{"title":"Home \u0026 Decor","description":"\u003cp\u003eHome decor pieces are designed to add character, texture, and visual balance to everyday spaces. Our home decor collection includes sculptural trays and decorative bowls made to elevate surfaces such as desks, tables, shelves, and consoles. These pieces are chosen for their form, material, and finish, making them ideal for styling rather than heavy storage. We offer delivery across Kenya and selected East African locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach item in this collection is designed to stand on its own as a visual element. From wooden trays with distinctive shapes to decorative bowls with rippled or pleated detailing, these pieces bring warmth and structure to interiors. They can be styled empty or used to hold small, lightweight items, depending on your space and preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative Trays\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur decorative trays are designed as tabletop accents that add structure and interest to surfaces. They work well on desks, coffee tables, and sideboards, helping anchor a space visually while offering light, flexible use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative Bowls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDecorative bowls are sculptural pieces created primarily for styling. Designed to enhance surfaces through shape and texture, they’re ideal for display on tables, shelves, or consoles, either on their own or with minimal, lightweight contents.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cara-pleated-decorative-bowl","title":"Cara Pleated Decorative Bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHand-carved from Jacaranda wood (a softwood tree), the Cara pleated bowl is a study in subtle detail. Its soft folds catch the light just right adding warmth and texture to any space. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEach bowl begins with our wood-maker - a craftsman with over 20 years of experience - and passes through four sets of expert hands: cutting, design, sanding, and finishing. It’s a process that not only perfects each curve, but also helps preserve and grow Kenya’s woodcraft industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this gorgeous walnut stained bowl to hold your keys, jewellery or simply as a quiet accent on your shelf. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1410\" data-start=\"1305\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1410\" data-start=\"1305\"\u003eHandcrafted in Kenya \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1410\" data-start=\"1305\"\u003eVariations in grain, tone and form are to be expected (and celebrated!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1410\" data-start=\"1305\"\u003eMade from Jacaranda tree \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1410\" data-start=\"1305\"\u003eLightweight \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1410\" data-start=\"1305\"\u003eRoughly 19cm wide and 8cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1410\" data-start=\"1305\"\u003eFinished with a warm walnut-toned stain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"This Is Essential","offers":[{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":52205369295148,"sku":null,"price":1950.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/6517\/9948\/files\/CaraPleatedDecorativeHandmadeWoodBowlThisIsEssential1.jpg?v=1762335056"},{"product_id":"anda-ripple-decorative-bowl","title":"Anda Ripple Decorative Bowl","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"1032\"\u003eOur Anda ripple bowl is hand-carved in Kenya from locally sourced Jacaranda, each piece carrying its own unique grain and tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1303\"\u003eBehind its simple beauty lies years of expertise - a process guided by a wood-maker with two decades of experience and refined by four specialists in cutting, design, sanding and finishing. Together, they bring craftsmanship and community to life, one bowl at a time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eWhether styled on your desk or coffee table, it brings a touch of natural calm to your everyday spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eHandcrafted in Kenya \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eVariations in grain, tone and form are to be expected (and celebrated!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eMade from Jacaranda tree \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eLightweight \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eRoughly 19cm wide and 8cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eFinished with a dark mahogany-toned stain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"This Is Essential","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":52605643194668,"sku":null,"price":1950.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/6517\/9948\/files\/AndaRippleDecorativeHandmadeWoodBowlThisIsEssential1.jpg?v=1762489221"},{"product_id":"shela-scalloped-wood-tray","title":"Shela Scalloped Wood Tray","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"464\" data-start=\"230\"\u003eOur Shela Scalloped Wood Tray is handcrafted from rich Jacaranda wood and finished with relaxed scalloped edges and fluted detail. 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A piece that’s beautifully functional, full of warmth and just a little bit nostalgic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"771\" data-start=\"466\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eHandcrafted in Kenya \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eDue to its handmade nature, variations in grain, tone and form are to be expected (and celebrated!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eMade from Jacaranda tree  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eRoughly 30cm long, 16cm wide, 4.5cm high \u0026amp; 2.5cm deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eFinished with a warm walnut-toned stain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"This Is Essential","offers":[{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":52313818956076,"sku":null,"price":2000.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/6517\/9948\/files\/ShelaScallopedHandmadeWoodTrayThisIsEssential1.jpg?v=1762755595"},{"product_id":"stari-square-wood-tray","title":"Stari Square Wood Tray","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"599\" data-start=\"328\"\u003eOur Stari Square Wood Tray is small but full of personality. 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