Dao Wooden Handle Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag

The Dao Wooden Handle Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag is a fresh take on a classic shape. Handwoven in Thailand using thick, sustainable water hyacinth, this small yet sculptural bucket bag delivers structure, charm, and timeless simplicity. Its tall, softly rounded body is topped with two rich wooden oval handles for a touch of natural contrast. With its clean weave, curved form, and airy construction, Dao is perfect for minimalist lovers and slow-fashion advocates alike.

What Makes It Feel So Effortless

• Handwoven from sustainable water hyacinth in Thailand
• Sturdy oval wooden handles with smooth finish
• Tall, tapered bucket silhouette with flat bottom
• Ideal for light carry: phone, wallet, sunglasses
• Lightweight, breathable, and easy to style

Whether you’re walking through town, heading to a casual gathering, or relaxing on holiday, the Dao Wooden Handle Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag adds quiet elegance to your outfit. Its earthy textures and timeless profile make it a thoughtful gift or personal staple—easy to carry, hard to forget.

£49.99

Timeless Form: Dao Wooden Handle Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag

The Dao Wooden Handle Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag blends simplicity, structure, and craft into one refined accessory. It’s handwoven from sustainable Thai straw and finished with rich wooden oval handles, offering texture and balance. Its clean lines and tapered silhouette make it perfect for minimalist wardrobes. Whether paired with relaxed weekend wear or crisp neutrals, this piece adds subtle elegance. It was made for those who value thoughtful materials and shape-driven design over bold decoration.

The Meaning Behind the Dao Straw Bag

In Thai, “Dao” means “star.” That symbolism suits this piece perfectly. The Dao Wooden Handle Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag may be small, but it draws attention with its sculptural shape and quiet strength. Like a star in a clear sky, it’s not loud—it’s luminous. The name reflects the natural lightness and organic appeal of the design. Just as stars guide with calm presence, this bag complements without taking over. It shines in simplicity and reflects soft confidence.

Handwoven Thai Craft with Natural Precision

Artisans in Phayao weave each bag by hand using water hyacinth harvested from nearby rivers. They sun-dry the fibres, coil them into tight strands, and stitch them into shape without machinery. This method creates a breathable, durable bucket form with rich texture. The result is a Dao Straw Bucket Bag with visible care in every coil. It holds its form without internal supports, proving that natural materials, shaped skillfully, can be strong and beautiful.

Sculptural Wooden Handles for Functional Design

Each wooden handle is shaped into a smooth oval and stained in a warm, medium-brown finish. These handles offer a grounded contrast to the pale straw body, anchoring the visual design. They feel solid in the hand and never pull or pinch. Their placement keeps the bag upright and centred while being carried. The handles give the Dao Wooden Handle Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag a finished, intentional feel—part sculpture, part utility.

Tall Bucket Silhouette That Stands Upright

The vertical form tapers slightly from base to top, creating elegant dimension. The firm base allows it to stand on flat surfaces without tipping. This bucket shape is both stylish and functional. It holds items vertically, making access easier and preventing collapse. Customers love that the Dao Wooden Handle Bag keeps its shape whether full or empty. Its proportions suit everyday needs while staying visually striking.

Compact Capacity for Light Daily Carry

This isn’t a large tote—but it fits more than expected. Inside, there’s room for your wallet, phone, sunglasses, and keys, with a little space left. It’s ideal for quick errands, strolls, or weekends where less is more. The open top design allows easy access, while the narrow sides keep contents secure. The Dao Straw Bucket Bag encourages intentional packing and breezy movement through your day.

Effortless Pairing with Natural Wardrobes

This bag was made to complement relaxed dressing. It looks beautiful next to linen, cotton, or denim. Neutral tones like beige, olive, or cream bring out the warmth of the straw, while the wooden handles coordinate with leather or wood-toned accessories. The Dao Wooden Handle Straw Bag slots into quiet, curated wardrobes. It feels just as appropriate in cafés as it does at a countryside picnic.

Part of Our Bucket & Drawstring Bag Collection

The Dao Wooden Handle Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag belongs to our curated collection of upright, structured straw designs. While it doesn’t include a drawstring, it shares the core traits—vertical shape, steady base, and breathable natural weave. These styles suit those who want functionality with architectural lines. The Dao version is one of the most minimal in the group, favoured by lovers of clean form and natural tone.

Why Customers Choose the Dao Straw Bag

This piece is frequently chosen for its balance—simple, but not plain. Customers describe it as “elevated” and “beautiful in its quietness.” The comfort of the wooden handles and the sturdy build win praise, especially for daily use. It’s often selected for casual events or relaxed travel because it pairs easily with everything. For those who want a dependable straw bag with visual clarity, the Dao Bucket Bag is a lasting favourite.

Sustainable Production with Environmental Purpose

Water hyacinth grows rapidly in Thai rivers, often overtaking ecosystems. Our makers harvest it to support balance and convert it into useful, biodegradable goods. Every Dao Straw Bag contributes to cleaner waterways and rural income generation. No plastics, foam, or glue are used. Instead, it reflects a low-waste philosophy. Choosing this bag helps you support environmental stewardship and heritage weaving in one beautiful object.

Ideal as a Gift for Slow Fashion Enthusiasts

Minimalists, eco-conscious shoppers, and design lovers all respond well to the Dao Wooden Handle Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag. It’s a thoughtful gift with utility, meaning, and story. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or thank-yous, it suits all ages and is free from logos or trend dependency. Its natural character and quiet beauty make it feel rare and personal—just right for someone who values authenticity in what they carry.

Personalisation Options for Special Orders

We offer custom options including fabric linings, wood stain changes, and initial tags. Custom production takes 14 to 21 days and is available for events, wedding gifts, or coordinated style sets. The personalisation process doesn’t remove the handmade charm—it enhances it. Each Dao Straw Bucket Bag remains true to its shape and fibre, just slightly more tailored to your vision.

A Travel-Friendly Straw Bag That Fits Anywhere

With its compact height and rigid body, the bag fits easily into suitcases and day packs. It doesn’t fold or flatten but stays lightweight. Travellers love it because it works well across different settings—cafés, coastal walks, or local markets. The Dao Wooden Handle Bag has enough capacity to keep you covered while remaining elegant in every context.

Minimal Upkeep for Long-Term Use

This piece requires only occasional care. Dust off with a dry cloth, wipe the wooden handles gently, and avoid water exposure. If storing for a season, keep it in a cool, dry space. With this simple attention, the Dao Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag will remain strong and beautiful for many years. It’s designed for movement, and made for longevity.

A Small Bag That Commands Subtle Attention

Though modest in size, the bag earns compliments for its material and form. It doesn’t need branding or hardware to stand out—its honesty, texture, and shape do that work. Whether carried into a local café or given as a meaningful gift, the Dao Wooden Handle Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag always leaves a quiet impression. It reflects balance, sustainability, and craft without saying a word.

 

Global Shipping for the Dao Wooden Handle Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag

We ship the Dao Wooden Handle Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag worldwide using EMS Thailand World Airfreight. This international courier is reliable, fast, and provides full tracking from dispatch to delivery. Customers often benefit from low or no import charges, and we never add markups. EMS charges a flat rate for packages up to 1kg, so ordering two or three bags together can be much more cost-effective. We don’t build the shipping cost into our product price, as we believe in transparent, fair pricing that reflects only what EMS charges us.

From Rural Villages to Our Nakhon Sawan Hub

This bag is handcrafted by Thai artisans based in rural regions across Thailand, including Chiang Mai, Phayao, Phatthalung, and Nakhon Si Thammarat. Once the Dao bag is finished, it’s carefully sent to our central dispatch hub in Nakhon Sawan. There, our team completes the final quality control, packing, and international posting. This structure allows us to keep production authentic and regional while ensuring every order is managed efficiently and reliably from a single location.

Every Dao Bag Inspected Before It Leaves Thailand

Before shipping, our quality control team performs a full inspection on each Dao bag. We photograph and video the bag to confirm its pristine handmade condition. You’ll receive a bag that’s already documented to meet our high quality standards. Each one is packed inside a soft white cotton drawstring bag to prevent damage and provide you with elegant storage. The outer packaging is also designed to protect the product using recyclable, eco-conscious materials.

Estimated EMS Delivery Times by Region

Shipping times begin after the bag is dispatched and do not include production lead times:

  • Thailand: 1–3 business days

  • Asia-Pacific: 3–5 business days

  • Europe and UK: 4–9 business days

  • North America: 5–7 business days

  • Oceania: 4–6 business days

  • South America: 9–11 business days
    Customs delays or local delivery service slowdowns may extend these timelines slightly.

Custom Orders Require Additional Time

If your Dao bag includes personalisation, custom colours, or a bespoke design, our weaving team will need between 14 and 21 business days to create it. Once finished, the bag is sent to our dispatch hub in Nakhon Sawan and prepared for EMS posting. Shipping timeframes apply from the date of dispatch only. Ready-to-ship orders are usually sent out within 3 business days.

Track Your Dao Bag Online After Dispatch

Once your parcel is handed over to EMS Thailand, we’ll email you a tracking number. This allows you to monitor the full journey from Thailand to your delivery address. Tracking is active both on the EMS site and through your national postal provider once the parcel arrives in your country. If you don’t see your tracking number after 24 hours, please check your spam folder or get in touch with us.

Local Postal Services Handle Final Delivery

When EMS passes your parcel to your local postal provider, they will complete the final delivery. While we can support tracking issues, any delays or issues caused by local couriers are outside our control. We’ll do our best to help, but responsibility for the last leg of the journey lies with your national postal service.

Import Duties Are Rare but May Apply

Most Dao bag orders arrive without customs issues. Water hyacinth products are considered low risk for import inspections, and many customers do not pay duties. However, depending on your country’s policies, you may be required to pay import VAT or handling charges. These are not included in the product or shipping cost and are the customer’s responsibility.

Eco-Friendly Packaging with Every Order

Your Dao bag will be packed inside a reusable white cotton storage pouch, then placed in protective outer packaging that is recyclable and minimal. We do not use plastic wrap or unnecessary fillers. Our aim is to balance secure shipping with responsible, low-impact packaging that aligns with our sustainable values.

Unexpected Delays and Delivery Updates

External events like customs processing, bad weather, or local holidays can sometimes delay delivery. We’ll continue to monitor your order throughout its journey and stay in contact if there’s any disruption. While these events are rare, we always aim to communicate clearly and support your order until it’s in your hands.

Check Your Shipping Address Carefully

To ensure a smooth delivery, please double-check that your address is entered correctly at checkout. If your parcel is returned due to an incorrect or incomplete address, we’ll contact you to offer reshipment. In such cases, customers are responsible for paying the reshipping cost. The original EMS shipping fee is non-refundable.

What Happens If a Parcel Is Returned

If a parcel comes back to us for any reason, we’ll immediately reach out to help resolve it. You can choose to have it resent or request a refund for the product cost. Returned items must be in unused condition and accompanied by valid tracking. Please note that the original shipping cost will not be refunded unless the issue was our responsibility.

Why We Don’t Include Shipping in Bag Prices

We don’t inflate our prices by including shipping in the product cost. Many brands do this, but we find it unfair—especially when a customer buys more than one bag. EMS charges a flat rate for parcels up to 1kg, which means the cost to ship two or three bags can often be the same as for one. You only pay the actual rate charged by EMS, and nothing more.

No Hidden Fees or Extra Charges

The shipping price you see at checkout is the direct EMS Thailand rate for your location. We don’t add charges for handling, packing, or admin. Everything from cotton pouches to quality control and photographs is already included in the price of the Dao Wooden Handle Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag.

Returns Accepted Within 14 Days

If your Dao bag arrives damaged, you must notify us within 48 hours and provide clear photos or a video. We’ll then arrange either a replacement or a refund. If you wish to return the item for non-damage reasons, we accept returns within 14 days of delivery. The bag must be sent back to our Thai hub via a tracked airfreight courier. Once received and inspected, we’ll refund the product cost. Shipping costs will not be refunded unless the return is due to a fault.

 

The Dao Bag Connects Every Sale to Local Support

The Dao Wooden Handle Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag is more than a beautiful accessory. Every purchase directly contributes to real support in rural Thailand. With each bag sold, 15% of the revenue goes back to help the communities that weave them. This isn’t a separate donation—it’s built into the structure of every sale. That return funds everything from school costs to urgent essentials like food or medicine. When you carry a Dao bag, you’re not just choosing a handcrafted piece. You’re part of a practical support system that reaches the people who made it.

Support Is Reserved for Artisan Villages Only

The Straw Bag Company Foundation focuses on a simple principle: only help the people who create the product. We do not fund public campaigns or open projects. Instead, 15% of every Dao bag sale is sent back to our weavers, their families, and the surrounding villages. This ensures the people doing the work are also the ones receiving the reward. Whether it’s covering a hospital visit, repairing a home, or sending a child to school, the help is personal, practical, and focused. Every Dao bag gives back exactly where it’s needed most.

Crafted Across Five Thai Provinces

Dao bags are woven in five key regions: Phayao, Nakhon Sawan, Phatthalung, Chiang Mai, and Nakhon Si Thammarat. Each area brings something unique to the craft. Some artisans coil the straw. Others handle finishing touches or structure. After each sale, the 15% return is split among these provinces. That means the impact of a single Dao bag reaches across multiple homes and communities. It helps keep traditional weaving techniques alive while improving quality of life in each region. Your bag becomes part of a broader support chain across Thailand.

A Safety Net When Times Are Tough

Rural families often face challenges without warning. Whether it’s a bad harvest, medical issue, or seasonal work disruption, a small setback can have a big impact. The 15% from each Dao sale helps smooth those difficult moments. Our foundation responds quickly, providing essentials like food, clothing, or emergency home repairs. We work through local contacts who know exactly where help is needed. It’s a direct system that works fast and with full understanding of the local context. Buying a Dao bag helps ensure these support systems are always ready.

Giving Children Better Access to Education

One of the clearest ways the Dao bag makes a difference is in education. We use part of the 15% return to help cover costs that prevent children from attending school. These might include uniforms, transport, stationery, or test fees. By removing small but significant obstacles, we help students stay enrolled and motivated. The result is long-term change. Families feel proud, and children get the chance to build a better future. Your choice to buy the Dao Wooden Handle Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag helps fund those opportunities every single time.

Teaching Traditional Weaving to Young Women

Sustaining the craft of water hyacinth weaving requires new talent. That’s why we fund training for young women who want to learn from experienced artisans. Some come straight from school. Others are looking for flexible, dignified work near home. The foundation uses part of the 15% return from each Dao bag to pay for tools, materials, and small training wages. It turns an age-old tradition into a modern livelihood. With each bag sold, more young women gain income, confidence, and skill. This helps keep the tradition of Thai weaving alive for future generations.

Including the Whole Community in the Reward

The Dao bag may be stitched by one artisan, but it reflects the work of many hands. From prepping straw to managing delivery, others contribute behind the scenes. Family members often play silent roles, supporting the process in ways that aren’t visible to the buyer. Our foundation recognises this and directs some of the 15% return to these supporting roles. Whether it’s groceries, school lunch, or a utility top-up, the help is shared widely. The Dao bag acknowledges that success is never individual. It’s the result of a full, working community.

Giving Is Already Built Into the Price

No extra steps are needed to support the people behind the Dao bag. The 15% is already included in every sale. This keeps the process clear and simple for both customers and artisans. When someone purchases the Dao bag, they know that their money supports craftsmanship and provides help to Thai families at the same time. There’s no separate donation required, no form to fill, and no delay. It’s automatic. This ensures consistency, fairness, and immediate benefit to the people who need it most.

Funds Are Put to Work Right Away

Once a Dao bag is purchased, we move quickly. Our team directs the 15% return to where it’s needed within days. There’s no long approval process or delay in action. The money might go toward a medical bill, new shoes for school, or a local weaving apprentice. Whatever the use, it’s immediate and visible. This rapid turnaround keeps momentum alive and allows our communities to rely on timely support. When you hold a Dao bag, that story has already started. Your order has already made something better for someone else.

Giving in Ways That Respect Local Belief

Families in our weaving network come from Buddhist and Christian backgrounds. Both belief systems value generosity, service, and compassion. Our foundation gives in ways that reflect these values. Some families see the 15% return as an offering of merit. Others view it as an act of stewardship or care. We don’t impose meaning. We simply deliver help in ways that match the family’s cultural and spiritual context. The Dao Wooden Handle Water Hyacinth Bucket Bag is made with that respect in mind, blending craftsmanship with conscious, culturally sensitive support.