Rice Fanna Charleston This double looped handle basket

This double looped handle basket with love knots was made in 2024 by Martha Cayetano (Andrea’s mom a fifth generation artist)

Hand-sewn using sweetgrass

and palmetto

is made from locally harvested materials

It is not recommended to wash your basket or leave in areas where it can easily get wet

Rice Fanna Charleston This double looped handle basketHistory of the Gullah Weavers: Over the last 10 generations, the Gullah weavers have carried on the craft traditions that were native to their African homelands to create baskets featuring exquisite patterns and intricate weaves, preserving traditional styles such as those once used to winnow rice. They use a combination of locally harvested sweetgrass, pine needles, bulrush, and palmetto to weave their unique pieces. Each weaver prides themselves on