About us
Everyday pieces, made by hand in Rwanda
Asiimwe Creations is a Rwandan craft brand making everyday pieces from bamboo and rattan — natural materials, shaped and finished by hand.
Our story
Rooted in the land of a thousand hills
We believe the things you use every day — the cup you drink from, the basket by the door, the pot on the windowsill — should feel good to hold and be made from something that grows back.
That's why we work with bamboo and rattan. Both are natural, renewable and strong, and both get better with use. Every piece is shaped and finished by hand in Rwanda, so no two are exactly alike.
Our mark, a mountain gorilla standing among volcano peaks, is a nod to home: strong, gentle and made to last.
What we work with
Our materials
Bamboo
Bamboo is a grass, not a tree. It grows quickly, regrows from its roots after it's cut, and is strong and light for its weight. We shape it into cups, tumblers and planters, then sand it smooth by hand.
Rattan
Rattan is a climbing palm. Its long, solid stems bend when they're heated and hold their shape once they cool and dry, which makes them ideal for frames, baskets and woven cane.
From stem to shelf
How a piece is made
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Step 1: Select
We choose mature, well-dried stems with good grain and no cracks.
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Step 2: Shape
Each stem is cut, carved, bent or woven by hand into its final form.
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Step 3: Finish
Pieces are sanded smooth and sealed so they're ready for everyday use.
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Step 4: Check & pack
We check every piece before it's wrapped and sent to you.
What we care about
Our values
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Natural materials
Bamboo and rattan grow back fast and age beautifully.
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Made by hand
Small differences in colour and grain make each piece its own.
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Made to last
Simple, sturdy pieces designed for daily use, not for a season.
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Rooted in Rwanda
Designed and made in Rwanda, sent from Kigali.
Find a piece for your home
Cups, planters and storage, made by hand and ready for everyday use.