Balai storage basket

• Made from stable, sustainable water hyacinth
• With its practical handles, it is perfect as a laundry basket or for plants
• Plastic-free packaging
• 100% handmade and fair trade


This heavy, sturdy, and high-quality basket, carefully woven from water hyacinth, is versatile. Exotic houseplants, in particular, complement the warm color of Balai beautifully.

The interplay of lighter and darker water hyacinth fibers makes each balai unique. The robust material requires minimal maintenance and retains its shape even after years of use.

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Dimensions & Weight:

(Height (excluding handles) x Diameter)
M: 32x28 cm; 1.40 kg
L: 37x39 cm; 2.00 kg
XL: 40x45 cm; 2.64 kg

Our products are artfully crafted, unique pieces. Due to the handmade nature of the products and natural variations in the materials, they may vary slightly in size, color, and shape.

➤ Shipping & Returns:

• We ship with DHL from our warehouse in Germany; the packaging is plastic-free.
• Delivery within the EU takes only 2 to 5 working days.

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Material: Water hyacinth

Our baskets are made from plant fibers. They therefore smell and feel wonderfully natural.

The water hyacinth is a tropical aquatic plant that grows along rivers and lakes. Originally from South America, it has also been introduced to Southeast Asia. There, it is considered a weed because it multiplies incredibly quickly and can cover entire bodies of water with a carpet of leaves. The resulting lack of light and oxygen leads to the death of all aquatic life, which is why the plants must be removed regularly. To prepare the plants for further processing, the leaves are cut off and the thick stems are dried in the sun for three to seven days. The result is a sustainable raw material that is available in abundance for many basketry products here at Soeji!

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Production site:

This basket is handmade in Java, Indonesia.
When selecting our local producers, we prioritize fair wages and good working conditions. In the factories where we source our goods, we work exclusively with adult and experienced artisans. No harmful chemicals are used in the manufacturing process. Because all steps are done by hand, the production process generates minimal greenhouse gas emissions. We ensure all of this through regular on-site visits and ongoing personal contact with the companies.