Bamboo Stick Placemat with String Ties

This bamboo placemat is made from rows of slim bamboo sticks laid side by side and held together by six lines of dark brown string, each finished with a small knotted tie along one edge. The sticks come in a mixture of pale straw and warmer honey tones, with a darker stick framing each short end, so the surface has a gentle stripe and a natural, rustic feel. It measures 44cm long and 30cm wide, a generous size for a dinner plate or a wide bowl with room around it for cutlery, and at just 0.2cm thick it sits low on the table.

We like it for everyday meals and relaxed suppers alike, from a bowl of noodles or a rice dish to a weekend brunch or a simple salad at the kitchen table. Its natural colouring sits easily with white linen, stoneware and wooden boards, and it suits dining rooms, kitchens and breakfast corners with a calm, pared-back look. Lay one at each place for a set table, or use one on its own under a fruit bowl or a bread basket on a sideboard or a kitchen island. Because it is so light, it is easy to lift, shake and put back between courses.

The sticks are held together by string, so the mat is flexible and rolls up into a slim bundle that tucks neatly into a drawer or cupboard between meals. As general good practice for bamboo, wipe it over with a damp cloth after use, let it dry flat in the air and avoid leaving it to soak, which keeps the sticks and string in good order. For an easy, relaxed table, pair it with a folded linen napkin to one side and simple ceramic bowls in soft, earthy glazes.

What size is this bamboo placemat?

It measures 44cm long and 30cm wide and is 0.2cm thick, giving room for a dinner plate or a wide bowl with cutlery beside it.

What is the placemat made from?

It is made from slim bamboo sticks laid side by side and held together by six lines of dark brown string, each tied off in a small knot along one edge.

What colour is it?

The bamboo sticks mix pale straw and warmer honey tones, with a darker stick at each short end and dark brown string running across, for a natural striped look.

Can I roll it up to store it?

Yes, because the sticks are held together by string the mat is flexible and rolls into a slim bundle that fits easily into a drawer or cupboard.

How should I look after a bamboo placemat?

As general good practice for bamboo, wipe it with a damp cloth after use, let it dry flat in the air and avoid leaving it to soak in water.

What kind of table setting does it suit?

Its natural bamboo tones sit happily with white linen, stoneware and wooden boards, so it suits relaxed kitchen suppers as well as a simply laid dining table.