Square Wicker Laundry Basket Grey Sage | The Melford

Picture a linen cupboard in a countryside cottage—the kind where folded sheets smell faintly of lavender, where towels are stacked just so, and where everything has its place. Now imagine the basket that sits beside it: handwoven in soft antique wash wicker, lined with grey sage cotton the colour of misty mornings, sturdy enough for daily use yet beautiful enough to leave in plain sight. That's the Melford Laundry Keeper—a quiet companion to laundry rituals and the sort of piece that makes you want to keep things tidy.

This isn't a basket you hide in a cupboard. It's the kind you leave beside the linen press, in the corner of a guest room, or at the foot of the bed—earning its place not just for what it holds, but for how it makes the room feel. The structured square shape offers generous space for folded linens, fresh towels, or seasonal textiles, while the removable grey sage lining adds a layer of care to delicate contents. Faux leather handles provide subtle contrast and make it easy to carry from room to room.

Why This Laundry Keeper Deserves Its Place

Handwoven from antique wash wicker, each basket develops its own character over time—the natural material softening, the tone deepening, the weave settling into its purpose. The removable cotton lining in grey sage can be gently hand-washed when needed, keeping the basket fresh for years of use. The square silhouette is both practical (it sits neatly against walls and in corners) and visually pleasing (clean lines, stately proportions, timeless appeal).

Available in three sizes to suit different spaces and needs: Small for guest rooms or bathrooms, Large for family laundry or linen storage, or the Set of 2 for those who appreciate matching pieces throughout the home. The faux leather handles are sturdy enough for daily use yet refined enough to complement the heritage aesthetic.

Details That Matter

• Material: Antique wash wicker with removable grey sage cotton lining and faux leather handles
• Small: 36 × 36 × 36 cm (14.2" × 14.2" × 14.2")
• Large: 42 × 42 × 42 cm (16.5" × 16.5" × 16.5")
• Set of 2: Includes one Small and one Large
• Square silhouette for neat placement against walls and in corners
• Removable cotton lining can be hand-washed and air dried
• Faux leather handles for easy carrying
• Handwoven construction develops character over time
• Generous capacity for linens, towels, or seasonal textiles

Care Instructions

Wipe wicker with a dry cloth to remove dust. The grey sage cotton lining can be gently hand-washed in cool water and air dried flat. Avoid prolonged exposure to moisture to preserve the basket's antique wash tone and structural integrity. The natural wicker will develop a beautiful patina with age and use.

Where It Belongs

Beside a linen press in the hallway, tucked in the corner of a guest room, at the foot of a bed for extra blankets, in a bathroom for fresh towels, or styled in a utility room for everyday laundry. This is a piece that works quietly in the background while adding heritage charm to any room it inhabits.

Complete the Look: Pair with other handwoven treasures from our Woven Homewares Collection, or explore our Laundry Baskets & Linen Keepers for more timeless storage solutions that understand the value of quiet utility and charm.