient story.

 

Materials

Lutindzi - is sourced directly from the mountains of eSwatini It is sustainably harvested by cutting above the root and is proven to be waterproof and stain-resistant due to its strong, waxy finish.

Sisal - a regenerating weed from the Lavumisa area of eSwatini, provides a fine fibre that can be dyed a spectrum of bright and light colours.

Lukhasi - a strong, thick grass which is found in the swamp areas and used in its raw form as the strengthening core of our sturdy products

Reclaimed Fabric

All fibres are dyed using environmentally friendly German dyes imported from South Africa

Shipping & Returns

A simple flat rate of £6.50 to mainland UK
We offer free shipping for orders over £75

Dimensions

63cm diameter, widest 66cm, height 18-21cm

Care Instructions

This product is easy to clean using a damp cloth or a dry brush (a toothbrush works well for finer areas). The grass’s natural waxy coating helps it resist liquid spillages, though it's best not to let liquids sit for too long. Occasionally placing the product on a radiator or near a hot aga can help eliminate bacteria—just ensure it's safe to do so and not exposed to direct heat for extended periods.

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Weaving together tradition with innovation these beautiful grass woven coasters are hand made by rural artisans in Swaziland, providing home based employed for over 750 women.

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