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Read moreKenyan artisans put their creative genius to work to create these simply styled earrings that feature slender brass spears tipped with dark cow horn.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item composed of a material with natural variations, each item will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 3″L
Crafted from: Brass, cow horn
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans put their creative genius to work to create sleek earrings that feature naturally variegated cow horn encased in lustrous brass.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item composed of a material with natural variations, each item will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 2″L x 0.25″W
Crafted from: Brass, cow horn
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan artisans handcraft these stylish earrings from brass and cow bone. The creamy white bone disc and glimmering slice of hammered brass swing freely from the?hypo-allergenic?hook ear wire.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:? 0.75″W x 2.25″H
Crafted from: Brass
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans put their creative genius to work to create these chic earrings comprised of a solid spear of brass tipped with pale white cow bone.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 3″L
Crafted from: Brass, cow bone
Made in: Kenya
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Read morePale sections of variegated cow horn contrast?softly with lustrous hammered brass. These stylish earrings feel composed and intentional, and pair?well with a wide variety of colors.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:? 1″L x 3″H
Crafted from: Brass, cow horn
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreSimplicity in shape and?hue?makes these beautiful handcrafted earrings a joy to wear. The naturally variegated cow horn contrasts beautifully with lustrous brass circles. Each element of this set swings freely on brass jump rings.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:? 0.75″L x 2.75″H
Crafted from: Brass
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan artisans handcraft these eye-catching earrings from brass and dark pieces of cow horn. Each features a pointed ellipse?that swings gently below the cow horn inset.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 0.75″W x 2″L
Crafted from: Brass, cow horn
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan artisans handcraft these stylish earrings from brass and?dark pieces of polished cow horn.?The?variegated cow horn disc?and glimmering slice of hammered brass swing freely from the?hypo-allergenic?hook ear wire.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:? 0.75″W x 2.25″H
Crafted from: Brass
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans put their creative genius to work to create these chic earrings comprised of a solid spear of brass tipped with dyed grey cow bone.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 3″L
Crafted from: Brass, cow bone, dye
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan jewelry artists pair lustrous brass with rustic cow horn to create this gorgeous set of earrings. Smooth and hammered brass halos dangle from a cow horn ring, creating motion between the contrasting textures.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 2.5″L
Crafted from: Brass
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan artisans craft these long lustrous earrings from gently bent and hammered brass. Affixed with hypo-allergenic brass ear wires, each pair brings beautiful shine and sophisticated lines to the wardrobe.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 0.5″W x 3.25″L
Crafted from: Brass
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreAn abstract duo of swinging shapes give character to this unique pair of brass earrings. Handmade by talented artisans in Kenya, each earring’s?linked?elements swing freely as you move.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:? 1″L x 2.25″H
Crafted from: Brass
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans put their creative genius to work to create these chic earrings comprised of a solid spear of brass.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 3″L
Crafted from: Brass, cow horn
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan artisans handcraft these?lustrous earrings from brass. The two distinctive?elements at top and bottom are bound together by a central band, so the bottom swings gently. Each earring has a post-and-back ear wire.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 0.5″W x 2.25″L
Crafted from: Brass
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan artisans craft this beautiful ring from brass and?dark pieces of cow horn. Circle and rectangle exist side by side in this unique adornment that can be gently stretched to accommodate different finger sizes.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:? 0.75″L x 0.75″W x ~0.5″H
Crafted from: Brass, cow horn
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan artisans craft this beautiful ring from brass and?pale pieces of cow horn. Circle and rectangle exist side by side in this unique adornment that can be gently stretched to accommodate different finger sizes.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:? 0.75″L x 0.75″W x ~0.5″H
Crafted from: Brass, cow horn
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans transform cow bone into eye-catching earrings with a distinctive half moon profile. A hand carved round wooden disc brings contrasting color and texture to the black and white elements of each earring.
Sold singly. Because these are handmade adornments, each pair of earrings may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 1.75″L x 4″H
Crafted from: Cow bone, dye, earring wires
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans cleverly transform discarded cow bones into stylish earrings with a hand-dyed block print pattern.
Sold singly. Because these are handmade adornments, each pair of earrings may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 3″L
Crafted from: Cow bone, dye, earring wires
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans cleverly transform discarded cow bones into stylish earrings, characterized with unique, batik-dyed patterns.
Sold singly. Because these are handmade adornments, each pair of earrings may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 2.5″L
Crafted from: Cow bone, dye, earring wires
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans transform cow bone into eye-catching earrings shaped like hair picks. The distressed gray dye is echoed in a rounded disc and teardrop bead, divided by flat black plastic discs.
Sold singly. Because these are handmade adornments, each pair of earrings may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 0.75″L x 4″H
Crafted from: Cow bone, dye, earring wires
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans transform cow bone into eye-catching earrings with a distinctive half moon profile. A?colorful bead adds an earthy element between the plain and dyed gray bone.
Sold singly. Because these are handmade adornments, each pair of earrings may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 2.5″L
Crafted from: Cow bone, dye, earring wires
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans cleverly transform discarded cow bones into stylish earrings, characterized with unique, batik-dyed patterns.
Sold singly. Because these are handmade adornments, each pair of earrings may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 2.5″L
Crafted from: Cow bone, dye, earring wires
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans cleverly transform discarded cow bones into stylish earrings, characterized with unique, batik-dyed patterns.
Sold singly. Because these are handmade adornments, each pair of earrings may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 2.5″L
Crafted from: Cow bone, dye, earring wires
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan jewelry artists create stylish earrings by adding bold slashes of brass to polished cow horn pieces. Cow horn is a natural material with subtle differences in color and pattern, so slight variations are to be expected.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 2.75″L x 0.25″W
Crafted from: Brass, cow horn
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan jewelry artists pair lustrous hammered brass with rustic cow horn to create this gorgeous set of earrings. A polished cow horn ringlet hangs from a hammered brass block, and brass jump rings keep everything swinging beautifully as you move.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 2.5″L x 0.75″W
Crafted from: Brass, cow horn
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan jewelry artists lightly hammer brass to add texture to this lustrous set of earrings. The brass blocks dangle in an offset fashion on handmade brass chains.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 2.5″L x 0.5″W
Crafted from: Brass
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan jewelry artists handcraft these lustrous earrings from brass. The jointed elements swing as you move and catch light beautifully.
Sold as a set of earrings with posts and clutch backs. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 2″L x 1″W
Crafted from: Brass
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan artisans handcraft these stylish earrings by gentling hammering brass to add texture. The gleaming brass draws loads of attention and compliments.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:? 1″L x 2.5″H
Crafted from: Brass
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan artisans handcraft these lovely earrings from brass. Designed to hang from the ear on affixed wires, each earring catches light beautifully on its gently hammered surface.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 0.5″W x 1″L
Crafted from: Brass
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan wood carvers hand carve jacaranda wood into a stylized giraffe mask. Hand painted hues of green, yellow and orange make this display mask a beautiful addition to the wall.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 8.5″L x 3.5″W x 9″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, acrylic paint
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan wood carvers hand carve jacaranda wood into a stylized zebra mask. Hand painted zebra stripes make this display mask a beautiful addition to the wall.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 6.5″L x 3.5″W x 9″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, acrylic paint
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan jewelry artists break the mold and bend glowing brass into an asymmetrical oval that can be worn in multiple ways.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 2.5″L
Crafted from: Brass
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans create these fun and active earrings from brass and deep indigo glass beads. The suspended cube bead swings freely within its closing circle.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 1″L x 1.75″H
Crafted from: Brass, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans fashion silver wire with intricate curls and loops to create this stylish pendant necklace. The pendant hangs from a fiber cord that is dressed up with wire swirls and beads.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 25″L from end to end, 14″ drop
Crafted from: Wire, cotton cord
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreUnder the umbrella of Nairobi’s Gikomba wood carving cooperative, talented Kenyan artisans work on various artistic endeavors from individual stalls, using wood sourced legally by the cooperative.
These beautiful giraffe sculptures are hand carved from jacaranda wood and dyed a deep black hue. Each sculpture makes a?stylish addition to the home, office or gallery.
Dimensions:? 4″L x 4″W x?18″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda, stain
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan wood carvers craft these whimsical folk art elephant sculptures from locally sourced jacaranda wood. Available in two sizes, each elephant is carved to be perched on a ledge, and as an all-natural creation, features unique coloration from jacaranda’s subtle wood grain.
Sold singly; two sizes available. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Small: 2.5″L x 1.75″W x 6.5″H
Large: 3.5″L x 2.5″W x 8″HCrafted from: Jacaranda wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan wood carvers craft these whimsical folk art leopard sculptures from locally sourced jacaranda wood. Available in two sizes, each leopard is carved to be perched on a ledge, and is brightened with hand painted spots.
Sold singly; two sizes available. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Small:?2.5″L x 1.25″W x 6.5″H
Large: 3″L x 1.5″W x 8″HCrafted from: Jacaranda wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan wood carvers craft these whimsical folk art zebra sculptures from locally sourced jacaranda wood. Available in two sizes, each zebra is carved to be perched on a ledge, and is brightened with hand painted stripes.
Sold singly; two sizes available. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Small:?2.5″L x 1.5″W x 6.5″H
Large: 3″L x 1.75″W x 8″HCrafted from: Jacaranda wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThese Swahili bestsellers have been with us since our early days. Hand carved from jacaranda by Kenyan artisans, each giraffe sculpture is personalized with a hand painted acrylic coat.
Sold singly, two sizes available. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Small: 2″L x 1.5″W x 10″H
Large: 3″L x 2″W x 18″HCrafted from: Wood, acrylic paint
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan wood carvers handcraft these unique keepsake hearts for safari enthusiasts and animal lovers. Each heart is hand carved from pale jacaranda wood and finished with a stained giraffe print finish.
Sold singly. Because this item is handmade, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 3.5″L x 3″W x 1.5″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, stain
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan carvers whittle?these gorgeous giraffe sculptures from jacaranda wood, finished with burned contours and etched patterns. Because these sculptures are fully handmade, each?giraffe exhibits its own characteristics.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Small:? 4″L x 2″W x 12-14″H
Large:? 6″L x 3″W x 18-19″HCrafted from: Jacaranda wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan carvers?carve this substantial hippo sculpture from jacaranda wood, finished with burned contours. Because these sculptures are fully handmade, each hippo?exhibits its own characteristics.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:??10″L x 5″W x 5.5″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan carvers?carve this?beautiful lion sculpture from jacaranda wood, finished with burned contours. Because these sculptures are fully handmade, each?lion exhibits its own characteristics.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:??11″L x 4″W x 6″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan carvers?carve this?beautiful rhinoceros sculpture from jacaranda wood, finished with burned contours. Because these sculptures are fully handmade, each?rhino exhibits its own characteristics.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:??11″L x 5″W x 6″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan carvers?carve this?unique sculpture of a water buffalo from jacaranda wood, finished with burned contours. Because these sculptures are fully handmade, each?buffalo?exhibits its own characteristics.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:??11″L x 4.5″W x 6″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan carvers whittle this beautifully simplified maneless lion sculpture from jacaranda wood, finished with burned contours. Because each item is handmade, every lion is unique.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 6″L x 1″W x 3″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan carvers whittle this beautifully simplified lion sculpture from jacaranda wood, finished with burned contours. Because each item is handmade, every lion is unique.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 5.5″L x 1.5″W x 3.5″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan carvers whittle this beautifully simplified buffalo sculpture from jacaranda wood, and finish each piece of decorative folk art with a deep dyed brown stain. Because each item is handmade, every buffalo is unique.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 4″L x 1.5″W x 3″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, stain
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan carvers whittle this beautifully simplified elephant sculpture from jacaranda wood, and finish each piece of decorative folk art with a deep dyed brown stain. Because each item is handmade, every elephant is unique.
Sold singly.
Dimensions: 4″L x 1.5″W x 3″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, stain
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans create these fun and active earrings from brass wire and glass and tumbled jasper beads. The suspended jasper beads swing freely within their enclosure.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 0.75″L x 3″H
Crafted from: Brass, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThis sweet salad set is hand carved and features cute little giraffes on the end of each server. Handcrafted from strong mahogany these characters will delight any table.
To care for this lovely natural serving piece, hand wash in warm water.
Dimensions: 12″ L x 3.25″W x 0.75″H
Crafted from: Mahogany
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThis sweet salad set is hand carved and features cute little zebras on the end of each server. Handcrafted from strong mahogany these characters will delight any table.
To care for this lovely natural serving piece, hand wash in warm water.
Dimensions: 12″ L x 3.25″W x 0.75″H
Crafted from: Mahogany
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThese highly unusual handcrafted jewelry displays are welded from recycled metal, nuts and bolts. The arms extend to hold many bracelets, necklaces or small hanging items, and can be removed for shipping and storage.
Sold singly. Three sizes available.
Dimensions:
Small: 14″L x 4″W x 15″H
Medium: 22″L x 4.5″W x 20″H
Large: 24″L x 4.5″W x 21″HCrafted from: Recycled metal
Made in: Kenya
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These highly unusual handcrafted jewelry displays are welded from recycled metal, nuts and bolts. The arms extend to hold many bracelets, necklaces or small hanging items, and can be removed for shipping and storage.
Sold singly. Three sizes available.
Dimensions:
Small: 14″L x 4″W x 15″H
Medium: 22″L x 4.5″W x 20″H
Large: 24″L x 4.5″W x 21″HCrafted from: Recycled metal
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan artisans craft this beautiful ring from brass and?pale pieces of cow horn. With a semicircle of inset cow horn appearing to?rise away from?a brass bar, this unique?adornment can be gently stretched to accommodate different finger sizes.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:? 0.75″L x 0.75″W x 1″H
Crafted from: Brass, cow horn
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreWild olive wood is a preferred carving medium of Kenya’s Kamba wood carvers. With extreme precision, these talented men draw beautiful serving pieces from the rich grain of this East African hardwood. Wild olive wood salad servers add natural beauty to the tabletop and season well through the years.
Hand wash in warm water, dry promptly and rub with oil before storage.
Dimensions: 12″L x 3″W x 1″H
Crafted from: Wild olive wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreWild olive wood is a preferred carving medium of Kenya’s Kamba wood carvers. With extreme precision, these talented men draw beautiful serving pieces from the rich grain of this East African hardwood.
These sweet salad servers feature an eyelet design and cow bone inlay.
Hand wash in warm water, dry promptly and rub with oil before storage.
Dimensions: 12″L x 3″W x 0.35″H
Crafted from: Wild olive wood, cow bone and dye
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKamba wood carvers in Kenya hand carve each of these stunning salad bowls from the richly grained wood of the wild olive tree, a species indigenous to East Africa. The bowl is characterized by a pleasing oval shape and the rich undulating grain of wild olive wood.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 13.5″ x 7.5″
Crafted from: olive wood, bone and dye
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreWild olive wood is a preferred carving medium of Kenya’s Kamba wood carvers. With extreme precision, these talented men draw beautiful serving pieces from the rich grain of this East African hardwood. Wild olive wood salad servers add natural beauty to the tabletop and season well through the years.
Sold as a set of salad servers with cow bone inlay. Hand wash in warm water, dry promptly and rub with oil before storage.
Dimensions: 7″L x 3.5″W x 0.25″H
Crafted from: Wild olive wood, cow bone
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreWild olive wood is a preferred carving medium of Kenya’s Kamba wood carvers. With extreme precision, these talented men draw beautiful serving pieces from the rich grain of this East African hardwood. Wild olive wood salad servers add natural beauty to the tabletop and season well through the years.
Hand wash in warm water, dry promptly and rub with oil before storage.
Dimensions: 8.5″L x 2.75″W
Crafted from: Wild olive wood, cow bone
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreHandcrafted from wild olive wood and accented with bone, this beautiful set of hand carved salad servers with polka dot bone handles will bring a bit of cultural interest to mealtime.
To care for this lovely natural serving piece, hand wash in warm water, dry and rub lightly with a coat of olive or food safe mineral oil.
Dimensions: 12″L x 3.5″W x 0.6″H
Crafted from: olive wood, bone and dye
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreWild olive wood is a preferred carving medium of Kenya’s Kamba wood carvers. With extreme precision, these talented men draw beautiful serving pieces from the rich grain of this East African hardwood. Wild olive wood salad servers add natural beauty to the tabletop and season well through the years.
Hand wash in warm water, dry promptly and rub with oil before storage.
Dimensions: 12.5″L x 3″W
Crafted from: Wild olive wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreWild olive wood is a preferred carving medium of Kenya’s Kamba wood carvers. With extreme precision, these talented men draw beautiful serving pieces from the rich grain of this East African hardwood. Wild olive wood salad servers add natural beauty to the tabletop and season well through the years.
Sold as a set of servers. Because this is a handmade item, each will vary slightly.
Care Instructions: Hand wash in warm water, dry promptly and rub with oil before storage.
Dimensions: 12.5″L x 3″W
Crafted from: Wild olive wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreWild olive wood is a preferred carving medium of Kenya’s Kamba wood carvers. With extreme precision, these talented men draw beautiful serving pieces from the rich grain of this East African hardwood. Wild olive wood salad servers add natural beauty to the tabletop and season well through the years.
Hand wash in warm water, dry promptly and rub with oil before storage.
Dimensions: 8″L x 2.5″W x 0.5″H
Crafted from: Wild olive wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreWild olive wood is a preferred carving medium of Kenya’s Kamba wood carvers. With extreme precision, these talented men draw beautiful serving pieces from the rich grain of this East African hardwood. Wild olive wood salad servers add natural beauty to the tabletop and season well through the years.
Hand wash in warm water, dry promptly and rub with oil before storage.
Dimensions: 8″L x 2″W x 0.5″H
Crafted from: Wild olive wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreHandcrafted from wild olive wood and accented with bone, this beautiful set of hand carved salad servers with zebra striped bone handles will bring a bit of cultural interest to mealtime.
To care for this lovely natural serving piece, hand wash in warm water, dry and rub lightly with a coat of olive or food safe mineral oil.
Dimensions: 12″L x 3.5″W x 0.6″H
Crafted from: olive wood, bone and dye
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans fashion this beautiful bracelet by stringing colorful beads and silver spacers around a lovely coiled silver medallion. A hook and eye closure completes the bracelet.
Because this is a handmade item, slight variations may occur.
Dimensions: 1″W x 7.5″ from end to end
Crafted from: Silver wire, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan artisans craft this beautiful ring from brass and?dark pieces of cow horn. With a semicircle of inset cow horn appearing to?settle?into a brass bar, this unique?adornment can be gently stretched to accommodate different finger sizes.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:? 0.75″L x 0.75″W x 1″H
Crafted from: Brass, cow horn
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans craft this simple bracelet to showcase?nine lustrous tiger’s eye gemstones?between?silver discs and spacers. Tiger’s eye is carried or worn for protection and self-confidence. Each beautiful stone is marbled between deep brown earthy tones and warm golden highlights, so this bracelet is eye-catching whether worn singly or in a stack.
One size fits most. Because this is a handcrafted item made from naturally variegated minerals, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:? 3″L x 3″W x 0.5″H
Crafted from:? Tiger’s eye stone and silver beads, elastic cord
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThis beautiful bracelet showcases the lovely contrast of turquoise blue bakelite beads with variegated powder glass beads in yellow and red. Bold and colorful, each bracelet is carefully handcrafted and strung on an elastic band for comfort.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 3″L x 3″W x 0.75″H
Crafted from: Turquoise, glass, elastic
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreA talented Kenyan jewelry artist named Simon casts aluminum to create these eye-catching elephant earrings. Lightweight and adaptable, they can be paired with a wide variety of outfits.
Sold as a pair of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, slight variations may occur.
Dimensions: 1.5″L x 2″H
Crafted from: Aluminum, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan artisans craft this beautiful ring from brass and?dark pieces of cow horn.?A half moon in horn?and a brass rectangle distinguish this unique adornment that can be gently stretched to accommodate different finger sizes.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:? 0.75″L x 0.75″W x ~0.5″H
Crafted from: Brass, cow horn
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan artisans cleverly repurpose cow horn into sleek hoop earrings. Since cow horn varies in tone from creamy white to nearly black, each pair of earrings is completely unique. Each hoop is secured to the ear by posts-and-back closures.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 1.75″L x 1.75″W
Crafted from: Brass, cow horn
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThe time honored polka dot takes center stage on this set of stylish wild olive wood salad servers hand carved by Kenyan artisans. The servers make a thoughtful hostess gift or housewarming present, and with just a little special handling, retain their natural beauty for years.
Sold as a set of two servers. Shapes may vary slightly, as this is a handcrafted item.
Care instructions: Wash in warm soapy water, rinse and dry. Rub wood lightly with mineral or olive oil before storing.
Dimensions: 12″L x 3″W
Crafted from: Wild olive wood, cow bone
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreIn this simplified set of hand carved salad servers, the natural tones of wild olive wood and creamy white bleached cow bone reveal the timeless beauty Kenyan carvers extract from natural materials. The servers make a thoughtful hostess gift or housewarming present, and with just a little special handling, retain their natural beauty for years.
Sold as a set of two servers. Shapes may vary slightly, as this is a handcrafted item.
Care instructions: Wash in warm soapy water, rinse and dry. Rub wood lightly with mineral or olive oil before storing.
Dimensions: 12″L x 3″W
Crafted from: Wild olive wood, cow bone
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThe up-and-down motion of life is the motif expressed in the bold batik-dyed cow bone handles of these hand carved wild olive wood salad servers from Kenya.The servers make a thoughtful hostess gift or housewarming present, and with just a little special handling, retain their natural beauty for years.
Sold as a set of two servers. Shapes may vary slightly, as this is a handcrafted item.
Care instructions: Wash in warm soapy water, rinse and dry. Rub wood lightly with mineral or olive oil before storing.
Dimensions: 12″L x 3″W
Crafted from: Wild olive wood, cow bone
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans handcraft unique serving utensils for the modern home, using beautifully grained wild olive wood. These wide servers are styled after ginkgo leaves and perfectly complement wooden salad bowls.
Sold as a set of two salad servers. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Hand wash in warm water, dry promptly and rub with food-safe oil before storage.
Dimensions: 8.5″L x 5″W x 0.5″H
Crafted from: Wild olive wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreAn instant favorite, these hand carved wild olive wood salad servers are crafted by skilled wood carvers in Kenya. Sanded to a smooth finish, each server features its own unique array of wild olive wood’s rich wood grain.
Sold as a set of servers. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 12″L x 3.5″W x 1″H
Crafted from: Wild olive wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreCreatively styled to look like hands, these unique African salad servers showcase the beautiful grain of wild olive wood. Kenyan wood carvers excel at transforming this dense wood into useful serving pieces for the home.
Sold as a set of two salad servers. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Hand wash in warm water, dry promptly and rub with food-safe oil before storage.
Dimensions: 8″L x 4″W x 0.25″H
Crafted from: Wild olive wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans handcraft unique serving utensils for the modern home, using beautifully grained wild olive wood. These handmade servers perfectly complement wooden salad bowls.
Sold as a set of two salad servers. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Care Instructions: Hand wash in warm water, dry promptly and rub with food-safe oil before storage.
Dimensions:
Crafted from: Wild olive wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans showcase the beautiful grain of wild olive wood in these substantial salad servers, styled after the thick stalks of lemongrass.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 14″L x 3.25″W x 1″H
Crafted from: Wild olive wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented Kenyan artisans showcase their carving skill in these gorgeous wild olive wood salad servers. The handle of each server is carved in a smooth spiral, making each set a beautiful addition to the tabletop.
Sold as a set of servers. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 12″L x 3″W x 1″H
Crafted from: Wild olive wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreLiving in remote areas of rural Kenya doesn’t stop talented women from earning income. Using strands of sisal dyed to a beautifully neutral sand tone, weavers craft simple baskets that serve as chic storage in any room of the home. Sisal is a natural fiber extracted from an agave plant, so the baskets are coveted for their durability and ability to be re-shaped.
Sold singly, available in two sizes. We recommend spraying lightly with cold water to reshape baskets.
Dimensions:
Small: 14″D x 10″H (to top of basket), 14″H (to top of handles)
Large: 16″D x 10″H (to top of basket), 14″H (to top of handles)Crafted from: Sisal fiber
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThis beautiful open weave bin makes a lovely addition to the home. Handmade from stiff elephant grass dyed in dark blue and black tones, the basket showcases the weaving talent of rural artisans in Northern Ghana, West Africa.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 10″L x 10″W x 10″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreElephant grass produces stiff stalks that weavers in Ghana’s northern Bolga region excel at weaving. Weavers use an airy lacework design to create this gorgeous shopper. The all-natural grass can be wet and reshaped whenever desired. Soft leather surrounds and reinforces the grass handles.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 18″L x 10″W x 15″H (to top of tote), 24″H (to top of handles) – size may vary slightly
Crafted from: Elephant grass, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreElephant grass produces stiff stalks that weavers in Ghana’s northern Bolga region excel at transforming into beautiful accessories. Weavers use an airy lacework design to create this gorgeous shopper. The all-natural grass can be wet and reshaped whenever desired.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 16″L x 9″W x 10″H (to top of tote), 15″H (to top of handles) – size may vary slightly
Crafted from: Elephant grass
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreElephant grass produces stiff stalks that weavers in Ghana’s northern Bolga region excel at transforming into beautiful accessories. Weavers use an airy lacework design to create this gorgeous shopper. The all-natural grass can be wet and reshaped whenever desired.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 16″L x 9″W x 10″H (to top of tote), 15″H (to top of handles) – size may vary slightly
Crafted from: Elephant grass
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreThis beautiful open weave bin makes a lovely addition to the home. Handmade from stiff elephant grass dyed in dark blue and teal tones, the basket showcases the weaving talent of rural artisans in Northern Ghana, West Africa.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 10″L x 10″W x 10″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreIn the Pemba and Monze districts of Zambia’s Southern Plateau, skilled Batonga women craft iconic baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. Each beautifully woven design reveals the skill of these talented weavers.
Sold singly in assorted patterns. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 23-24″L x 23-24″W x 4-7″H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs
Made in: Zambia
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Read moreIn the Pemba and Monze districts of Zambia’s Southern Plateau, skilled Batonga women craft iconic baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. Each beautifully woven star design reveals the skill of these talented weavers.
Sold singly in assorted patterns. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 23-24″L x 23-24″W x 4-7″H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs
Made in: Zambia
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Read moreIn the Pemba and Monze districts of Zambia’s Southern Plateau, skilled Batonga women craft iconic baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. Each beautifully woven design reveals the skill of these talented weavers.
Sold singly in assorted patterns. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 23-24″L x 23-24″W x 4-7″H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs
Made in: Zambia
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Read moreIn the Pemba and Monze districts of Zambia’s Southern Plateau, skilled Batonga women craft iconic baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. The weavers artfully elevate single-use plastic bags that would otherwise be discarded to add assorted graphic motifs to their baskets.
Sold singly in assorted patterns. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 24-25″L x 24-25″W x 5″H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs, recycled plastic
Made in: Zambia
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Read moreIn the Pemba and Monze districts of Zambia’s Southern Plateau, skilled Batonga women craft iconic baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. These deep baskets make lovely all-natural tabletop storage for fruit and vegetables.
Sold singly, shapes will vary. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 17-18″L x 17-18″W x 7″H (size may vary slightly)
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs
Made in: Zambia
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Read moreIn the Pemba and Monze districts of Zambia’s Southern Plateau, skilled Batonga women craft iconic baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. The weavers artfully elevate single-use plastic bags that would otherwise be discarded to add colorful assorted graphic motifs to their baskets.
Sold singly in assorted patterns. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 24-25″L x 24-25″W x 5″H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs, recycled plastic
Made in: Zambia
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Read moreIn the Binga District of northern Zimbabwe, skilled BaTonga women craft these iconic baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. Shaped like calabash gourds, each basket has a one-of-a-kind shape. The BaTonga people once farmed fertile land that was flooded by the damming of Lake Karibu, so weavers displaced across the lake demonstrate similar yet clearly distinctive styles.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, shapes and rim colors will vary.
Dimensions: 11-12″L x 11-12″W x 13-14″H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs
Made in: Zimbabwe
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Read moreAfrican laundry hampers bring beautiful modern artisan craftsmanship to homes around the world. Handwoven by an association of more than 100 rural Wolof women in the West African nation of Senegal, these useful storage baskets are woven in the coil style by binding dried cattail stalks with plastic strips salvaged from a local mat factory. The combination of natural and synthetic materials beautifully displays modern African artistry.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 19″L x 19″W x 30″H
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreIn the Pemba and Monze districts of Zambia’s Southern Plateau, skilled Batonga women craft iconic baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. To update their classic designs with beautiful color, weavers tint the palm leaves with textile dye before weaving. Subtly variegated tones give each basket even greater eye appeal.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 22-23″L x 22-23″W x 4″H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs, dye
Made in: Zambia
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Read moreWood carvers in Zimbabwe transform beautifully grained mahogany into stunning wooden salad bowls. With four sizes available, the bowls can be used to serve salads of all sizes, from family reunion scale down to just-us-four. While the grain and coloration of mahogany can vary, every bowl is a showpiece.
Sold singly. Because these are handmade bowls crafted from wood, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 17-18.5″L x 17-18.5″W x 5″H (size may vary slightly)
Crafted from: Mahogany wood
Made in: Zimbabwe
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Read moreKenyan artisans showcase the beauty of locally-sourced mahogany in a line of sleek serving bowls. Each bowl is carved by hand, sanded to a buttery soft finish and lightly oiled to highlight the wood’s beautiful grain and seal the surface for years of use.
Sold singly. Additional sizes are also available. Because this is a handcrafted item made from natural hardwoods, each bowl will feature a unique array of grain and coloration.
Care instructions: Hand wash in warm soapy water, rinse and dry. Rub wood lightly with mineral or olive oil before storing.
Dimensions: 16″L x 7.5″L x 2.5″H
Crafted from: Mahogany wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreIn the Pemba and Monze districts of Zambia’s Southern Plateau, skilled Batonga women craft iconic baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. To update their classic designs with beautiful color, weavers tint the palm leaves with textile dye before weaving. Subtly variegated tones give each basket even greater eye appeal.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 22-23″L x 22-23″W x 4″H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs, dye
Made in: Zambia
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Read moreMozambican wood carvers transform scraps of fragrant sandalwood into this sweet, rustic keepsake heart. These lovely little gifts help carvers utilize small pieces of wood that might otherwise be discarded.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions: 3″L x 3″W x 1″H
Crafted from: Sandalwood
Made in: Mozambique
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Read moreTalented women in rural Rwanda utilize abundant banana and raffia fibers to create useful baskets for the home. Enlivened with a beautiful honeycomb pattern in vibrant dyed blue fiber, these beautiful baskets can be used for storing fruit and vegetables, serving bread, organizing toys or adorning the wall.
Sold singly. A smaller size is also available. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 12″L x 12″W x 3.5″H
Crafted from: Banana fiber, raffia
Made in: Rwanda
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Read moreTalented women in rural Rwanda utilize abundant banana and raffia fibers to create useful baskets for the home. Each basket features a beautiful star pattern in soft dyed blue fiber. Perfect for storing fruit and vegetables, serving bread, and organizing toys, these baskets are particularly beautiful when adorning the wall.
Sold singly. A smaller size is also available. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 12″L x 12″W x 3.5″H
Crafted from: Banana fiber, raffia
Made in: Rwanda
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Read moreTalented women in rural Rwanda utilize abundant banana and sisal fibers to create useful baskets for the home. Available in two sizes, these all natural baskets can be used for storing fruit and vegetables, serving bread, organizing toys or adorning the wall.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 12″L x 12″W x 3″H
Crafted from: Banana fiber, sisal
Made in: Rwanda
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Read moreTalented women in rural Rwanda utilize abundant banana and sisal fibers to create useful baskets for the home. Available in two sizes, these all natural baskets can be used for storing fruit and vegetables, serving bread, organizing toys or adorning the wall.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 12″L x 12″W x 3″H
Crafted from: Banana fiber, sisal
Made in: Rwanda
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Read moreTalented women in rural Rwanda utilize abundant banana and sisal fibers to create useful baskets for the home. Available in two sizes, these all natural baskets can be used for storing fruit and vegetables, serving bread, organizing toys or adorning the wall.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, patterns may vary.
Dimensions: 12″L x 12″W x 3″H
Crafted from: Banana fiber, sisal
Made in: Rwanda
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Read moreTalented women in rural Rwanda utilize abundant banana and sisal fibers to create useful baskets for the home. Available in two sizes, these all natural baskets can be used for storing fruit and vegetables, serving bread, organizing toys or adorning the wall.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 12″L x 12″W x 3″H
Crafted from: Banana fiber, sisal
Made in: Rwanda
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Read moreAfrican laundry hampers bring beautiful artisan craftsmanship into our living spaces. Our laundry hampers are hand woven by an association of more than 100 rural Wolof women in the West African nation of Senegal. Through a project that started as a collaboration with the Peace Corps, rural Wolof women are uplifting their communities via export partnership.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 16″L x 16″W x 26-28″H
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreAfrican laundry hampers bring beautiful modern artisan craftsmanship to homes around the world. Handwoven by an association of more than 100 rural Wolof women in the West African nation of Senegal, these useful storage baskets are woven in the coil style by binding dried cattail stalks with plastic strips salvaged from a local mat factory. The combination of natural and synthetic materials beautifully displays modern African artistry.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 17″L x 17″W x 30″H
Crafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreWe love the way these wild olive wood branch servers allow us to bring the outside into our dining rooms. Wild olive wood is known for its rich warmth and density. With timeless beauty that grows with age, our wild olive wood branch server set will add organic elegance to your table while supporting rural Kamba artisans in Kenya.
Sold singly. Smaller servers are also available.
Dimensions: 12″L x 3″W x 1″H
Crafted from: Wild olive wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreProceeds from Beads for Healthy Gardens Zulugrass strands support the Leakey Collection’s Healthy Garden project, which educates Maasai women to plant vitamin and mineral rich home gardens. Most rural pregnancy and birth issues, as well as child development problems, can be eradicated by eating a healthy diet. Your purchase also supports a school program to teach children the importance of a balanced diet.
Each strand is 26″ long and packaged on a special tag–explaining how the proceeds will be allocated–and can be worn wrapped 3-4 times around the wrist or ankle. Sold as a set of five strands.
Dimensions: 26″
Crafted from: Zulugrass, glass beads, elastic, dye
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThe Leakey Collection dedicates proceeds from these Zulugrass strands to their Girls Graduation program to counsel young rural girls and their families on the importance of staying in school. The Leakey Collection also provides a girls’ scholarship fund.
Each strand is 26″ long and packaged on a special tag–explaining how the proceeds will be allocated–and can be worn wrapped 3-4 times around your wrist or ankle. Sold as a set of five strands.
Dimensions: 26″
Crafted from: Zulugrass, glass beads, elastic, dye
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreRelate bracelets are handmade and sold to make a difference and change lives. As a 100% not-for-profit social enterprise, the majority of Relate’s revenue is donated to credible causes and invested in social initiatives, with a focus on creating opportunities for all involved, at every stage of a project.
Through the sale of Leave a Legacy in Africa bracelets, Relate has raised more than $109,000USD to support Ikamva Labantu. Each bracelet is handcrafted in South Africa, and includes an informative display card to promote awareness for this vital South African NGO.
Ikamva Labantu aims to empower low income communities to become self-sustainable. Their programs range from supporting orphaned and vulnerable children, to HIV education, testing and support programs, as well as supporting the empowerment of women through education and communication projects.
Relate’s relationship with Ikamva Labantu goes far beyond donating funds to its highly deserving and effective causes. Elderly men and women in Ikamva Labantu’s local township senior clubs thread the beads for Relate bracelets.
Visit the site: ikamva.org.zaDimensions: Elastic band, one size fits most
Crafted from: Pewter, plastic beads, elastic
Made in: South Africa
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Read moreAfrican baskets bring amazing artisan craftsmanship into our living spaces. Our useful bath bins are handwoven by an association of more than 100 rural Wolof women in the West African nation of Senegal.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 12″L x 12″W x 13″H
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreWolof women in rural Senegal utilize salvaged plastic strips and abundant dried cattail stalks to create these incredibly handy oval knitting baskets. A perfect way to blend storage and art, in any room of the home.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 16-17″L x 14-15″W x 10″H
Crafted from: Plastic strips, cattail stalks
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreThis beautiful basket is handcrafted by rural Wolof women in Senegal from cattail stalks and strips of salvaged plastic. With a snug fitting lid, our warming baskets are a perfect way to present baked goods to loved ones, or to create a memorable gift basket of your own design.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 13″L x 13″W x 15″T
Crafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic strips
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreThese bold giraffe sculptures showcase the talent of Kenyan wood carvers and painters. Using sustainably-sourced jacaranda wood painted with acrylic, carvers create classic safari-themed folk art with a modern twist.
Sold singly; two sizes available. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Small: 3.5″L x 2″W x 16″H
Large: 4″L x 2.5″W x 18″HCrafted from: Jacaranda wood, acrylic paint
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThese finely woven storage baskets are handcrafted in Kenya from the fiber of the agave sisalana plant, dyed to a bold black tone. More refined than our larger sisal baskets, these three little nesting containers are dressed up with colorful beads and can be used to store small items throughout the home.
Sold as a set of three nesting baskets. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Small: 3″L x 3″W x 2″H
Med: 4″L x 4″W x 4″H
Large: 5″L x 5″W x 5″HCrafted from: Sisal, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreMaasai artisans fashion these bold, eye-catching earrings from wire and colorful glass beads. A fixture of Nairobi’s Friday Market, these beaded earrings add iconic Kenyan style.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 1.25″L x 2.75″H
Crafted from: Wire, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreStep out in African style in these appealing beaded leather sandals that are accentuated using Kenyan Beads and are handcrafted with genuine African soft quality leather and guarantees that you won’t only look gorgeous but also feel gorgeous wearing them.
Perfect for both casual and semi-formal occasions, these ladies leather sandals are a versatile addition to your footwear collection. Wear them with a sundress for a relaxed summer look, or pair them with cropped pants for a trendy and sophisticated style. The slip on feature of the sandals allow you to find a comfortable experience throughout the day. These sandals are suitable for shopping trips, brunches, beach outings, and more.
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Read moreStep out in African style in these appealing beaded leather sandals that are accentuated using Kenyan Beads and are handcrafted with genuine African soft quality leather and guarantees that you won’t only look gorgeous but also feel gorgeous wearing them.
Perfect for both casual and semi-formal occasions, these ladies leather sandals are a versatile addition to your footwear collection. Wear them with a sundress for a relaxed summer look, or pair them with cropped pants for a trendy and sophisticated style. The slip on feature of the sandals allow you to find a comfortable experience throughout the day. These sandals are suitable for shopping trips, brunches, beach outings, and more.
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Read moreStep out in African style in these appealing beaded leather sandals that are accentuated using Kenyan Beads and are handcrafted with genuine African soft quality leather and guarantees that you won’t only look gorgeous but also feel gorgeous wearing them.
Perfect for both casual and semi-formal occasions, these ladies leather sandals are a versatile addition to your footwear collection. Wear them with a sundress for a relaxed summer look, or pair them with cropped pants for a trendy and sophisticated style. The slip on feature of the sandals allow you to find a comfortable experience throughout the day. These sandals are suitable for shopping trips, brunches, beach outings, and more.
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Read moreStep out in African style in these appealing beaded leather sandals that are accentuated using Kenyan Beads and are handcrafted with genuine African soft quality leather and guarantees that you won’t only look gorgeous but also feel gorgeous wearing them.
Perfect for both casual and semi-formal occasions, these ladies leather sandals are a versatile addition to your footwear collection. Wear them with a sundress for a relaxed summer look, or pair them with cropped pants for a trendy and sophisticated style. The slip on feature of the sandals allow you to find a comfortable experience throughout the day. These sandals are suitable for shopping trips, brunches, beach outings, and more.
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Read moreStep out in African style in these appealing beaded leather sandals that are accentuated using Kenyan Beads and are handcrafted with genuine African soft quality leather and guarantees that you won’t only look gorgeous but also feel gorgeous wearing them.
Perfect for both casual and semi-formal occasions, these ladies leather sandals are a versatile addition to your footwear collection. Wear them with a sundress for a relaxed summer look, or pair them with cropped pants for a trendy and sophisticated style. The slip on feature of the sandals allow you to find a comfortable experience throughout the day. These sandals are suitable for shopping trips, brunches, beach outings, and more.
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Read moreStep out in African style in these appealing beaded leather sandals that are accentuated using Kenyan Beads and are handcrafted with genuine African soft quality leather and guarantees that you won’t only look gorgeous but also feel gorgeous wearing them.
Perfect for both casual and semi-formal occasions, these ladies leather sandals are a versatile addition to your footwear collection. Wear them with a sundress for a relaxed summer look, or pair them with cropped pants for a trendy and sophisticated style. The slip on feature of the sandals allow you to find a comfortable experience throughout the day. These sandals are suitable for shopping trips, brunches, beach outings, and more.
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Read moreStep out in African style in these appealing beaded leather sandals that are accentuated using Kenyan Beads and are handcrafted with genuine African soft quality leather and guarantees that you won’t only look gorgeous but also feel gorgeous wearing them.
Perfect for both casual and semi-formal occasions, these ladies leather sandals are a versatile addition to your footwear collection. Wear them with a sundress for a relaxed summer look, or pair them with cropped pants for a trendy and sophisticated style. The slip on feature of the sandals allow you to find a comfortable experience throughout the day. These sandals are suitable for shopping trips, brunches, beach outings, and more.
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Read moreStep out in African style in these appealing beaded leather sandals that are accentuated using Kenyan Beads and are handcrafted with genuine African soft quality leather and guarantees that you won’t only look gorgeous but also feel gorgeous wearing them.
Perfect for both casual and semi-formal occasions, these ladies leather sandals are a versatile addition to your footwear collection. Wear them with a sundress for a relaxed summer look, or pair them with cropped pants for a trendy and sophisticated style. The slip on feature of the sandals allow you to find a comfortable experience throughout the day. These sandals are suitable for shopping trips, brunches, beach outings, and more.
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Read moreStep out in African style in these appealing beaded leather sandals that are accentuated using Kenyan Beads and are handcrafted with genuine African soft quality leather and guarantees that you won’t only look gorgeous but also feel gorgeous wearing them.
Perfect for both casual and semi-formal occasions, these ladies leather sandals are a versatile addition to your footwear collection. Wear them with a sundress for a relaxed summer look, or pair them with cropped pants for a trendy and sophisticated style. The slip on feature of the sandals allow you to find a comfortable experience throughout the day. These sandals are suitable for shopping trips, brunches, beach outings, and more.
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Read moreStep out in African style in these appealing beaded leather sandals that are accentuated using Kenyan Beads and are handcrafted with genuine African soft quality leather and guarantees that you won’t only look gorgeous but also feel gorgeous wearing them.
Perfect for both casual and semi-formal occasions, these ladies leather sandals are a versatile addition to your footwear collection. Wear them with a sundress for a relaxed summer look, or pair them with cropped pants for a trendy and sophisticated style. The slip on feature of the sandals allow you to find a comfortable experience throughout the day. These sandals are suitable for shopping trips, brunches, beach outings, and more.
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Read moreMADE51 is a project of the UNHCR (UN High Commissioner for Refugees), a global organization dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights and building a better future for refugees, forcibly displaced communities, and stateless people. By pairing refugee artisans with experienced social enterprises in their host country, MADE51 stimulates local economies while fostering a mutually beneficial relationship between refugee artisans and their hosts.
This #WithRefugees bracelet is a symbol of solidarity that shows the world you stand #WithRefugees. For every bracelet purchased, a US$2.00 donation goes towards UNHCR.
Made in partnership with Bawa Hope by refugees from DR Congo, Rwanda and Uganda, each bracelet comes on a storytelling card.
Dimensions:? one size fits most
Crafted from:? Glass beads, brass
Made in:?Kenya
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Read moreBolga baskets are perhaps the most iconic of handmade African baskets, so it’s no surprise that they are loved and well-used in homes everywhere. Talented weavers in Bolgatanga, Ghana, apply their skill to turn stiff stalks of elephant grass into these beautiful works of functional art.
Please note, Bolga baskets are typically crafted with soft goatskin binding the handles. Without leather binding, handles are not as strong.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
NOTE: We ship Bolga baskets in two ways. We can fit more FLATTENED baskets into a box, saving you on shipping costs. Or, we can SHAPE your baskets before they ship. If you do not indicate during checkout that you wish for us to SHAPE your baskets, they will arrive flattened. You can shape your basket by wetting the straw and shaping the basket with your hands, then allowing it to dry.
Dimensions: 15″L x 15″W x 15″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreTalented basket weavers in northern Ghana’s Bolgatanga region weave tough elephant grass into timeless storage baskets that serve beautifully in every room of the home. The weavers dip half of each strand in dye, creating a beautiful ombre pattern when the strands are woven together.
Sold as a set of two baskets. Because these are handcrafted items, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Large: 9″D x 7″H
Small: 7.5″D x 6″H (sizes may vary slightly)Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreStep out in African style in these appealing beaded leather sandals that are accentuated using Kenyan Beads and are handcrafted with genuine African soft quality leather and guarantees that you won’t only look gorgeous but also feel gorgeous wearing them.
Perfect for both casual and semi-formal occasions, these ladies leather sandals are a versatile addition to your footwear collection. Wear them with a sundress for a relaxed summer look, or pair them with cropped pants for a trendy and sophisticated style. The slip on feature of the sandals allow you to find a comfortable experience throughout the day. These sandals are suitable for shopping trips, brunches, beach outings, and more.
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Read moreIn the Pemba and Monze districts of Zambia’s Southern Plateau, skilled Batonga women craft iconic baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. The weavers artfully elevate single-use plastic bags that would otherwise be discarded to add assorted graphic motifs to their baskets.
Sold singly in assorted patterns. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 20-21″L x 20-21″W x 4″H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs, recycled plastic
Made in: Zambia
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Read moreIn the Pemba and Monze districts of Zambia’s Southern Plateau, skilled Batonga women craft iconic baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. The weavers artfully elevate single-use plastic bags that would otherwise be discarded to add colorful assorted graphic motifs to their baskets.
Sold singly in assorted patterns. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 20-21″L x 20-21″W x 4″H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs, recycled plastic
Made in: Zambia
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Read moreIn the Binga District of northern Zimbabwe, skilled BaTonga women craft these iconic baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. Shaped like calabash gourds, each basket has a one-of-a-kind shape. The BaTonga people once farmed fertile land that was flooded by the damming of Lake Karibu, so weavers displaced across the lake demonstrate similar yet clearly distinctive styles.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, shapes and rim colors will vary.
Dimensions: 9″L x 9″W x 10-12″H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs
Made in: Zimbabwe
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Read moreArtisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave this mid-sized Bolga basket from thick, tough elephant grass. A natural grass handle completes this useful accessory.
Sold singly in assorted colors and handles. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
NOTE: We ship Bolga baskets in two ways. We can fit more FLATTENED baskets into a box, saving you on shipping costs. Or, we can SHAPE your baskets before they ship. If you do not indicate during checkout that you wish for us to SHAPE your baskets, they will arrive flattened. You can shape your basket by wetting the straw and shaping the basket with your hands, then allowing it to dry.
Dimensions: 11″L x 11″W x 11″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreWood carvers in Zimbabwe transform beautifully grained mahogany into stunning wooden salad bowls. With four sizes available, the bowls can be used to serve salads of all sizes, from family reunion scale down to just-us-four. While the grain and coloration of mahogany can vary, every bowl is a showpiece.
Sold singly. Because these are handmade bowls crafted from wood, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 15-16″L x 15-16″W x 5″H (size may vary slightly)
Crafted from: Mahogany wood
Made in: Zimbabwe
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Read moreKenyan artisans showcase the beauty of locally-sourced mahogany in a line of sleek serving bowls. Each bowl is carved by hand, sanded to a buttery soft finish and lightly oiled to highlight the wood’s beautiful grain and seal the surface for years of use.
Sold singly. Additional sizes are also available. Because this is a handcrafted item made from natural hardwoods, each bowl will feature a unique array of grain and coloration.
Care instructions: Hand wash in warm soapy water, rinse and dry. Rub wood lightly with mineral or olive oil before storing.
Dimensions: 12″L x 5.5″W x 2.25″H
Crafted from: Mahogany wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreAfrican laundry hampers bring amazing artisan craftsmanship into our living spaces. Our laundry hampers are handwoven by an association of more than 100 rural Wolof women in the West African nation of Senegal. Working together, we are extending the women’s reach far beyond their saturated local markets to homes across America.
Sold singly. Patterns may vary slightly from the item pictured.
Dimensions: 15″L x 15″W x 24″H
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreIn the Binga District of northern Zimbabwe, skilled BaTonga women craft beautiful all-natural baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. A chic addition to the wall or tabletop, each basket showcases a subtle woven design. The BaTonga people once farmed fertile land that was flooded by the damming of Lake Karibu, so weavers displaced across the lake demonstrate similar yet clearly distinctive styles.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each basket will vary.
Dimensions: 16-17″L x 16-17″W x 1.5-2″H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs
Made in: Zimbabwe
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Read moreBolga baskets are perhaps the most iconic of handmade African baskets, so it’s no surprise that they are loved and well-used in homes everywhere. Talented weavers in Bolgatanga, Ghana, apply their skill to turn stiff stalks of elephant grass into these beautiful works of functional art.
Please note, Bolga baskets are typically crafted with soft goatskin binding the handles. Without leather binding, handles are not as strong.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
NOTE: We ship Bolga baskets in two ways. We can fit more FLATTENED baskets into a box, saving you on shipping costs. Or, we can SHAPE your baskets before they ship. If you do not indicate during checkout that you wish for us to SHAPE your baskets, they will arrive flattened. You can shape your basket by wetting the straw and shaping the basket with your hands, then allowing it to dry.
Dimensions: 15″L x 15″W x 15″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreTalented weavers in Ghana handcraft this stylish and durable shopper from thick stalks of elephant grass. A perfect accessory from home to market to beach and beyond, the shopper has soft leather handles for added comfort.
Sold singly. 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
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Read moreBolga baskets are perhaps the most iconic of handmade African baskets, so it’s no surprise that they are loved and well-used in homes everywhere. Talented weavers in Bolgatanga, Ghana, apply their skill to turn stiff stalks of elephant grass into these beautiful works of functional art.
Please note, Bolga baskets are typically crafted with soft goatskin binding the handles. Without leather binding, handles are not as strong.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
NOTE: We ship Bolga baskets in two ways. We can fit more FLATTENED baskets into a box, saving you on shipping costs. Or, we can SHAPE your baskets before they ship. If you do not indicate during checkout that you wish for us to SHAPE your baskets, they will arrive flattened. You can shape your basket by wetting the straw and shaping the basket with your hands, then allowing it to dry.
Dimensions: 15″L x 15″W x 15″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreThese simple yet durable baskets are hand woven by women in rural Tanzania from milulu grass dyed to a dark hue ranging from deep purple to black. They are useful for storage in every room of the home.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, size and coloration will vary.
NOTE: We ship Iringa baskets in two ways. We can fit more FLATTENED Iringa baskets into a box, saving you on shipping costs. Or, we can SHAPE your baskets before they ship. If you do not indicate during checkout that you wish for us to SHAPE your baskets, they will arrive flattened. You can shape your basket by wetting the straw and shaping the basket with your hands, then allowing it to dry.
Small: 10″D x 10″H
Medium: 12″D x 12″H
Large: 13″D x 13″HCrafted from: Milulu grass, natural dye
Made in: Tanzania
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Read moreEach of these unique baskets is handcrafted by talented rural women in Uganda and Kenya from banana palm leaf stalks and raffia strips. These useful baskets are used in East Africa for harvest, storage and serving of food.
Sold singly. Because this is a handmade item, each will vary.
Dimensions: 6″L x 6″W x 1-2″H
Crafted from: Banana palm stalks, raffia fiber
Made in: Uganda, Kenya
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Read moreEach of these unique baskets is handcrafted by talented rural women in Uganda and Kenya from banana palm leaf stalks and raffia strips. These useful baskets are used in East Africa for harvest, storage and serving of food.
Sold singly. Because this is a handmade item, each will vary.
Dimensions: 6″L x 6″W x 1-2″H
Crafted from: Banana palm stalks, raffia fiber
Made in: Uganda, Kenya
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Read moreEach of these unique baskets is handcrafted by talented rural women in Uganda and Kenya from banana palm leaf stalks and raffia strips dyed with natural plant dyes. These useful baskets are used in East Africa for harvest, storage and serving of food.
Sold singly in assorted colors and patterns. Because this is a handmade item, each will vary.
Please note: The designs shown represent typical pattern and color. As each basket is unique, no particular pattern or color is guaranteed.
Dimensions: 6″L x 6″W x 2″H
Crafted from: Banana palm stalks, raffia fiber, dye
Made in: Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda
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Read moreEach of these unique baskets is handcrafted by talented rural women in Uganda and Kenya from banana palm leaf stalks and raffia strips dyed with natural plant dyes. These useful baskets are used in East Africa for harvest, storage and serving of food.
Sold singly in assorted colors and patterns. Because this is a handmade item, each will vary.
Please note: The designs shown represent typical pattern and color. As each basket is unique, no particular pattern or color is guaranteed.
Dimensions: 6″L x 6″W x 2″H
Crafted from: Banana palm stalks, raffia fiber, dye
Made in: Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda
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Read moreWolof women living in rural Senegal utilize salvaged strips of plastic and cattail stalks to create vibrant, useful baskets for the home. These scaled-down lidded baskets are a great way to present small gifts and baked goods.
Sold singly. Additional colors also available.
Dimensions: 5.5″L x 5.5″W x 6.5″H (size may vary slightly)
Crafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic strips
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreMozambican wood carvers create uniquely styled art from softly scented sandalwood. Each mama and baby sculpture features a unique combination of beautifully grained sandalwood and brightly colored cloth.
Sold singly. Each sculpture is completely unique.
Dimensions: 3″L x 2″W x 12″H
Crafted from: Sandalwood, cotton fabric
Made in: Mozambique
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Read moreArtisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave this smaller version of our beautiful and durable Bolga basket from thick, tough elephant grass. A popular choice among green shoppers, busy mothers and picnic planners worldwide, Bolga baskets stand up to use and abuse and remain functional and beautiful for years.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
NOTE: We ship Bolga baskets in two ways. We can fit more FLATTENED baskets into a box, saving you on shipping costs. Or, we can SHAPE your baskets before they ship. If you do not indicate during checkout that you wish for us to SHAPE your baskets, they will arrive flattened. You can shape your basket by wetting the straw and shaping the basket with your hands, then allowing it to dry.
Dimensions: 8″L x 8″W x 8″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreWeavers in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana are known around the world for their beautiful handiwork. These plain and simple hampers nest together, and offer the durability of Bolga baskets in two useful sizes. Each hamper features a swing handle wrapped with leather for greater comfort.
Sold as a set of two hampers.
Dimensions:
Large: 16″L x 16″W x 18″H
Small: 14″L x 14″W x 17″HCrafted from: Elephant grass, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreBasket weavers in Ghana, West Africa, create this rustic bicycle basket from stiff stalks of elephant grass. Vegan (faux) leather straps are included (color of straps may vary).
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 12.5″L x 8.5″W x 9″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreArtisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave these beautiful and durable shoppers from thick, tough elephant grass. A popular choice among green shoppers, busy mothers and picnic planners worldwide, Bolga baskets stand up to use and abuse and remain functional and beautiful for years. Design may vary slightly from item pictured.
Dimensions: 16″L x 8″W x 18″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreArtisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave these beautiful and durable shoppers from thick, tough elephant grass. Expertly woven and finished with a soft all-natural leather handle, Bolga shopper baskets stand up to use and abuse and remain functional and beautiful for years.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 16″L x 8″W x 18″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreArtisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave these beautiful and durable shoppers from thick, tough elephant grass. A popular choice among green shoppers, busy mothers and picnic planners worldwide, Bolga baskets stand up to use and abuse and remain functional and beautiful for years. Design may vary slightly from item pictured.
Sold singly. Handles can be selected in all black, or with a cream braid.
Dimensions: 16″L x 8″W x 18″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreArtisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave these beautiful and durable shoppers from thick, tough elephant grass. A popular choice among green shoppers, busy mothers and picnic planners worldwide, Bolga baskets stand up to use and abuse and remain functional and beautiful for years. Design may vary slightly from item pictured.
Dimensions: 16″L x 8″W x 18″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreArtisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave these beautiful and durable shoppers from thick, tough elephant grass. A popular choice among green shoppers, busy mothers and picnic planners worldwide, Bolga baskets stand up to use and abuse and remain functional and beautiful for years. Design may vary slightly from item pictured.
Dimensions: 16″L x 8″W x 18″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreVikapu Bomba embodies the vision of Catherine Shembilu to create sustainable income for talented rural Tanzanian women. For many women living in the lush southern highlands, life centers around subsistence farming, cooking, cleaning and caring for children. Women can weave baskets between their other duties, working daily to earn money to pay school fees, buy food, procure farming supplies and contribute to savings. When a woman has money of her own to use or share, she has greater influence over her life and future.
Milulu grass reeds can be harvested carefully from the marsh without removing the entire plant, dried in the sun, dyed with natural dyes, and split for weaving. The closeness to the earth of both maker and product gives these beautifully crafted baskets widespread appeal.
Sold singly. Because these baskets are woven by hand, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 4″L x 4″W x 4″H
Crafted from: Milulu grass, natural dye
Made in: Tanzania
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Read moreRural Kamba women living near Kitui, Kenya, hand weave these classic totes from tough sisal fibers. Sisal grows well in the semi-arid climate of eastern Kenya, and its spiky leaves contain long fibers that can be extracted for weaving. Simple woven sisal handles make this a 100% sustainable accessory.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 16″L x 16″W x 16.5″H
Crafted from: Sisal
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTalented weavers in Ghana handcraft this stylish and durable shopper from thick stalks of elephant grass. A perfect accessory from home to market to beach and beyond, the shopper has soft leather handles for added comfort.
Sold singly. 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
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Read moreUsing strands of natural sisal and finishing with bold black pom poms, weavers in rural Kenya craft these eye-catching baskets that can be used for chic storage in any room of the home. Sisal is a natural fiber extracted from an agave plant, so the baskets are coveted for their durability and ability to be re-shaped.
Dimensions: 12″L x 12″W x 10″H
Crafted from: Sisal fiber, yarn
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreUsing strands of natural sisal and finishing with bright pink pom poms, weavers in rural Kenya craft these eye-catching baskets that can be used for chic storage in any room of the home. Sisal is a natural fiber extracted from an agave plant, so the baskets are coveted for their durability and ability to be re-shaped.
Dimensions: 12″L x 12″W x 10″H
Crafted from: Sisal fiber, yarn
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreUsing strands of natural sisal and finishing with cheerful yellow pom poms, weavers in rural Kenya craft these eye-catching baskets that can be used for chic storage in any room of the home. Sisal is a natural fiber extracted from an agave plant, so the baskets are coveted for their durability and ability to be re-shaped.
Dimensions: 12″L x 12″W x 10″H
Crafted from: Sisal fiber, yarn
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreLiving in remote areas of rural Kenya doesn’t stop talented women from earning income. Using strands of natural sisal, weavers craft beautifully simple baskets that can be used for chic storage in any room of the home. Sisal is a natural fiber extracted from an agave plant, so the baskets are coveted for their durability and ability to be re-shaped.
Sold singly, available in two sizes. We recommend spraying lightly with cold water to reshape baskets.
Dimensions:
Small: 14″D x 10″H (to top of basket), 14″H (to top of handles)
Large: 16″D x 10″H (to top of basket), 14″H (to top of handles)Crafted from: Sisal fiber
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreArtisans 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.
Sold singly. 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
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Read moreThese incredibly durable baskets are hand woven by Samburu and Rendille women in remote northern Kenya. Called “nomadic baskets”, these rustic vessels are styled for the modern home but based on traditional designs used for the storage of camel’s milk.
Nomadic baskets are sold in three useful nesting sizes and are adorned with plain white beads. Because these baskets are handcrafted, sizes and shapes may vary.
Dimensions:
Large: 7.5″D x 5″H
Medium: 5.5″D x 4″H
Small: 4.5″D x 4″H (size may vary)Crafted from: Doum palm leaves, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThese incredibly durable baskets are hand woven by Samburu and Rendille women in remote northern Kenya. Called “nomadic baskets”, these rustic vessels are styled for the modern home but based on traditional designs used for the storage of camel’s milk.
Nomadic baskets are sold in three useful nesting sizes and are adorned with beaded pattern of black dots. Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, size and shape may vary.
Dimensions:
Large: 7.5″D x 5″H
Medium: 5.5″D x 4″H
Small: 4.5″D x 4″HCrafted from: Doum palm leaves, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThese incredibly durable baskets are hand woven by Samburu and Rendille women in remote northern Kenya. Called “nomadic baskets”, these rustic vessels are styled for the modern home but based on traditional designs used for the storage of camel’s milk.
Nomadic baskets are sold in three useful nesting sizes and are adorned with black beads. Because these baskets are handcrafted, size and shape may vary.
Dimensions:
Large: 7.5″D x 5″H
Medium: 5.5″D x 4″H
Small: 4.5″D x 4″HCrafted from: Doum palm leaves, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThese incredibly durable baskets are hand woven by Samburu and Rendille women in remote northern Kenya. Called “nomadic baskets”, these rustic vessels are styled for the modern home but based on traditional designs used for the storage of camel’s milk.
Nomadic baskets are sold in three useful nesting sizes and are adorned with a beaded pattern of colorful dots. Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, size and shape may vary.
Dimensions:
Large: 6.5″D x 4.5″H
Medium: 5″D x 4.25″H
Small: 4″D x 3.25″HCrafted from: Doum palm leaves, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThese incredibly durable baskets are hand woven by Samburu and Rendille women in remote northern Kenya. Called “nomadic baskets”, these rustic vessels are styled for the modern home but based on traditional designs used for the storage of camel’s milk.
Nomadic baskets are sold in three useful nesting sizes and are adorned with a band of multicolor beads. Because these baskets are handcrafted, size and shape may vary.
Dimensions:
Large: 6.5″D x 4.5″H
Medium: 5″D x 4″H
Small: 4.5″D x 3.5″HCrafted from: Doum palm leaves, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThese incredibly durable baskets are hand woven by Samburu and Rendille women in remote northern Kenya. Called “nomadic baskets”, these rustic vessels are styled for the modern home but based on traditional designs used for the storage of camel’s milk.
Nomadic baskets are sold in two useful nesting sizes and are adorned with beaded pattern of red dots. Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, size and shape may vary.
Dimensions:
Large: 7.5″D x 5″H
Medium: 5.5″D x 4″HCrafted from: Doum palm leaves, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThese incredibly durable baskets are hand woven by Samburu and Rendille women in remote northern Kenya. Called “nomadic baskets”, these rustic vessels are styled for the modern home but based on traditional designs used for the storage of camel’s milk.
Nomadic baskets are sold in three useful nesting sizes and are adorned with beaded pattern of white dots. Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, size and shape may vary.
Dimensions:
Large: 7.5″D x 5″H
Medium: 5.5″D x 4″H
Small: 4.5″D x 4″HCrafted from: Doum palm leaves, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans excel at carving wild olive wood into natural salad servers that grow more beautiful with age. Unique details like a notched fork tip and lightly etched and dyed bone handles combine to create a simple yet beautiful addition to the tabletop.
Sold as a set of servers. Handle designs come assorted. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Care instructions: Hand wash in warm soapy water, rinse and dry. Rub wood lightly with mineral or olive oil before storing.
Dimensions: 10″L x 2″W
Crafted from: Wild olive wood, cow bone, dye
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreSold by the dozen, these beautiful hand carved giraffe ornaments are a classic addition to holiday decor. With a bright red ribbon and a hand painted spotted finish, each giraffe ornament is handmade to be beautifully one of a kind.
Sold as one dozen ornaments.
Dimensions: 2″L x 1″W x 3″H (not including ribbon)
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, stain, ribbon
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans create our stunning Onyesha necklace from shimmering brass. Lightweight and adaptable, this beautiful adornment showcases modern Kenyan artistry and style.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 17.25″ total circumference, diameter 5.5″
Crafted from: Brass
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreMozambican wood carvers hand carve beautiful wooden vases from fragrant sandalwood, adorning each with two heart-shaped windows. These lovely vases can be used to display dried flowers, feathers or twigs. To use for fresh flowers, be sure to include a liner.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions: 4.5″L x 3″W x 10″H
Crafted from: Sandalwood
Made in: Mozambique
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Read moreKamau is a talented carver and painter who specializes in bird art. This sweet ornament features a hand carved bird perched on a piece of jacaranda wood branch with a raffia tassel.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions:? 4″L x 2″W x 8″H
Crafted from: Wood, paint
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreArtisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave this beautifully simple petite shopper from thick, tough elephant grass. Leather handles make for comfortable carrying and added durability. Bolga baskets stand up to regular use and remain functional and beautiful for years.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each baskets color will vary.
Dimensions: 9″L x 5″W x 11″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreArtisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave this beautifully simple petite shopper from thick, tough elephant grass dyed in an array of colors. A popular choice among green shoppers, busy mothers and picnic planners worldwide, Bolga baskets stand up to use and abuse and remain functional and beautiful for years.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each baskets color will vary.
Dimensions: 12″L x 7″W x 13″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreKenyan artisans excel at carving wild olive wood into natural salad servers that are a joy to give, receive and use for years to come. This diminutive server set is adorned with a simple handle inlay of lightly etched cow bone.
Sold as a set of servers. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Care instructions: Hand wash in warm soapy water, rinse and dry. Rub wood lightly with mineral or olive oil before storing.
Dimensions: 7.5″L x 2″W x 0.5″H
Crafted from: Wild olive wood, cow bone, dye
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreWolof women in Senegal weave this sweet storage container by binding cattail stalks with strips of plastic recycled from prayer mats or purchased new at the mat factory in Dakar.
The result is a useful piece of handcrafted decorative art that brings together natural materials, traditional weaving methods and modern recycled materials in a fun and whimsical way.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 8.5″L x 8.5″W x 8.5″H
Crafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic strips
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreTalented Wolof women in rural Senegal utilize abundant cattail stalks and strips of salvaged plastic into beautiful storage bin baskets for the home. The largest bin includes leather trim, and leather ring handles. The smallest basket has leather trim only.
Sold singly; two sizes available. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Small: 16″L x 16″W x 20″H
Large: 18″L x 18″W x 24″HCrafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic, leather
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreTalented Wolof women in rural Senegal utilize abundant cattail stalks and strips of salvaged plastic into beautiful storage hamper baskets for the home. The largest hamper includes leather trim, and leather ring handles. The smallest basket has leather trim only.
Sold singly; available in two sizes. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Small: 16″L x 16″W x 24″H
Large: 18″L x 18″W x 28″HCrafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic, leather
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreRural Kamba women living near Kitui, Kenya, hand weave these classic totes from tough sisal fibers, in alternating rows of petal pink and natural white. Sisal grows well in the semi-arid climate of eastern Kenya, and its spiky leaves contain long fibers that can be extracted for weaving. Simple woven sisal handles make this a 100% sustainable accessory.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 12″D x 12″W x 10″H (14″ from handles to base)
Crafted from: Sisal
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreGhanaian artisans create this vibrant necklace by stringing thousands of colorful vulcanite vinyl discs from Togo with recycled powder glass beads onto strong cords. The combination of colors makes an eye-catching accessory!
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 19″L from end to end (7″ drop)
Crafted from: Glass, plastic, brass, string, metal
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreMartin Dartey is an accomplished Ghanaian artist now living in
Nairobi. In addition to setting up an authentic Ghanaian recycled glass
production site on his wife’s family farm, Martin paints and designs
jewelry that is sold around the world under the Monda African Art
moniker.Martin worked together with the talented Elaine Bellezza to create these pretty earrings featuring hand dyed bone spheres and silver hardware.
Matching necklace is also available.
Dimensions: 1.5″ long
Crafted from: Bone, stainless steel
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThe Leakey Collection’s Potpourri Multi-Strand Bracelet offers a colorful combination of 16 Zulugrass strands in rainbow tones. Each bracelet is strung on strong elastic and finished with two fallen acacia wood beads and a lustrous Czech glass globe.
Zulugrass strands are made from sustainable, natural grass beads by rural Maasai women in Kenya. The richly hued grass is dyed with colorfast, low-impact dyes and interspersed with hand-blown Czech glass.
A matching necklace is also available.
Dimensions: 2.25″ inner diameter. One size fits most.
Crafted from: Zulugrass, glass beads, elastic, acacia wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThe Leakey Collection’s Potpourri Multi-Strand Necklace offers a colorful combination of 16 Zulugrass strands in rainbow tones. Each necklace features beautiful fallen acacia wood beads and is strung on a black satin cord that can be adjusted to lengthen or shorten the necklace’s drape.
Zulugrass strands are made from sustainable, natural grass beads by rural Maasai women in Kenya. The richly hued grass is dyed with colorfast, low-impact dyes and interspersed with hand-blown Czech glass.
A matching bracelet is also available.
Dimensions: 33″ total length (can be adjusted)
Crafted from: Zulugrass, glass beads, elastic, acacia wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreMaasai artisans excel at creating stunning beaded adornments. Florence’s modern interpretation of a Maasai cuff brings together a rainbow of colorful beads with cow bone spacers and a snapping leather closure.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 2.5″ tall x 2.5″ diameter (8.5″ circumference)
Crafted from: Glass beads, cow bone, leather, metal hardware
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreMaasai artisans show off their love of color and beautiful beadwork in these resplendent handmade earrings. The long beaded fringe hangs 6″ from the earlobe, and the colorful beaded strands swing lightly against the neck and shoulders.
Sold as a set of earrings. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 0.75″L x 6″H
Crafted from: Wire, thread, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThis beautiful basket is handcrafted by rural Wolof women in Senegal from cattail stalks and strips of salvaged plastic. With a snug fitting lid, our warming baskets are a perfect way to present baked goods to loved ones, or to create a memorable gift basket of your own design. Our rainbow dot pattern features colorful squares woven against a white field.
Sold singly.
Dimensions: 13″L x 13″W x 15″H
Crafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic strips
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreRelate bracelets are handmade and sold to make a difference and change lives. As a 100% not-for-profit social enterprise, the majority of Relate’s revenue is donated to credible causes and invested in social initiatives, with a focus on creating opportunities for all involved, at every stage of a project.
Through the sale of Protect a Child from Malaria bracelets, Relate has raised more than $74,000USD to support Goodbye Malaria. Each bracelet is handcrafted in South Africa, and includes an informative display card to promote awareness about the fight against malaria.
Goodbye Malaria aims to eradicate malaria in Mozambique, while investing in Africa’s future, creating employment and protecting, changing and saving lives. The initiative was started by African entrepreneurs who believe our generation can create innovative solutions for problems that ultimately change the way the world sees Africa. Goodbye Malaria facilitates public private partnerships, bringing together the private sector, government and the global fund while supporting and catalyzing on-the ground malaria elimination programs. Learn more at goodbyemalaria.com.
Dimensions: Elastic band, one size fits most
Crafted from: Pewter, plastic beads, elastic
Made in: South Africa
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Read moreArtisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave these beautiful and durable shoppers from thick, tough elephant grass. A popular choice among green shoppers, busy mothers and picnic planners worldwide, Bolga baskets stand up to use and abuse and remain functional and beautiful for years. Design may vary slightly from item pictured.
Sold singly. 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
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Read moreThese attention-getting earrings are cut from scraps of rust-resistant metal, then hand-etched and hammered with tiny patterns. Matching strings of glass beads form the peak of each crescent and allow the earrings to face forward, unlike traditional hoops that hang against the side of the face.
The earrings add pizzazz to any outfit and are a contemporary representation of classic African jewelry design. Lovingly produced by our talented co-op of Kenyan artists, these earrings are one-of-a-kind in both design and quality.
Dimensions: 3″ long x 2″ wide
Crafted from: Metal, glass bead, stainless steel hook
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreElephant grass produces stiff stalks that weavers in Ghana’s northern Bolga region excel at weaving. Weavers use an airy lacework design to create this gorgeous shopper. The all-natural grass can be wet and reshaped whenever desired. Soft leather surrounds and reinforces the grass handles.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 18″L x 10″W x 15″H (to top of tote), 24″H (to top of handles) – size may vary slightly
Crafted from: Elephant grass, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreThis beautiful basket is handcrafted by rural Wolof women in Senegal from cattail stalks and strips of salvaged plastic. With a snug fitting lid, our warming baskets are a perfect way to present baked goods to loved ones, or to create a memorable gift basket of your own design.
Sold singly.
Dimensions: 13″L x 13″W x 15″H
Crafted from: Millet stalks, plastic strips
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreTalented Rwandan basket weavers meticulously transform fine strands of sisal into a beautiful handmade holiday ornament. With a removable lid, and true to the function of traditional Agaseke giving baskets, each ornament serves to hold small gifts or sweet notes. Assorted designs are incorporated using strands dyed to a resplendent red.
Sold singly in assorted patterns. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Basket: 2-3″L x 2-3″W x 4-5″H
String: ~3″LCrafted from: Sisal, dye
Made in: Rwanda
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Read moreTalented Wolof basket weavers in rural Senegal transform abundant cattail stalks and salvaged plastic strands to create useful tabletop baskets that double as art. Each basket features a unique woven design, and a rim bound in soft red leather.
Sold singly in assorted patterns. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 16″L x 16″W x 4″H (size may vary slightly)
Crafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
