VIB -jars are made of bioplastic, which combined with the stylish design with retro feeling is an unbeatable combination if you want to reduce use of plastic.

Bioplastic is an innovation of a Dutch company.

Benefits of bioplastic

• Low ecological footprint
• Nontoxic
• Biobased
• Biodegradable
• Made in Holland; relatively short transportation to FIN and responsible European production
• Natural look and feel

0.5 litre jar, diameter 11,5 cm, height 9,1 cm. Includes a brown cap. Colour broken soft green. Washed by hand.

The jar is of natural material and is disposed with mixed waste, producing green energy when burned. In case the jar ends up in nature, no worries. it is bio-degradable, do not contain hazardous substances and breaks down into minerals, not creating micro-plastics

VIB -jars are made of bioplastic, which combined with the stylish design with retro feeling is an unbeatable combination if you want to reduce use of plastic.

Bioplastic is an innovation of a Dutch company.

Benefits of bioplastic

• Low ecological footprint
• Nontoxic
• Biobased
• Biodegradable
• Made in Holland; relatively short transportation to FIN and responsible European production
• Natural look and feel

0.5 litre jar, diameter 11,5 cm, height 9,1 cm. Includes a cap. Colour natural, which is medium brown. Washed by hand.

The jar is of natural material and is disposed with mixed waste, producing green energy when burned. In case the jar ends up in nature, no worries. it is bio-degradable, do not contain hazardous substances and breaks down into minerals, not creating micro-plastics

Practical and naturally beautiful set of two baskets, suitable for bread or any other storage. The set has two baskets of different sizes. Sisal is a durable natural fibre, and no chemical poisons have been used in the production.

Measurements: basket 1 diameter 24 cm, height 7,5 cm; basket 2 diameter 20 cm, height 6,5 cm.

OBS! each item is unique and therefore the sizes may vary.

Product background

Kikoi sisal products are handmade by 2 groups of women in Kenya.The long sisal fiber is extracted from the outer leaves of the sisal plant (species of Agave) by hand. This is done by crushing and beating the leaves with blunt knives so that only fibres remain. No chemical fertilizers are used in the sisal farms. No hard-metals are used in the dyeing process of Kikoi sisal baskets to ensure that the production of our colorful baskets doesn’t harm the Kenyan nature.

Beautiful rustic sisal basket set, which reflects skillfull handicraft. Practical in the kitchen for bread or dry onions, in the hall for all those small things, in the bathroom for combs and hair bands... Who would not need some extra storage at home or in an office?

Measurements: basket 1 diameter 24 cm, height 7,5 cm; basket 2 diameter 20 cm, height 6,5 cm.

OBS! each item is unique and therefore the sizes may vary.

Product background

Kikoi sisal products are handmade by 2 groups of women in Kenya. Kamba-tribe's women in Ukambani village in Kenya make different sisal baskets by hand. They call themselves Sisal Sisters and they support their own families and many orphans and poor children as well in their village. By buying this item you make it possible for these women to preserve their traditional handicraft skills and you also support female entrepreneurship.

The long sisal fiber is extracted from the outer leaves of the sisal plant (species of Agave) by hand. This is done by crushing and beating the leaves with blunt knives so that only fibres remain. No chemical fertilizers are used in the sisal farms. No hard-metals are used in the dyeing process of Kikoi sisal baskets to ensure that the production of our colorful baskets doesn’t harm the Kenyan nature.

Designed by the world-famous Dutch designer Piet Hein Eek for the Fair Trade design - series. At the bottom of the basket is burned FAIR TRADE ORIGINAL BY PIET HEIN EEK.

Measurements: height 10 cm, diameter 22 cm.

This basket can be used in many occasions. Its' structure is formed with small wooden parts which are tied together. This creates a delicate pattern, thus the basket is a very beautiful item also when empty, and it attracts for a longer admiration.

Product background

World famous Dutch designer Piet Hein Eek has designed a series of products for Fair Trade Original. This wooden basket belongs to a serie which is made in Vietnam. The material is palm tree which looks beautiful and is fast growing, thus sustainable material, and the local people like to use it in their wooden goods. The problem with this wood is its' tendency to curl or bend. Piet Hein Eek solved this problem with an unique solution of form and structure, and the result is a set of long-lasting and extremely beautiful baskets.

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This bright warm cutting board brings sun and good mood to your kitchen. Especially suitable for morning grumpy people, since it shortens the crumpy phase noticeably.

Langø is a Nordic brand established to offer high-quality interior design. It produces only high-quality products which have to be beautiful, functional and long-lasting. Wooden products are made of laminated birch using the sustainable grown Finnish wood.

Measurements 20 x 30 cm

Since this is a wooden item it should be hand-washed. The laminated surface is easy to clean.

Playful double-sided pot coaster has one side lighter pink, the other darker. You can change the side based on the feeling and the table-setting. Practical ring makes it possible to hang it for the easy reach.

Size about 20cm x 20cm, material woollen felt.

Background

In the beginning of 1990's, an artisan from Finland visited Nepal and ACP (Association of Craft Producers in Nepal). She taught some women there to make high-quality felt products. These products are still made exclusively for Cottonhut -trade mark, in responsible manner.

In poor countries like Nepal, women getting a work and a fair payment for that is crucial for families, and may make it possible to send children to scool.

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Pot coaster in a natural black colour. Practical ring makes it possible to hang it for the easy reach.

Size about 20cm x 20cm, material woollen felt.

Background

In the beginning of 1990's, an artisan from Finland visited Nepal and ACP (Association of Craft Producers in Nepal). She taught some women there to make high-quality felt products. These products are still made exclusively for Cottonhut -trade mark, in responsible manner.

In poor countries like Nepal, women getting a work and a fair payment for that is crucial for families, and may make it possible to send children to scool.

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Handmade from quality cotton, this storage basket is multi-purpose and good-looking. It fits nicely to Finnish and Scandinavian interiors and has a more unique print than big brands' designs. The designer of this print is Finnish Hanna Markkanen from Lappeenranta.

Cats -print has lively cat figures on a mint green surface. A lovely item for all cat lovers!

Measures: diam. 17cm, height about 13.5 cm.

100% cotton, machine washable at 30°C.

Product background

Kädenjäki Design is a small Finnish producer of home textiles, inspired by Finnish nature, scenery and a way of living. The collection is designed to add modern Scandinavian style into a home, handmade with quality.

Remember that by buying an item made close-by, the transport is shorter and thus the carbon footprint smaller.

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