Large braided water hyacinth basket product image (primary)
Open woven water-hyacinth basket with wide oval mouth, integrated loop handles at each short side, and a braided, textured straw surface visible inside and out.

Simons Maison

Large Braided Water Hyacinth Basket

4.8/5 (43)
CA$35.00CAD
Out of Stock

This large oval storage basket is woven from braided water hyacinth fiber, featuring two round handles and measuring 19 x 15 x 8 inches (48 x 38 x 20 cm). Its natural textured weave works well for general household storage, such as holding blankets, toys, or linens, while the handles allow for easy carrying. Water hyacinth is a porous material, so keep the basket in a dry indoor area and avoid moisture to prevent mold growth.

Material
Water Hyacinth
Style
rustic
Category
Home & Garden > Bathroom Accessories

Color

Assorted

Size

ONE SIZE

Specifications

Large braided water hyacinth basket with rustic texture and handles.

Braided natural fibre over a soft frame; oval shape with round handles for carrying and storing.

Material
Water Hyacinth
Style
rustic
Gender
unisex
Condition
new
Dimensions
19x15x8 in
Category
Home & Garden > Bathroom Accessories

Additional Attributes

  • artisanal
  • rustic texture
  • oval shape
  • practical round handles
  • braided natural fibre
  • soft frame
  • large size

Product Insights

The Large Braided Water Hyacinth Basket by Simons Maison is a handwoven, boho-chic storage piece made from fast-growing water hyacinth in Vietnam, offering a warm tan aesthetic that darkens to honey-amber over time. Its chunky, pliable texture resists cracking and flexes for carrying, but the porous material is highly prone to mold, limiting use to dry, ventilated spaces despite being listed for bathrooms. Buyers praise its value and versatility as a blanket holder or gift basket, yet must accept tradeoffs: an uneven base, color patina, shallow depth that may undershoot expectations for bulky items, and the need for gentle handling to prevent unraveling. The basket’s sustainable sourcing and artisanal variation appeal to eco-conscious shoppers, but its moisture sensitivity and inability to sanitize make it unsuitable for baby items.

Verified claims

Placement
Not for bathrooms despite the Bathroom Accessories listing.
Aesthetic style
Buyers describe the basket as bohemian and have used it as a gift basket for presents and toys.
Aging
Water hyacinth fibers darken from pale beige to warm honey-amber over several months indoors.
Texture
Hand-braided water hyacinth creates a chunky, spongy texture and unique grain that is pliable and impact-resistant.
Handcrafted quirks
Some baskets have a slightly uneven base or a weave that requires gentle handling.
Real-world uses
Buyers use it as a blanket holder, gift basket, and movable storage in several rooms; it is lightweight, reshapeable, and woven from fast-growing water hyacinth.
Usage limitations
Porous material traps moisture and risks mold with damp items; weave may loosen with frequent handling; color darkens over time; base may wobble.
Patina
Water-hyacinth fibers darken from pale beige to honey amber over months, creating a one-of-a-kind patina.
Durability
The water-hyacinth weave resists cracking and splitting under normal use, holds its shape, and flexes at the handles without damage.
Cleaning
Wipe with a damp cloth and air-dry; never soak or use harsh detergents.
Mold
Water hyacinth is highly prone to irreversible mold; keep in dry, ventilated spaces only.
Construction
Handwoven construction creates natural variation; some buyers report an uneven base, and the raw fiber color darkens with age.
Value
Buyers repeatedly describe the basket as a good value, especially for its large size and handcrafted look.
Material
Water hyacinth and metal: handwoven fibers are pliable, durable, and develop a natural patina over time.
Care
Mold-prone natural fiber demands dry storage and gentle handling to prevent mold and unraveling.
Sustainability
Handwoven in Vietnam from fast-growing water hyacinth, appealing to eco-conscious buyers.
Sustainable sourcing
Harvesting water hyacinth helps control its spread in waterways; however, the maker does not hold a specific certification for this fiber.
Artisanal craftsmanship
Handwoven in Vietnam with intentional natural variation.
Size fit
The 19x15x8-inch basket's shallow depth (8 in) leads some buyers to find it smaller than expected for bulky items.
Storage
The wide 19-inch mouth holds low shoes and folded throws, but taller items may sit above the rim.
Shape stability
The basket's soft frame can distort if overfilled, and handcrafted variations may cause uneven bases.
Moisture sensitivity
Water hyacinth is untreated and prone to mold, limiting use to dry, ventilated spaces.
Carrying
Handles support a fully loaded basket and frame flexes for carrying.
Impact resistance
Thick stalks absorb minor bumps without cracking.
Baby safety
Not safe for storing baby items due to mold risk and inability to sanitize.
Pliability
More pliable than rattan or bamboo; soft frame flexes and reshapes.
Handle reinforcement
The handles are woven into the body of the basket and are designed for carrying and storage, not decoration; they can support a fully loaded basket within reasonable weight limits.
Mold treatment
The basket is not treated with anti-mold or anti-fungal agents and should be kept in dry, well-ventilated areas away from moisture.
Bathroom towel storage
A buyer reports the basket is perfect for displaying rolled-up spa towels, and the manufacturer says it should support typical household items like towels.
Weight capacity
The maker does not publish an official weight capacity, but similar large water hyacinth baskets typically hold 25–40 kg (55–88 lbs) for laundry hampers and 10–25 kg for medium storage baskets; the basket should handle towels or toys.

Product record

Title
Large Braided Water Hyacinth Basket
Brand
Simons Maison
Price
35 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Large braided water hyacinth basket product image (primary)
01

Product

Open woven water-hyacinth basket with wide oval mouth, integrated loop handles at each short side, and a braided, textured straw surface visible inside and out.

  • Overall shapeShallow, wide, oval-top basket with sloped sides and a rounded base; mouth is wider than the base and rim has a gently undulating profile.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.52 · w 0.76 · h 0.40 (high)
  • HandlesTwo short loop handles integrated into the rim at opposite sides; each handle is formed by wrapping the same braided material into a circular loop.
    2 regionsx 0.09 · y 0.49 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.79 · y 0.49 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Weave patternThick flat braided plaits arranged in horizontal rows forming a repeating herringbone-like pattern; weave is visible on both interior and exterior surfaces.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.57 · w 0.64 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Material appearanceNatural dried plant fiber with a matte, slightly rough texture and visible fiber striations and occasional darker strand accents.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.57 · w 0.64 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Interior depth and viewInterior is visible and shows the same braided construction continuing from rim to base; lighting creates slight shadowing inside the basket.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.60 · w 0.40 · h 0.25 (high)

Other

Lifestyle scene: basket placed on a light rug on a wooden floor in a recessed wall niche setting with a wooden shelf, a decorative vase, stacked books, and a leafy plant; warm directional lighting from right casts soft shadows.

  • Scene compositionBasket sits on a light beige rug in front of a recessed wall shelf; a wooden horizontal shelf panel is visible above the basket.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium)
  • Decor itemsMatte beige two-handled ceramic vase on the wooden shelf and a small stack of books on the recessed ledge to the right of the vase.
    2 regionsx 0.28 · y 0.04 · w 0.24 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.44 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Readable prop textHOME
    1 regionx 0.62 · y 0.46 · w 0.12 · h 0.04 (high)
  • Foreground plantBranching leafy plant with thin stems entering from the right edge and casting shadows on the wall and basket.
    1 regionx 0.78 · y 0.00 · w 0.22 · h 0.46 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowWarm directional light from the right creates soft shadows on the left inner wall of the recessed niche and inside the basket.

Colors

natural tan· woven body#A46B3Cmedium brown· darker strand accents#632B03
Large braided water hyacinth basket product image 2
02

Product

A rounded woven basket made from braided natural fibers with two short looped handles at the rim; a large cream throw pillow is placed inside and partially occludes the interior.

  • Overall shapeRounded, tapered basket with a wider opening and a narrower base; sidewalls curve smoothly from base to rim.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.48 · w 0.76 · h 0.44 (high)
  • Material and weaveThick braided natural fiber strands woven in a repeating plaited pattern forming visible diagonal rows around the body.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.56 · w 0.64 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Rim constructionRolled or doubled rim formed by thicker braided strands creating a rounded top edge.
    1 regionx 0.16 · y 0.48 · w 0.68 · h 0.10 (high)
  • HandlesTwo short looped handles integrated into the rim on opposite sides, formed from the same braided material and rising slightly above the rim.
    2 regionsx 0.12 · y 0.50 · w 0.14 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.50 · w 0.12 · h 0.16 (high)
  • Interior occlusionLarge cream textured throw pillow with a faint grid pattern sits inside the basket and obscures most of the interior.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.40 · w 0.46 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Color variation in fibersNatural tonal variation across strands from light tan to medium brown creating a warm mottled appearance.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.56 · w 0.64 · h 0.34 (high)

Other

Styled interior scene with a recessed shelf, decorative vase and books, leafy plant at right, wood floor and a light area rug; warm directional lighting from left casts soft shadows.

  • Shelf stylingRecessed wall shelf with a dark wood plank on the upper shelf, a round matte vase on top, and a stack of books on the lower shelf.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.60 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Background plantLong leafy branch entering from the right edge with narrow green leaves, partially overlapping the upper right area of the frame.
    1 regionx 0.70 · y 0.04 · w 0.30 · h 0.40 (high)
  • Flooring and rugWood floor visible behind the basket and a light-colored textured area rug directly under and in front of the basket.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.76 · w 0.88 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowWarm directional light from the left creates soft highlights on the basket fibers and mild shadows to the right and below the basket.

Colors

natural light tan· body#D6C2B3
Large braided water hyacinth basket product image 3
03

Product

Close-up of a large oval woven basket showing braided water-hyacinth fibers, the upper rim and a wrapped loop handle; interior appears darker and concave.

  • Rim profileRounded woven rim formed by the same braided fibers, visible along the upper edge of the basket.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.16 · w 0.90 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Loop handleSingle rounded loop handle made from tightly wrapped braided fiber, emerging from the rim at the upper left of the frame.
    1 regionx 0.04 · y 0.02 · w 0.25 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Exterior braid patternThick horizontal rows of plaited flat strands forming a repeating woven pattern across the basket wall; individual strand texture and join overlaps are visible.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.30 · w 0.82 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Interior concave cavityInterior of the basket is visible and appears darker in tone with the same braided construction continuing downward into shadow.
    1 regionx 0.45 · y 0.06 · w 0.45 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Fiber surface textureNatural fibrous surface with slight sheen and uneven strand edges; small fiber frays and color variation along individual braids are visible.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.45 · w 0.60 · h 0.40 (high)

Other

Product photographed on a light textured floor with a neutral wall background; soft directional lighting from the upper left creates gentle shadows and highlights on the weave.

  • Supporting surfaceLight-colored textured carpet or rug under the basket visible in the lower left quadrant.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.60 · w 0.50 · h 0.40 (high)
  • Background wallNeutral off-white vertical wall visible near the top of the image behind the basket.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.90 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from the upper left casts subtle highlights on the raised braid and mild shadowing inside the basket.
  • Shot compositionClose-up three-quarter top view cropped to show the left rim, handle, and a portion of the interior; right side of basket extends out of frame.

Colors

natural light tan· outer braided body#BC834Cmedium warm brown· inner weave and deeper braid tones#9B5D33

Customer Reviews

43 total
4.8

43 reviews · out of 5

Jolie

Hélène A.

Parfait

Super beau!

Ariane d.

Le panier est vraiment joli, identique aux images. Il est très léger également.

De qualité

Andréanne G.

Très joli et de qualité.

Very well constructed . Excellent

Brenda E.

Very well constructed . Excellent price for such a big basket.

Great

Mike S.

Great

Lovely

Cheryl C.

I loved my 1st basket, so I bought another! Perfect size, beautifully made…..I’m happy

Indécise

Stephanie C.

J’aime beaucoup!

Parfait

Marie-Claude A.

Parfait

Too small

Tamara O.

Baskets are nice but way smaller than I thought they’d be. Not as practical as I was hoping.

Magnifique

Nicole B.

Il est magnifique et au delà de me attentes.

Braided basket

Debbie B.

It is priced really well and looks nice.

Beau, bon, pratique

Marie P.

Beau panier, solide et beaucoup d'espace.

Perfect basket!

Tibetha K.

Bought one and loved it so much we bought three more for other spaces in our house!

Tel que je voulais

Carole R.

Tel que je voulais

Très beau panier

Lyse B.

Il est d’une bonne grosseur pas trop gros et pas trop petit avec poignées acheté en solde fait très solide. Satisfaite de mon achat.

Magnifique!

Edith D.

Magnifique!

Pratique et grandeur parfaite

Edith F.

Pratique et grandeur parfaite

Beau 😍

Renee P.

J'adore, il est parfait. Il est assez grand et plus beau qu'un en plastique dans une salle de bain. Ce n'est pas égal, mais c'est la beauté de l'artisanat. :hands_heart:

Terrific basket.

Margaret K.

I bought this basket for no particular reason other than it was on sale and I moved it. It was in my home waiting for a home. Then it dawned on me. I had a baby shower yesterday so I filled the basket with pink and blue tissue paper with the gifts and wrapped in cellphone with gold ribbon. It looked so beautiful and the basket will be perfect for toys. ❤️

Exactly as pictured

M W.

I love this basket and it was the perfect size for what I needed. It was a little lop sided but I used a little felt peel and stick and now it perfectly even.

parfait

Isabelle L.

Ce parfait et solide, biodégradable, et juste la bonne grosseur que j'avais besoin

Perfect choice

Debbie W.

So pleased with this basket. Perfect for storing our throws.

Panier

Carla C.

Bon qualité et joli.

Amazing

Jelena D.

As usual, your products are quality, perfect design and your service is always at a high level.

Unusual

Sandra K.

Larger than I thought it would be

Mes revues vont êtres contentes

ROSANNA U.

Mes revues vont êtres contentes 🙂

A classic

Melinda N.

I wanted a good, unique-ish basket to display rolled up spa towels. This is perfect

Très satisfaite pour l’ensemble de

Lyette J.

Très satisfaite pour l’ensemble de mes achats effectués chez Simons. Belle qualité! Bon prix!

Panier stressé

Sylvie F.

La grandeur est parfaite et il est de bonne qualité!

Magnifique mais delicat

Marie D.

Bel achat pour insuffler un style boheme. J'y ai rangé trois jetés 👌 Heureuse de mon achat mais il faut savoir que ce panier demande à etre traité avec delicatesse pour eviter que les tresses ne se defassent.

Magnifique

Marie C.

Excellent produit. Très belle qualité de produit. Son format très grand est pratique pour tous les besoins. Identique aux photos, ce panier est absolument magnifique. Tres satisfaite de mon achat.

Tres satisfaite.

Carole P.

Grande qualité!!!

Panier

Louise B.

Couleur neutre et belle grandeur. Convient bien soit comme cache pot ou pour y déposer coussins.

Super beau

Marie-Chantal L.

Je suis très satisfaite de mon achat

Attractive and good price

Annie M.

The pattern of the weave is lovely.

Tout est très bien

Nicole C.

Tout est très bien

Très beau panier

Leslie E.

Très chic dans mon entrée pour recevoir les chaussures des invités…

Super

Marie L.

Exactement ce que je voulais. Il sert à ranger les jetés du salon.

Well crafted and adds artistic

Suzanne K.

Well crafted and adds artistic flair.

Panier jacinthe d'eau

Suzanne B.

Pour ranger coussins et autres, un beau plus pour le salon

Panier

Andrée F.

En plein la grandeur que je désirais. Un bon achat

Parfait

Josee C.

Belle qualité

Inégale dans tous les sens.

Lynn R.

La forme de se panier n’était pas du tout égale, pas stable non plus et la qualité décevante….

Reddit Insights

3 threads · r/CleaningTips, r/LAlist

Reddit users overwhelmingly warn against water hyacinth baskets due to severe mold issues, recommending alternative materials for storage, especially for baby items.

negative sentiment90% match

All discussions highlight mold susceptibility, unsuitability for baby items, and recommendations to return or dispose of the baskets.

Themes

Mold susceptibility and contaminationnegative
Unsuitable for baby or sanitary itemsnegative
Recommendations for alternative materialsmixed
Material misidentification (often mistaken for jute)neutral

Use Cases

  • Diaper storage
  • General home storage
  • Resale

Watch Out For

highWater hyacinth baskets are extremely prone to mold, even without direct water exposure, and spores can spread to other items.
mediumBleaching may cause the basket to disintegrate.
lowOften mislabeled as jute, leading buyers to expect a different material.

Compared To

vs canvas baskets

Canvas baskets are recommended as a mold-free, cleanable alternative for nursery storage.

vs plastic and bamboo baskets

Users suggest plastic or bamboo as more sanitary options that can be disinfected.

Source Threads

  • Mold risk of water hyacinth baskets for baby diapers

    That material is not jute, it's water hyacinth. It's extremely prone to mold, probably because it's very very very porous. I'd return it, mold doesn't really go away with porous materials like this, even if the surface looks mold free, there will be mold inside the fibers.

    u/PajamaWorkerr/CleaningTipsView thread →

  • Mold infestation from water hyacinth basket

    Mold is spread VERY easily. So for starters - get them off your bed and outside. put them in a plastic bag before and after cleaning to contain the spores. I can’t say that they will or won’t change texture in the wash - but I can say conclusively that if you keep them in the state they’re in the mold will continue to grow rapidly and spread spores all over your home. if you don’t want to risk washing them yourself maybe have them professionally cleaned. BUT there’s a reason this basket molded - I’d look into where the water came from so it doesn’t ruin other belongings of yours. Also, wash your bed immediately with hot water and vinegar, vacuum, extensively and run an air purifier if you have access to one.

    u/NewToTheCrew444r/CleaningTipsView thread →

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/bathroom/baskets-storage-items/large-braided-water-hyacinth-basket--10808-2201300?colourId=0
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