What kind of shelf is this?
It is a two-tier hanging shelf: two dark wood boards held on twisted cream cotton cords that meet in a triangle at the top, with tassels as a finishing touch. The dark wood against the cream rope gives a crisp, slightly rustic look.
How big are the shelves?
The hanger is 30 inches long, and each of the two boards is 18 x 6. That gives room for a small pot and a little décor piece on each level, arranged to suit your wall.
Can I use it for things other than plants?
Yes. Along with plants, the two boards can display small, light décor such as a photo frame, a little brass figure or a few shells. Mixing one plant with one keepsake on each level gives a relaxed, lived-in display.
Where does it look good?
It works on a wall beside a window, above a bedside table or in an entryway, hung from a single hook at the top of the cord triangle. A trailing plant on the lower board breaks up the line of the cords.
Is it handmade?
Yes, it is knotted by hand at the Indiehaat Macrame Unit in Maharashtra under master artisan Brijbala. Small irregularities in the twist and tassels are part of handwork, so each shelf varies a little.