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Woven Palm Leaf Placemat / Trivet
Flat woven table mats and trivets made from dyed palm leaf or straw, often in colorful geometric patterns.
History & Cultural Context
Palm leaf weaving for household objects is widespread across rural Morocco. Placemats and trivets are practical items that also serve as affordable souvenirs. They showcase the same weaving skills used for larger baskets.
Materials
- Dyed palm leaf stripsSplit and colored palm frond fibers
Production Techniques
- Coil weavingTraditional
Strips woven in tight spirals to form flat mats
Production Notes
Palm leaf strips split, dyed, and tightly coil-woven into flat circular or rectangular shapes. Available in sets. Lightweight and easy to pack.
Quality Indicators
Quality
Tight, flat weave that lies completely flatColorfast dyes
Price Ranges
Budget10 – 30 MAD(~$1 – $3)
Single placemat, simple pattern
Mid-range30 – 80 MAD(~$3 – $8)
Set of 4–6, detailed patterns
Premium80 – 200 MAD(~$8 – $20)
Large set with matching table runner, complex designs