{"product_id":"set-of-4-round-water-hyacinth-placemats-11-8-inch-handwoven-natural-placemats-by-skilled-artisans","title":"Set of 4 Round Water Hyacinth Placemats (11.8 inch) – Handwoven Natural Placemats by Skilled Artisans","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBring authentic craftsmanship and sustainable elegance to your dining table with the \u003cb\u003eSet of 4 Round Water Hyacinth Placemats (30 cm)\u003c\/b\u003e from \u003cb\u003eeQueen Handicrafts\u003c\/b\u003e. Carefully handwoven by experienced Vietnamese artisans, each piece reflects generations of traditional skill while supporting responsible, regenerative craft production rooted in the Mekong Delta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDesigned to suit British homes—from cozy cottages to contemporary townhouses—these placemats offer a timeless natural foundation for everyday dining and relaxed entertaining. \u003cb\u003eCrafted by Skilled Hands, Not Machines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEvery placemat is individually shaped and woven using \u003cb\u003erefined hand-plaiting techniques passed down through artisan villages\u003c\/b\u003e. The even circular structure, balanced fibre tension and smooth finishing edges demonstrate the high level of craftsmanship behind each piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRather than mass production, eQueen Handicrafts works closely with rural makers whose expertise transforms natural river plants into durable, elegant tableware suited to modern European living.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis human touch ensures that no two placemats are ever completely identical—each carries its own character and story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Sustainable Material with a Regenerative Story\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWater hyacinth grows naturally along the rivers of the Mekong Delta, where it helps improve water quality and restore aquatic ecosystems. By harvesting and weaving this renewable plant fiber, eQueen supports a \u003cb\u003ecircular craft model that benefits both people and environment\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYour placemat set contributes to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003erestoring river ecosystems through responsible harvesting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003epreserving traditional weaving knowledge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003ecreating stable income for artisan communities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003esupporting women-led rural craft production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003ereducing reliance on synthetic tableware materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis is sustainability that begins at the source and continues through every stage of production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eHandwoven by highly skilled Vietnamese artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eMade from sustainably harvested water hyacinth fiber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eElegant round shape for balanced table presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eNaturally textured surface suitable for everyday use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eDurable yet lightweight construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eComplements classic British dining traditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eIdeal for layering with runners, linen napkins and ceramics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eEco-conscious alternative to plastic or synthetic placemats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eProduct name: Round Water Hyacinth Placemat Set 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eQuantity: Set of 4 placemats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eDiameter: 30 cm each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eMaterial: Natural water hyacinth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eColor: Natural straw tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eShape: Round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eTechnique: Traditional hand weaving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eOrigin: Handmade in Vietnam by eQueen artisans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eCare: Wipe clean with a dry or slightly damp cloth; keep in a dry environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesigned for British Dining Culture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThese placemats fit naturally into the rhythms of UK home life:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eeveryday family meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eSunday roast gatherings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003egarden lunches in summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eautumn supper tables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003erelaxed countryside entertaining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003ethoughtful housewarming gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTheir warm natural tone pairs beautifully with wood furniture, ceramic plates and seasonal table styling commonly found in British interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe eQueen Handicrafts Commitment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChoosing eQueen Handicrafts means choosing more than table décor. It supports a long-term vision of \u003cb\u003esustainable craft business rooted in environmental regeneration, cultural preservation and fair artisan livelihoods\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFrom the waterways of the Mekong Delta to dining tables across Britain, each placemat represents a meaningful connection between skilled hands, natural materials and responsible living.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Equeen Handicrafts","offers":[{"title":"11.8 inch","offer_id":57865601384835,"sku":null,"price":16.68,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"13.4 inch","offer_id":57865601417603,"sku":null,"price":18.94,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/8668\/4803\/files\/1.RoundWaterHyacinthPlacemat_XC.png?v=1776911495","url":"https:\/\/equeenhandicrafts.com\/products\/set-of-4-round-water-hyacinth-placemats-11-8-inch-handwoven-natural-placemats-by-skilled-artisans","provider":"Equeen Handicrafts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}