A display of African Baskets featuring various colors and patterns is arranged on and around a green chair and a black-draped table in the store.
African Baskets featuring an array of patterns and vibrant colors, displayed against a beige wall.
Three African Baskets are displayed. The larger baskets feature black and natural geometric designs, while the smaller basket showcases a green and red pattern. Each basket is equipped with sturdy, wrapped handles.
A vibrant arrangement of African Baskets with handles is beautifully showcased on a table. Some baskets feature tags, and a wooden trivet is placed in front of them.

African Baskets

Available in large selection of sizes and colours these African baskets are not only functional but beautiful too and made to last a lifetime. From table top baskets to laundry baskets there is a multitude of uses for these unique hand made African Baskets. Available in both neutral and traditional colours you are sure to find one that suits your style and decor.

Selection changes regularly. It is recommend you visit the store to see the current selection. Alternately you can contact the store and a staff member will be happy to help show you the current selection available.

Prince range from $45 – $175 and reflect the skilled labour required to create a quality product that will last.

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Description

These beautiful handwoven African baskets are made by artisans in Ghana. Artisans are paidΒ fair market prices for their productsΒ to ensure they earn a living wageΒ for their talents and time. This has had a positive impact not justΒ on the craftspeople, but on the entire community, allowingΒ it to sustainΒ its traditions whileΒ creating new sources of economic growth. In addition many initiatives in the area are supported where our weaving partners liveΒ including sanitation and education programs.

Available in large selection of sizes and colours these African baskets are not only functional but beautiful too and made to last a lifetime. From table top baskets to laundry baskets there is a multitude of uses for these unique hand made African Baskets. Available in both neutral and traditional colours you are sure to find one that suits your style and decor.

Selection changes regularly. It is recommend you visit the store to see the current selection. Alternately you can contact the store and a staff member will be happy to help show you the current selection available.

Prices range from $45 – $175 and reflect the skilled labour required to create a quality product that will last.

Where Are The Baskets Made?Β 

The β€œBolga” baskets are distinct to the area of Bolgatanga Ghana which is in the far north of the country.Β  Initially it was developed bring an income to the region during the farming off season.Β  These baskets have a distinct style, shape, and quality. Once you are familiar with a true Bolga basket, you canΒ easily spot the difference in quality and construction between these and baskets from other parts of the world. Β 

What Are They Made From?

The baskets are made of elephant grass, so-called because it grows so tall and strong in the region where these baskets are made.Β  In fact, itΒ was so abundant in the region of Bolgatanga that for many many yearsΒ that it was considered a nuisance.Β  Basket weaving evolved to make use of an overly abundant resource.

Basket making is an important traditional craftΒ in the region and the weavers are predominantly, but not exclusively, women.Β Β The leather handles are sewn on by men who specialize in β€œleathering”.Β These handles are goat leather.Β  In Ghana, many people own goatsΒ as a food staple so goat leather is abundant in the region.Β Goats are an integral part of the culture in Ghana. They are raised in a free range environment and no part of a dead animal is wasted.

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