Hand Woven Wicker Picnic Basket

A picnic basket is one of those pieces that feels special the moment you pick it up. It turns a walk to the park into an outing and a simple lunch into an occasion. But most picnic gear spends the rest of the year hidden in a cupboard.

The Hand Woven Wicker Picnic Basket is different. It carries food and drinks for one or two people, and between outings it sits on a shelf looking like a decorative piece. That dual role is what makes it such a lovely storage basket for anyone who enjoys small adventures.

What makes the wicker picnic basket stand out

The hand woven wicker is the heart of it. Each basket is woven by hand, so the weave and tone vary slightly, which gives it a warm, nostalgic character that mass made plastic cannot match.

The size is the second strength. At 10.23 inches long, 7.87 inches wide and 10.02 inches tall including the handle, it is sized for a light meal for one or two people. That makes it easy to carry and quick to pack.

The handle is the third. A sturdy handle makes the basket simple to carry from the car to the picnic spot, or from the kitchen to the garden.

The color choice is the fourth. Red is bright and cheerful, red with lace trim adds a romantic touch, and coffee is a warm, understated option.

The fifth is how it looks at home. Between outings, the basket sits well on a shelf, which is more than most picnic gear can say.

Where it looks best, room by room

• Parks and gardens. A light lunch for two on a sunny afternoon.
• Kitchen shelves. A decorative basket for tea towels or napkins.
• Entryways. A spot for gloves, scarves or dog walking supplies.
• Bedrooms. Storage for small keepsakes or craft supplies.
• Porches. A seasonal display with dried flowers.

On a kitchen shelf, a red basket adds a pop of color and holds napkins or tea towels until the next outing.

In an entryway, the coffee version keeps gloves and scarves in one place while looking warm and welcoming.

Choosing the size and placement

The basket measures 10.23 inches long and 7.87 inches wide, and stands 10.02 inches tall including the handle. It carries food and drinks for one or two people rather than a full family picnic.

Before an outing, think about what you plan to pack. Sandwiches, fruit, a small bottle and a napkin fit comfortably. Large containers or several bottles need a bigger basket.

For shelf display, check the height. With the handle, the basket stands just over 10 inches tall, so leave room if there is another shelf above.

A few tips help:

• Carry it by the handle with the weight spread across the base.
• Avoid loading all the weight at one end.
• Line the base with a napkin to catch crumbs.
• Keep drinks in a sealed bottle to protect the wicker.

Care is gentle. Dust with a soft, dry cloth or a brush. Wipe spills promptly and keep the basket away from prolonged moisture. If it gets rained on, let it air fully before storing it so the wicker does not go musty.

After a picnic, shake out any crumbs and wipe away spills straight away. Food left in the weave can attract pests and stain the wicker.

Wrap cold items well. Condensation from a cold drink can soak into the wicker, so a small cloth or a sealed container keeps the base dry.

For a romantic touch, the red lace trim version makes a thoughtful gift, especially when filled with small treats or flowers.

Between outings, the basket can hold something useful. Tea towels, napkins, craft supplies or small toys all look tidy inside, and the basket is ready to empty when the next sunny day comes.

It also suits a child's room as a toy basket. The handle makes it easy for little hands to carry, and the woven texture adds warmth to a playroom shelf.

The basket also works well at the table. Lined with a napkin, it can serve bread rolls or fruit at a garden lunch, then go straight back onto the shelf when the meal is over.

For a date picnic, pack simple things that travel well: a sandwich each, a little fruit, something sweet and a bottle of water or lemonade. The basket keeps it all together, and the handle makes the walk to your spot easy.

If the basket is a gift, a ribbon tied around the handle is all the wrapping it needs.

When planning a larger picnic, think of this basket as the special touch rather than the main carrier. Bring the bulk of the food in a cooler bag and use the basket for bread, fruit or the dessert, where its charm is on show.

Pairing it with other pieces

A wicker picnic basket pairs well with a cotton or linen tablecloth, a soft throw blanket for the grass and a few simple napkins. At home, it looks lovely next to other woven pieces and a vase of fresh flowers.

Browse the storage collection for more baskets, or the table linens collection for runners and placemats that suit a picnic.

Is the wicker picnic basket right for your space?

This basket is a strong fit if you:

• Enjoy small outings for one or two people.
• Want a picnic basket that also works as decor.
• Love hand woven, natural materials.
• Want a choice of red, red lace trim or coffee.
• Need a light basket that is easy to carry.

It is not sized for a large family picnic, and it is not built to hold ice or wet items. A cooler bag or a larger basket would suit those needs better.

For romantic picnics, garden lunches and a touch of charm on a shelf, though, this basket is hard to beat. All US orders ship free, and most arrive in 6 to 9 business days.