Handwoven Wicker Storage Basket

A good basket earns its place twice. It hides the small clutter that gathers on shelves and floors, and it adds warmth and texture to a room at the same time. Plastic bins can do the first job, but only a woven basket does both.

The Handwoven Wicker Storage Basket is built for that double duty. Its handwoven wicker has the natural, imperfect texture that makes a room feel collected, and its size suits a shelf, a cupboard or a spot beside the sofa. That is what makes it such a dependable storage basket, the kind you keep reaching for.

What makes the handwoven basket stand out

The handwoven wicker is the heart of it. Each basket is woven by hand, so the weave and tone vary slightly from piece to piece. That variation is exactly what gives it character and keeps it from looking mass produced.

The size is the second strength. At 13.4 inches long, 8.1 inches wide and 8.1 inches high, the basket fits a shelf or a cupboard without taking up a whole run. It is large enough to be useful and small enough to place almost anywhere.

The depth is the third. With 8.1 inches inside, the basket holds folded blankets, a stack of magazines or a plant still in its nursery pot.

Versatility is the fourth. The same basket can hide remote controls in a living room, hold towels in a bathroom or carry a trailing plant on a bookshelf. It looks right in every one of those roles.

The two designs are the fifth. Picture 1 and Picture 2 give you a choice of look, so you can pick the one that suits your room.

Where it looks best, room by room

• Living rooms. Remotes, magazines or a folded throw beside the sofa.
• Bathrooms. Rolled hand towels on an open shelf, away from the shower.
• Bookshelves. A potted plant or small keepsakes between books.
• Bedrooms. Spare bedding or scarves on a dresser.
• Entryways. Hats, gloves and dog leads on a console.

On a bookshelf, a basket breaks up rows of spines and adds a soft, natural texture. A trailing plant in a nursery pot inside it brings life to the shelf.

In a bathroom, rolled towels in a wicker basket look fresh and inviting, as long as the basket sits away from splashes.

Choosing the size and placement

The basket measures 13.4 inches long, 8.1 inches wide and 8.1 inches high. Start by measuring the shelf or cupboard where it will live.

For a bookshelf, check the height between shelves. The basket needs at least 8.1 inches, plus a little room to lift things in and out.

For a cupboard, check the depth. At 8.1 inches wide, the basket suits many shallow cupboards and open shelves.

Think about what it will hold. Folded blankets, magazines, towels and a potted plant all fit well. Very heavy items are better in a sturdier box.

A few tips help:

• Place a plant on a saucer inside the basket, never directly on the wicker.
• Water plants outside the basket and let them drain first.
• Keep the basket away from sinks, showers and damp corners.
• Line it with a cloth for small items that could slip into the weave.

There is no setup. Place the basket and fill it.

Care is gentle. Dust with a soft, dry cloth or a brush, and wipe spills promptly. Keep the basket away from prolonged moisture, since wicker stains and weakens when it stays wet. Avoid a damp cloth on the weave.

Plants deserve a special note. A nursery pot inside a wicker basket is a lovely look, but water is the enemy of wicker. Take the plant out to water it, let it drain fully, then set it back on its saucer. That habit keeps the basket looking good for years.

If you want a matched look, two baskets side by side on a shelf create a calm rhythm, especially if you choose the same design.

For a living room, keep one basket near the sofa for throws and remotes. It gives everyone a single place to put things back, and the room looks tidy in seconds.

In a bedroom, the basket can hold the things that tend to pile up on a chair: scarves, a spare blanket or tomorrow's clothes.

Seasonal swaps are easy, too. In winter, the basket can hold a chunky knit throw by the sofa; in summer, it can carry a lighter cotton blanket or a stack of garden magazines. The basket stays the same, and the room still feels fresh.

Consider the tone of the room as well. Natural wicker pairs well with wood, linen, cotton and green plants, and it softens rooms with a lot of glass, metal or painted surfaces. A single basket can change how a shelf feels.

Pairing it with other pieces

A wicker basket pairs well with a knitted throw, a linen cushion and a small wooden side table. On a shelf, it looks good beside ceramic vases, a few books and a trailing plant.

Browse the storage collection for more woven baskets, or the botanicals collection for greenery that suits a natural basket.

Is the handwoven basket right for your space?

This basket is a strong fit if you:

• Want storage that looks like decor.
• Love natural, handwoven textures.
• Need a basket for a shelf, cupboard or sofa side.
• Want to display a potted plant.
• Prefer a size that fits almost anywhere.

It may not be the right choice for wet items, heavy tools or anything that needs a lid. A plastic bin or a lidded box will suit those needs better.

For adding warmth to a room while keeping clutter out of sight, though, a handwoven wicker basket is a classic choice. Shipping is free across the US, and most orders arrive in 6 to 9 business days.