Simons Maison
Jute Large Cubic Basket
This is a large cubic storage basket made of natural jute, designed in Canada as a Simons Maison exclusive. It features two practical woven loop handles and is intended for use as a decorative or functional storage container for household items. Dimensions are 30 cm in height, 30 cm in length, and 32 cm in width; small variations in color and dimensions are natural due to the handmade weave.
- Color
- natural jute
- Material
- Natural jute
- Category
- Home & Garden > Bathroom Accessories
Specifications
A large cubic basket made of natural jute with handles, perfect for storage and decoration.
Decorative storage solution, natural jute material, two handles, unique variations.
- Color
- natural jute · brown
- Material
- Natural jute
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 11.75x12.5x11.75 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Bathroom Accessories
Additional Attributes
- exclusive design in Canada
- practical and decorative storage
- natural jute
- two handles
- unique variations in colour and dimensions
Product Insights
The Simons Maison Jute Large Cubic Basket is an exclusive, in-stock, carbon-negative jute basket at 39 CAD, priced at roughly one-fifth the cost of comparable handcrafted baskets. Its structural stiffness and natural grip from jute offer non-slip handles that share heavy loads, but require base support to avoid weave distortion. The basket's rough weave snags delicate fabrics and sheds fibers, while moisture can soften fibers and warp shape. Over 6-12 months, the cubic shape naturally softens to an organic form, though reshaping is possible via light misting and shade-drying. The exposed jute interior prioritizes breathability to reduce mustiness, but demands spot-cleaning and dry storage to prevent mold. This aesthetic evolution and tradeoff between rigidity and softening define its value proposition.
Verified claims
- Environmental impact
- Jute cultivation absorbs about 15 tons of CO₂ per hectare and its nitrogen-rich roots improve soil fertility.
- Snagging
- The rough jute weave snags delicate fabrics such as silk, fine knits, and delicate weaves.
- Handle grip
- Jute handles provide a non-slip grip when carrying the basket.
- Moisture sensitivity
- Moisture can soften jute fibers and warp the basket's shape.
- Natural softening
- The basket's jute fibers soften with handling and environmental moisture, becoming noticeably gentler and less abrasive after 6–12 months of use.
- Reshaping method
- Light misting and shade-drying while stuffed restores the basket's firmness and angularity.
- Handle performance
- The two looped handles provide a non-slip grip and split weight between them, but heavy loads should be supported from the bottom to avoid pulling the weave out of square.
- Design curation
- Simons Maison exclusive with curated design collaborations including luxury hotel chains.
- Material
- Jute provides structural stiffness, natural grip, gradual softening over use, and carbon-negative cultivation.
- Shedding
- Jute naturally sheds fibers; vacuum interior to manage.
- Cleaning
- Spot-clean with mild soap only and keep dry; avoid overloading the handles.
- Breathability
- The basket has no interior lining and leaves the jute exposed for breathability and natural texture.
- Aesthetic evolution
- The basket's cubic silhouette relaxes into a softer, more organic form after 6–12 months.
- Value
- A Simons Maison exclusive at 39 CAD, roughly one-fifth the cost of comparable handcrafted jute baskets.
- Structural durability
- The basket arrives rigid and holds its cubic shape when empty, but heavy loads or lifting by the handles alone can pull the weave out of square.
- Moisture treatment
- The jute is not treated for moisture or mildew resistance and is intended for dry storage only.
Product record
- Title
- Jute Large Cubic Basket
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 39 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 8 sourcesUses
Everyday storage with easy carrying
This jute basket works as a practical, decorative storage piece for keeping everyday items tidy. Its two handles make it easy to pick up and move when you need to. Keep in mind that the product details are drawn from the merchant's own description, which is brief.[1]
A decorative basket for stashing throws in plain sight
This jute basket works as a decorative storage piece that sits on the floor rather than hiding on a shelf. In product styling, it holds a folded throw spilling over the front edge, making it a simple spot to keep blankets or everyday items within easy reach.[1,2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Jute Large Cubic Basket: Choose this if you want a practical and decorative open-top basket in natural jute, presented as a Simons Maison exclusive designed in Canada. Its densely braided weave forms a square, upright shape roughly 11.75 inches high and 11.75 inches long by 12.5 inches wide, with two short loop handles attached near the rim for carrying. Note that colour and dimensions may vary piece to piece, which the merchant describes as giving each basket its own unique character.[1,2,3] | Large Braided Water Hyacinth Basket: Choose this if you want a decorative natural-fibre basket for light-use storage—customers report it works well for rolled bathroom towels, throw blankets, or entryway shoes, and it stays lightweight to move around. It is handcrafted from braided water hyacinth with a rustic, deliberately imperfect texture and measures 19 by 15 by 8 inches (48 x 38 x 20 cm), with two looped handles at the rim. Be aware its braids are delicate and can loosen with rough or frequent-access handling, some buyers found it smaller than expected, and handcrafted irregularities like an uneven base or rim mean it may not suit anyone expecting factory precision.[4,5] | Large Water Hyacinth Storage Basket With Lid: Choose this if you want a natural-fiber storage basket with a lid: it is made of water hyacinth braided over a rigid frame, in a rectangular shape with built-in carry handles and a separate flat lid that rests on the rim. Measuring about 15.75 by 12.5 by 10.25 inches (40 x 32 x 26 cm) in one size, it offers a matte woven finish that Simons describes as having a rustic, pleasantly imperfect artisanal touch. Expect natural texture traits such as fiber grain, slight color variation between strands, and some slight fraying at fiber edges, so it suits those who like an organic, handmade look.[6,7,8] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A square/cubic woven jute basket with two short loop handles at the top and an open top; tightly braided natural-fiber texture and slightly rounded bottom corners are visible on the front-facing side.
- Overall shapeVisible as a square/cubic upright basket with straight vertical sides and a flat base; corners appear slightly rounded from the weave.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.60 · w 0.40 · h 0.35 (high) - Material and weaveThick braided natural jute fibers forming a dense, textured weave with visible twisted strands and small color variation in fibers.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.60 · w 0.38 · h 0.33 (high) - HandlesTwo short looped handles made from the same braided jute, attached at opposite sides of the open top and extending above the rim.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.52 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.26 · y 0.52 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (medium) - Top opening and interiorOpen top reveals interior of the same woven jute material; rim formed by the continuation of the braided weave.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.56 · w 0.36 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Scene shows the basket placed on a wood floor beneath a wooden console table with decorative items on top; a book with legible spine text, a round vase, reed diffuser on a tray, and a textured plaster wall are visible.
- Console tableThick wooden console table with round column-like legs visible on the right side above the basket.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.08 · w 0.57 · h 0.67 (high) - Book spine text“wonderland annie leibovitz”
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.07 · w 0.28 · h 0.07 (high) - Decor itemsRound matte vase, reed diffuser in a clear container on a small metallic tray are arranged on the tabletop.
2 regions
x 0.54 · y 0.02 · w 0.24 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.34 · y 0.02 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (medium) - Background and floorTextured plaster wall in a warm muted pink beige and a medium-toned wood plank floor where the basket sits.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front view of the scene with the basket at lower left under the console; image cropped to include tabletop decor and basket in the foreground.
Colors
natural tan jute· body#CCAA7D- Overall shapeVisible as a square/cubic upright basket with straight vertical sides and a flat base; corners appear slightly rounded from the weave.
- 02
Product
Close-up view of the upper portion of a cubic woven jute basket showing the textured braided weave, top rim, and two looped handles with attached woven tabs.
- Woven body textureVertical-facing side panel of the basket composed of a dense, coarse braided jute weave forming a repetitive knotted pattern.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.35 · w 0.92 · h 0.58 (high) - Top rimRolled/finished rim formed by the same braided material, creating a horizontal edge at the basket opening.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.22 · w 0.92 · h 0.18 (high) - Looped handle (front)Single looped handle rising from a woven rectangular attachment tab; the handle appears as a tightly twisted rope of the same jute material.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.08 · w 0.48 · h 0.38 (high) - Woven attachment tabRectangular woven tab where the handle connects to the basket side, visibly integrated into the body weave.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.30 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (high) - Partial rear handleA second looped handle is visible in the background at the right side, partially cropped and out of full focus.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.06 · w 0.28 · h 0.34 (high) - Interior viewInterior upper wall is visible and shows the same braided texture in shadow, appearing slightly darker due to lighting.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.42 · h 0.22 (medium)
Other
Studio-styled close-up with neutral warm background, soft directional lighting from left producing gentle shadowing and shallow depth of field; image crops portions of the basket edges.
- BackgroundSmooth neutral warm-toned wall or backdrop with subtle gradient from light at top center to darker at left edge.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.36 (high) - Shot compositionTight crop focusing on upper left quadrant of the basket with the top rim and handles near the image center; right-side handle partially out of frame.
- Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from left produces highlights on the woven strands and a shadowed interior and right side.
- Image qualitySharp detail on foreground weave with shallow depth of field causing background and rear handle to be slightly blurred.
Colors
natural tan· woven body and rim#D4B48Bnatural tan· handles and attachment tabs#AD917B- Woven body textureVertical-facing side panel of the basket composed of a dense, coarse braided jute weave forming a repetitive knotted pattern.
- 03
Product
A cubic woven jute basket with short sewn loop handles on two sides; an oversized fringed throw is draped over the opening and partially fills the basket.
- Overall shapeRectangular cubic basket with straight vertical sides and a square top opening; basket sits on the floor and holds a folded throw that spills over the front edge.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.58 · w 0.54 · h 0.37 (high) - Weave textureTightly braided natural-fiber weave with horizontal rows of braided cord forming a visible textured pattern across the sidewall.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.62 · w 0.40 · h 0.27 (high) - HandlesShort loop handles made from the same woven fiber, attached near the top rim and folded outward at the front left corner.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.56 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Top opening and rimTop rim appears slightly thicker where the braided weave finishes, and the opening is partially obscured by the draped throw.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.50 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high) - Contents visibleA large fuzzy throw with green, tan and pinkish tones is draped over and inside the basket; long cream fringe strands hang over the front exterior of the basket.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.54 · w 0.55 · h 0.40 (high)
Other
Lifestyle scene showing the basket on a wood floor next to a sofa and small round wooden side table; soft natural lighting from the left creates gentle shadows.
- Scene compositionBasket placed on a dark wood floor in the foreground near the left arm of a light-colored upholstered sofa; a round wooden side table with a dark spherical lamp base is visible to the left.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (medium) - Lighting and shadowSoft, warm directional light from the left casts subtle shadows to the right of the basket and produces a mild highlight on the weave and on the floor.
- Background furnitureLight gray textured sofa with multiple decorative cushions in muted green, beige and brown tones visible behind the basket.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.00 · w 0.60 · h 0.62 (high) - Flooring and rugDark wood plank floor under the basket with a light woven area rug partially visible under the sofa to the right.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.75 · w 0.90 · h 0.24 (high) - Image qualitySharp focus on the basket and throw in foreground with shallow depth of field making background sofa and pillows softly out of focus.
Colors
natural tan jute· basket body and handles- Overall shapeRectangular cubic basket with straight vertical sides and a square top opening; basket sits on the floor and holds a folded throw that spills over the front edge.