NATURAL TEXTURE AT HOME
NATURAL TEXTURE AT HOME
There’s something grounding about the feel of Natural Textures at Home.
A mix of woven baskets and carved wooden pieces softens a space and makes it feel lived in. At Bashiri, we love combining handwoven and hand-carved elements to create warm, relaxed interiors.
Whether it’s for storing, decorating, or layering, texture makes all the difference. Let’s explore how to bring these natural touches into your home.
CURATING warmth with baskets
Woven baskets are an easy way to add texture without fuss. They’re practical, handmade, and work in every room.
Our Hamper Baskets are generous in size and perfect for blankets, toys, or shoes by the door.
Vegan Baskets, made without leather, bring softness to bedside tables and bathroom shelves. In the kitchen or dining area, Burkina platters & round baskets are perfect for fruit, bread, or serving moments.
They’re beautiful on display and even better when used every day. Group different shapes or stick to one specific style – it all works.
Layer with wooden accents
Once you’ve got your woven elements, bring in the timber.
At Bashiri, we love hand-carved wooden statues from West Africa. Each one speaks of its history and cultural infuences, through its shape, posture, pairing or carved detail. They make beautiful, grounded accents on bookshelves, entry tables, or kitchen benches.
Senufo stools are another personal favourite. Made from a single piece of wood, they’re strong, sculptural, and full of character.
Use them as small tables, plant stands, or quiet statement pieces. They move easily and look great wherever they land.
Start small, style simply
And what better way to glow up a room than with woven Lampshades?
You don’t need to overhaul your whole space to bring in the feel of Natural Textures at Home. Start with one or two pieces and let them do the work.
Try a Vegan Bolga basket in the entryway or a Burkina or Bolga Platter on the kitchen bench. Add a wooden statues to a shelf or a Senufu stool beside the couch.
Each piece adds something special, without cluttering the room.
why texture matters
Using handmade, natural materials makes your home feel more relaxed. You’re not just decorating, you’re adding intention. Studies show that earthy textures and organic shapes can help reduce stress. That’s what the feel of Natural Textures at Home is really about.
Creating calm, meaningful spaces you actually want to be in.
HAMPERS, AND platters AND sTATUES – OH MY!
Bashiri’s favourites for texture lovers
- Hamper Baskets: for corners, storage, and softness
- Vegan Baskets: ethical, tactile, and versatile
- Burkina platters: beautiful on benches or tables
- Senufo stools: sculptural and strong
- Wooden statues: full of story and character
- Woven Lampshade: bring light to texture
- Brighton basket: bring handy tactile pleasure to daily events (as pictured above)
These pieces work across the home and last for years. They’re functional, beautiful, and handmade with care.
Make it feel like yours
When styling with woven baskets and carved wooden pieces, natural colours work best. Think soft earth tones of warm beige, terracotta, olive green, charcoal, and sandy neutrals.
These shades enhance the organic feel of the materials without overpowering them. For contrast, try crisp white walls or deep navy accents to make the textures pop. If you’re layering, keep your palette simple and tonal.
THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME
Natural Textures at Home isn’t a trend. It’s a way of styling that feels real. It’s about choosing items with purpose and letting them be part of your daily rhythm. Mix woven baskets with carved wood. Keep things natural and relaxed.
And most importantly, make your home feel like home. That’s the Bashiri way.
