Description

An Cliabh Beag (The Small Creel)

This basket is adapted to be a smaller, more practical version of the iconic Irish peat creel, made and used widely among the country folk of Ireland and Scotland. These were normally much bigger, and strapped to donkeys or carried on the backs of these hardy people, and were often used for carrying much more than just peat. Truly a multi-purpose basket of the hard-working crofter. See a picture of them in use by some hardy women in the gallery above. This finer adaptation is made for modern day uses, like nipping to the shops or having a picnic, while reminding us of harder times passed. Made with the varieties Brittany Green and Brittany Blue, with the Brittany Blue grown on the West Coast of Scotland. It features 100% hemp, riveted strapping in the handles, attached through the window for strength.

Dimensions – 

height (at top) – 33cm/13in

outside width (at the top) – 24cm/9.5in

 outside length (at the top) – 32cm/12.5in

Please note: this basket comes with a two year warranty – any repairs needed after this time can still be undertaken at a very reasonable price. I make baskets designed to last generations and to be worked, not just looked at.

If you live locally, you can collect your basket for free, just select “collect in person” at the checkout, and email me to arrange a suitable pick-up time.

*For overseas delivery, please select “collect in person” and then drop me an email with your address, then I will send you a separate payment link once the costs have been calculated*