Description

Know about screw pine:

• Screw pine is a word that is commonly known as Pandanus (Thaza in Malayalam) largely available in Kerala..
• It grows side by rivers, ponds, and streams.
• The leaf arrangement of the plant is like the threading of a screw, hence the name screw pine.
• Craftsmen get these raw materials from the local areas, without disturbing the ecosystem
• Only matured leaves are used for the craft, without disturbing the mother plant completely.
• They are identified by sword-shaped leaves, prickly margins, and aerial roots.

Why hiltree screw pine basket

• It is modern, stylish, trendy, and unique, suits any shades of the interior.
• hiltree dust bin can be used for under desk waste bin for dry stationer waste, papers, etc.
• The specially selected color tone suits any interior shades, best for every kind of home, office or gallery.
• It is made of screw pine material and can be referred to as a green product.
• The product is unique, specially designed, and It is handcrafted with immense love and efforts by talented artisans.
• hiltree, we interact with the local crafter’s communities, to source only the best screw pine products while reviving the traditional art and craft.
• We are committed to sustainability goals.
• We promote craftsmen and artisans. so as to serve hundreds of families with a sustainable income.
• Screw pine craft is a traditional cottage industry in Kerala. It was started as an empowerment tool for women in the region
• Screw pine is a craft, that not only promotes green practices but also provides eco-friendly employment
  

  Making Process of hiltree screwpine basket

• Locate leaves according to the required size and quantity.
• Screw-pine is cut with the help of cutters,  thorns are spliced apart. the leaves are then rolled outwards to prevent them from curling.
• The leaves are dried well to straighten.
• The fleshy green plant is peeled into thin strips are dried in the sun.
• It is sliced to the required widths.
• Put into boiling water and add the respective colour.
• Dried leaves are then sent to the weavers.
• Will continue with the weaving process.
• With the appropriate weaving of screw pine, incredible products can be obtained.
  

  Care Instructions

• Never drop any wet items in the waste bin
• While using as indoor plant cover, provide isolation to avoid water contact.
• Keep in a dry ventilated area.
• Clean with a slightly wet cloth and brush,
• expose to sunlight till it dry.
• Keep away from fire and moisture
•  If your product was received in an uneven
• shape due to folding, then just press on
• the uneven surface to regain its shape