Bags

Made with hand-dyed elephant grass in cool blue tones, this unique handmade basket is the perfect way to carry groceries, farmer's market finds and more. Each African basket, made entirely by hand by a skilled artisan in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana, features traditional patterns and colors and two easy-carry handles.

Due to handmade nature, color and shape may vary slightly.

Dimensions: 20"h x 13 1/2"w x 9"dia at bottom.

Reshaping your Bolgatanga basket: Our artisan partners fold this basket in order to ship more efficiently. To remove creases and restore its shape, dampen basket with a spray bottle or other water source, or by submerging in water for 1 minute. Let it rest for 5 minutes to allow grass to absorb the moisture and become pliable. Bend and press the basket into shape don't worry, it won't break. Allow it to air dry before use and enjoy your beautiful handwoven basket from Ghana!

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.