{"product_id":"140604-1","title":"Strawberry basket \/ Birch \/ EST 140604-1","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"\u003e\u003cimg fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_473.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40279 size-full\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a small hand-woven basket made from birch wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirch refers to trees in the Betula group in general, and refers to hardwood. It is often used as a material for furniture, pillars, beams and floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Northern Europe and Russia, there is a tradition of using birch bark to make crafts, but here, instead of bark, thinly sliced wood from logs is used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn this page, we will introduce a basket called a “Strawberry basket” locally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime140604-1_6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40280\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/1716190598007.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40236\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eA birch forest. According to the maker, birch trees of any age can be used to make baskets once they reach a certain length.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/IMG_20161031_120943-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40238\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe basketpart is made first, and then the rim is attached to finish it off.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/Kalle_Woman-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40244\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe makers are careful to weave the baskets, saying, “In order to complete a good basket, there is no room for carelessness in any of the processes.”\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/Kalle_man-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40243\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThey have continued to make baskets in many different shapes in order to meet the needs of their customers. The makers say that the most rewarding thing is when they receive the baskets and the customers are happy with them.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_479.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_479.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40281\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eIt is made by weaving thinly sliced strips of birch in an alternating diagonal pattern.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_480.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_480.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40282\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe width is changed slightly, and it is knitted in two layers. It has few knots and you can see a beautiful grain.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_486.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_486.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40283\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eIt has a powerful appearance, as if the wood has been woven as it is, but when you touch it, the surface feels smooth. These two pieces are the same material, but you can feel the design just by looking at the difference in width.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_477.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_477.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40284\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe wide rim is viewed from the outside. It is simply nailed in place.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_478.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_478.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40285\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe rim is viewed from above. The thick material is firmly sandwiched to secure the weaving. It’s simple, but you don’t feel any anxiety at all.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_481.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40286\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe connection between the handle and the basket is also very simple. Nails have been driven in two places.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_482.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40287\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe nails on the inside of the basket are neatly folded in. Just to be sure, please be careful not to hurt your fingers or other parts of your body when touching the area.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_483.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_483.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40288\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe handles are made of several pieces of thick wood that are also used for the rim, laminated together for a secure finish.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_485.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_485.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40289\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe bottom is a long, rectangular shape, so it is good for storing things.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_484-1.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_484-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40291\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eBecause the wood is bent to make the product, there may be some fluffing, cracking or breaking in the corners and other parts with sharp angles. Please note that this is not a defect due to the characteristics of the material.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime140604-1_1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40292\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe basket is shallow and long. Easy to see what you put inside.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime140604-1_2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40293\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"\u003eThe handle makes it easy to carry around.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/inst-tmp\/wp-admin\/edit.php?post_type=post\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime140604-1_3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40294\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also use it as a basket to store vegetables, root vegetables and fruit, by laying down kitchen paper or something similar.\u003cbr\u003eIt is also useful for carrying fruit such as strawberries and cakes that you don’t want to tip over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirch’s texture goes very well with the colors of fruits and vegetables, \u003cbr\u003eand it enhances the atmosphere of whatever you put inside it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/ime140604-1_5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40295\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, because it is easy to take with you, \u003cbr\u003euse it as a basket to carry books you are reading, glasses, cream, etc. \u003cbr\u003ebetween the living room and bedroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor families with baby children, you can put in a set of disposable diapers, \u003cbr\u003eor other daily necessities such as medicines and thermometers that you use often. \u003cbr\u003eThe color of the birch wood makes it suitable for both Tatami(Japanese floor mat) and wooden floors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso suitable for outdoor use, for storing tools such as scissors and gardening gloves, \u003cbr\u003eor as a harvest basket. It also has a handle, so you can quickly carry all your tools.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis shallow basket has a non-oppressive feel, but it has plenty of capacity.\u003cbr\u003ePlease enjoy it in your favorite way, indoors or outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/ichikawa.ssjp.info\/assets\/uploads\/140513_474.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40296\"\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e__Estonia: Making Birch Baskets__\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Estonia, baskets have been traditionally made from pine trees for over 200 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the other hand, there are also baskets made from birch wood that have been given a more stylish finish by adding design elements to the traditional basket-making techniques used by their ancestors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt this workshop, which has been in business for over 20 years, a small team of highly skilled craftspeople, \u003cbr\u003ecentered around a single family, work together to produce high-quality baskets made from birch wood on a daily basis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuided by the principles of Scandinavian design – simplicity, minimalism and practicality – \u003cbr\u003ethey continue to create new specifications and sizes that are suited to the modern age, \u003cbr\u003eas well as updating traditional berry baskets and mushroom baskets for the modern age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stable finish and its elegant, refined texture are easy to incorporate into modern living, \u003cbr\u003eand it can play two roles: practical and interior.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1basketry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43600847306901,"sku":"140604-1","price":15400.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0617\/9799\/0549\/files\/ime140604-1_1.jpg?v=1741835965","url":"https:\/\/1basketry.live\/products\/140604-1","provider":"市川籠店 | 1basketry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}