Orbis Terra Placemat
Where the Table Becomes Ground
Small yet meaningful, the Orbis Terra Placemat transforms a daily ritual into a moment of intention. Hand-braided from natural abaca fibre, it brings the warmth of the earth to your table, a quiet foundation for morning coffee, afternoon tea, or evenings shared with the people you love.
It is the ground beneath the plate: a small, round world set down before the meal begins. Where the table is laid with care, the meal becomes more than food. It becomes a gathering.
Crafted by Hand, Rooted in Nature
The Orbis Terra Placemat is braided entirely from natural abaca, a plant fibre drawn from one of the most renewable and biodegradable materials in the world. Abaca is lightweight, remarkably strong, and naturally beautiful, its warm brown tones entirely as nature intended. There are no synthetic dyes and no chemical treatments.
Each placemat is woven in small batches, and no two are exactly alike. Gentle variations in weave and tone are not flaws but signatures, the visible record of a human hand at work. Heat-resistant and easy to maintain, it is designed to protect your surfaces while adding organic texture and quiet depth. Sustainability, here, is both practical and beautiful.
Product Details
Product Name Orbis Terra
Category Home / Tableware / Placemats / Sustainable Abaca
Price £65
Dimensions 15 inches diameter
Colourway Natural seagrass with raffia accents in soft ecru and warm sand tones
Materials Handwoven natural seagrass with raffia detailing
Collection Founding Collection, Limited Edition
Production Handmade by Fairly paid artisans sustaining craft-centred livelihoods, from product through to packaging.
Key Features
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Made entirely from natural abaca fibre: renewable, biodegradable, and plant-based.
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Generous 15-inch round silhouette, a full place setting for plate, cup, and cutlery.
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Hand-braided in small batches, with natural variations in weave and tone.
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Heat-resistant and easy to maintain.
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Warm, natural brown that grounds any tablescape, rustic or refined.
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Fairly traded craft that sustains livelihoods, from product through to packaging.
Care Instructions
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To clean, gently wipe with a dry or slightly damp cloth.
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Store in a well-ventilated space; avoid plastic storage bags.
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Avoid moisture and prolonged sunlight exposure to preserve colour and texture.
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Keep flat and store in a breathable container.
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Embrace the subtle softening of texture and tone over time. This is the patina of authenticity.
What’s Included
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One handwoven Orbis Terra Placemat, a naturally unique, one-of-a-kind piece.
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A product tag with a QR code linking to its story and care instructions at clubcolere.com, ready for gifting.
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Gift wrapping in sustainable packaging, handmade by the craft communities we partner with.