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Malu Jute Table Runner - Bone

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Handmade
Fair Trade
Natural Fibres

Designed to protect tabletops while adding natural texture, the Malu Table Runner is handwoven from jute and cotton in light, neutral tones. Use it as a centrepiece for everyday meals and special occasions, pair it with our Round Jute Placemats and Coasters for a complete table setting, or style it as a foundation on a sideboard or console.

DETAILS
  • Handwoven table runner made from natural jute and cotton
  • Designed to help protect tabletops from heat, marks and spills
  • Suitable for everyday dining and special occasions
  • Can also be styled on a sideboard, console or other furniture
  • Pair with the Round Jute Placemats x 8 in Lidded Basket and Round Jute Coasters x 8 in Lidded Basket.
  • Available in Bone and Natural
  • SKU: DT110B
DIMENSIONS
  • CM: 170cm long x 35cm wide
  • IN: 67in long x 14in wide
MATERIALS
  • Natural jute is first braided by hand, then woven with cotton on traditional wooden looms to create the textured fabric.
  • Each end is finished with natural jute blanket stitching.
MAKING
  • Each Malu piece is made in several stages by women artisans through a Fair Trade organisation.
  • Natural jute is first braided by hand into long lengths before being woven with cotton on traditional wooden looms in rural Bangladesh.
  • The fabric is then sent to a sewing workshop in Dhaka, where each piece is cut to size and finished with hand-stitched jute edging.
  • This process brings together specialised skills, supporting consistent work and fair wages across the artisan groups involved.
CARE
  • Keep out of direct sunlight, as jute will naturally change colour over time.
  • Take outside and shake regularly to remove dust and crumbs.
  • The runner will withstand light condensation, but avoid prolonged exposure to moisture.
  • Blot spills immediately with an absorbent cloth. Do not rub, as this may spread the stain or loosen fibres.
  • Allow to dry completely after exposure to moisture.
  • For oil-based or coloured spills, consult a professional cleaner.
  • You may choose to apply a fabric protection treatment suitable for natural fibres before use.
FAQ'S

What is the difference between Bone and Natural? The colour difference is created by the cotton thread woven through the natural jute. Bone has a light, neutral off-white thread, resulting in a lighter runner suited to cooler and neutral tones. Natural has a warmer-toned thread, typically suited to warmer and neutral-toned interiors.

Can I use the Malu Table Runner with hot serving dishes? The jute and cotton weave helps protect your tabletop from heat, but we recommend placing very hot cookware on one of our Hemp Trivets or Hemp Hot Mats for additional protection.

What placemats can I pair it with? The Malu Table Runner pairs beautifully with our Round Jute Placemats x 8 in Lidded Basket and  and Round Jute Coasters x 8 in Lidded Basket, which complement its natural jute texture and neutral tones.

Can I use the runner somewhere other than a dining table? Yes. Its 170cm length also works well styled along a sideboard or console as a foundation for decorative objects, ceramics or serving pieces.

Can I wash the table runner? We don't recommend machine washing or soaking the runner. Shake regularly to remove crumbs and dust, and blot spills promptly with an absorbent cloth. Allow it to dry completely if it becomes damp.

Design Details That Matter

STRUCTURE

Flat woven construction creates a durable, structured surface for everyday use.

MATERIAL

Braided natural jute and off-white cotton are handwoven together for a textural finish.

FEATURE

Hand-stitched jute edging gives each end its distinctive handmade character.

FUNCTION

Protects surfaces while creating a foundation for table settings, sideboards and consoles.

From Their Hands To Yours

We partner with a Fair Trade organisation in Bangladesh that supports the women who make our Malu Table Runners through both weaving and sewing.

The fabric is woven by women in rural communities, working from their homes or in shared village weaving spaces. Natural jute is first braided by hand into long lengths, then woven together with cotton on traditional wooden looms using skills passed down through generations.

The woven fabric is then sent to Dhaka, where women in a Fair Trade sewing workshop cut each runner to size and finish the ends with hand-stitched jute edging. Together, these stages bring the skills of two groups of women to each piece, providing fair, consistent work across both weaving and sewing communities.



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