The work of plant fibers an abundant natural material Tunisia- is back. The famous basket is a utility object which also accompanies the majority of Tunisians in their market.

The mat, an alfa carpet of rushes or Colored palm has always been part of rural and urban furniture. Today, a multitude of everyday utensils (basket, ottoman, range …) continue to be manufactured from these fibers.

Nabeul is the most important production centers for rush mats “Smar.” It produces a range of wall mats (qiyas) or floor and sleeping mats (hsira) which generally furnish mosques.

The Sahel and Sfax are renowned for their production of utility plaiting materials; mats used in traditional transport products. Today this rural craft is converted into household articles such as mats or hallway carpets.

Basket making made ​​from palm leaves is an important part of the handicrafts of the South; baskets, fans and hats are the main products. Wicker is used in the manufacture of baskets. The wicker furniture (canework) is a recent production that wins favor of a more modern customer.