As a family-run, third-generation business, we’ve spent more than 70 years perfecting the art of beautifully crafted storage. Our handwoven wicker baskets combine timeless craftsmanship with thoughtful, functional design to help bring order, warmth, and elegance to everyday living.
The Basket Lady, founded in Philadelphia in 1990, is a family-owned home décor company led by mother–daughter team Carol Littman and Kelli Katch. Specializing in high-quality wicker baskets for storage, laundry, organization, and home décor, The Basket Lady has become a trusted source for homeowners, designers, and luxury hospitality spaces seeking durable, artisan-crafted baskets.
Our family’s roots in the home décor industry go back more than seven decades, when Carol’s father first began manufacturing, importing, and distributing ceramics, decorative trays, and woven baskets for the home. Today, we continue that legacy by partnering with skilled artisans who carefully handcraft each basket using traditional weaving techniques and natural materials.
From wicker laundry baskets and storage trunks to waste baskets, organization baskets, and decorative storage solutions, every piece we create is designed to combine beauty, durability, and everyday functionality. Our baskets are thoughtfully made to help solve clutter while complementing a wide range of interiors—from classic and traditional homes to modern spaces.
At The Basket Lady, we believe that functional storage can also be beautiful. Every basket reflects our commitment to quality craftsmanship, timeless design, and practical solutions for living well at home.
Now, over 30 years later and armed with a passion for creating and importing unique rattan and wicker basket designs, THE BASKET LADY works directly with skilled artisans and weavers in Indonesia to produce and offer a wide range of high-quality, handmade baskets that artfully weave together style and function.
THE BASKET LADY’S unique and timeless designs can be found in homes and at retail shops, restaurants, spas, hotels, and fitness clubs across the country.
Our Mission
We’re on a mission to solve your home’s clutter, storage, and organization challenges – one beautifully crafted and expertly woven wicker and rattan basket at a time.
CAROL LITTMAN
Carol Littman’s father and grandfather were trailblazers in the home decor space. Her grandfather manufactured hand-painted trays, and her father was one of the first importers of Italian ceramics.
Carol developed her eye for style while studying Fine Arts Education at Syracuse University and the Laguna Beach School of Art & Design. As a young mom, she launched a small party business selling baskets and home decor products with the help of regional suppliers.
On a quest to find the highest quality wicker and natural materials, Carol expanded the business and began developing and designing her own wicker baskets with the help of highly-skilled artisans in Indonesia.
KELLI KATCH
Kelli joined the family business after spending eight years in the aerospace industry. With degrees in Engineering and International Business, Kelli handles the day-to-day operations and works directly with corporate customers to fulfill their needs.
Gifted with the family’s flair for design, Kelli’s artistic visions have helped shape and create some of their best-selling products. She also gets organization and storage inspiration from her two boys, and THE BASKET LADY’S mascot, Dyson, a long-haired miniature dachshund.
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Our baskets are handcrafted using eco-friendly, durable rattan sourced responsibly from Indonesia, ensuring that our materials respect both the environment and the communities we support. By partnering with skilled artisans, we create products that reduce waste and prioritize longevity, offering timeless pieces designed to be cherished for years. With every basket, we aim to inspire conscious living while preserving the planet for future generations.
Our design philosophy blends functionality with timeless beauty. Each basket is thoughtfully crafted to enhance your home’s style while meeting your everyday needs, whether it’s organizing, decorating, or both. Rooted in the artistry of skilled Indonesian craftsmanship, our designs celebrate natural textures, clean lines, and versatile elegance. We believe in creating products that not only serve a purpose but also bring warmth and character to every room.
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Our baskets are handcrafted using eco-friendly, durable rattan sourced responsibly from Indonesia, ensuring that our materials respect both the environment and the communities we support. By partnering with skilled artisans, we create products that reduce waste and prioritize longevity, offering timeless pieces designed to be cherished for years. With every basket, we aim to inspire conscious living while preserving the planet for future generations.
Our design philosophy blends functionality with timeless beauty. Each basket is thoughtfully crafted to enhance your home’s style while meeting your everyday needs, whether it’s organizing, decorating, or both. Rooted in the artistry of skilled Indonesian craftsmanship, our designs celebrate natural textures, clean lines, and versatile elegance. We believe in creating products that not only serve a purpose but also bring warmth and character to every room.
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