Bags

Kenyan artisans expertly weave long strips of palm leaves to create this stylish open top tote bag. Featuring a leather trimmed top and handles, this tote is the perfect on-the-go accessory and roomy enough to carry it all.

Dimensions: 14"L x 12"W x 9"H (to top of basket), 14"H (to top of handles)

Crafted from: Palm fiber, leather

About the Artisans:

In Nairobi's Banana Hill suburb, African artisans utilize the fiber of banana palm trees, which grow prolifically in East Africa, to create whimsical gifts for local sale and export. Geoffrey and George head up a group of talented creatives with a penchant for portraying nuances of African life through this sustainable, all-natural medium.

Artisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave this beautiful all natural shopper from thick, tough elephant grass. Woven loop handles complete the look. Bolga baskets stand up to use and abuse and remain functional and beautiful for years.

Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly. To shape your basket, spray with cool water and press gently into shape. Let air dry.

Color options vary. For a photo of current choices, please email us at mangoandmain@gmail.com.

Origin: Ghana

Size: 12"L x 7"W x 13"T

Materials: Elephant grass, dye

Artisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave beautiful shopper baskets from thick, tough elephant grass. An intricate lacework design adds visual interest and delicacy to this durable handmade accessory, and leather wrapped handles are comfortable to carry.

Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.

Dimensions: 16"L x 8"W x 18"H

Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye, leather

Made in: Ghana

Featuring a sturdy woven handle, these bucket bags are trendy and perfect for a boat or beach day. You can shop in style with the confidence that all of your items will fit in this hand-crafted bag!

Measures approximately 9" diameter x 13" tall.

Made in Ghana.

Fair trade and hand-woven bags are made of elephant grass.

The large savanna tote has sturdy black and cream leather handles. The bag features a criss-cross weave with black and natural stripes. This bag is perfect for carrying everything to the beach or on the boat!

Measures approximately 15" long at bottom x 20" long at top x 15" tall.

Hand-woven from elephant grass.

Made in Ghana.