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Read moreTraditionally, Namji dolls were crafted by artisans in northern Cameroon to serve as fertility dolls. Carried by young girls to encourage mothering instincts and by women hoping to conceive, Namji dolls consisted of a wooden figure surrounded in beads. Our modern interpretations of Namji dolls are crafted by artisans from Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of Congo who are currently living as refugees in Nairobi, Kenya. Their love for this traditional fertility doll have given them a loyal following in shops throughout East Africa.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 3.25″L x 2.5″W x 13″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreTraditionally, Namji dolls were crafted by artisans in northern Cameroon to serve as fertility dolls. Carried by young girls to encourage mothering instincts and by women hoping to conceive, Namji dolls consisted of a wooden figure surrounded in beads. Our modern interpretations of Namji dolls are crafted by artisans from Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of Congo who are currently living as refugees in Nairobi, Kenya. Their love for this traditional fertility doll have given them a loyal following in shops throughout East Africa.
Sold singly; available in three colors. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 4″L x 3″W x 15″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreIn the Binga District of northern Zimbabwe, skilled BaTonga women craft iconic baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. 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. Each basket is approximately 15″ in diameter, and can be used for tabletop storage or as wall art.
Sold singly in assorted patterns. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 15″L x 15″W x 2″H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs
Made in: Zambia
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Read moreTraditionally, Namji dolls were crafted by artisans in northern Cameroon to serve as fertility dolls. Carried by young girls to encourage mothering instincts and by women hoping to conceive, Namji dolls consisted of a wooden figure surrounded in beads. Our modern interpretations of Namji dolls are crafted by artisans from Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of Congo who are currently living as refugees in Nairobi, Kenya. Their love for this traditional fertility doll have given them a loyal following in shops throughout East Africa.
Sold singly; available in three colors. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 4″L x 3″W x 19″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreIn the Binga District of northern Zimbabwe, skilled BaTonga women craft iconic baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. 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. Each basket is an ample 20″ in diameter, and can be used for tabletop storage or as wall art.
Sold singly in assorted patterns. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions: 20″L x 20″W x 2-5″H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs
Made in: Zambia
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Read moreTraditionally, Namji dolls were crafted by artisans in northern Cameroon to serve as fertility dolls. Carried by young girls to encourage mothering instincts and by women hoping to conceive, Namji dolls consisted of a wooden figure surrounded in beads. Our modern interpretations of Namji dolls are crafted by artisans from Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of Congo who are currently living as refugees in Nairobi, Kenya. Their love for this traditional fertility doll have given them a loyal following in shops throughout East Africa.
Sold singly; available in three colors. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 5″L x 4″W x 24″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, beads
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThere’s much to love about this sculpture set, from the Africa-shaped table to the simple symbolism of animals coming together as friends.
This joyous and unique artwork comes to us from a talented group of Kenyan artisans who are skilled at carving jacaranda, a prolific tree in East Africa. Each animal is hand-carved and hand-painted, as well as the table and beverage accessories.
Makes a great conversation piece or gift for any occasion.
Dimensions: 4.5″H figures, 6″L table
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, paint
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 moreArtisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave iconic baskets from thick, tough elephant grass. Weavers create this smaller version of our kettle basket with a pear-shaped bottom and a swing handle.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 8″L x 8″W x 6″H (9″ to top of handle)
Crafted from: Elephant grass
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreTalented basket weavers in northern Ghana’s Bolgatanga region weave tough elephant grass into timeless all-natural storage baskets that serve beautifully in every room of the home.
Sold as a set of two baskets. Because these are handcrafted items, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Large: 9″L x 9″W x 7″H
Small: 7.5″L x 7.5″W x 6″H (sizes may vary slightly)Crafted from: Elephant grass
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreArtisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave this beautifully simple petite tote from thick, tough elephant grass. Bolga baskets can be easily wet down and reshaped, and can be used and enjoyed for years on end.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 15″L x 2.5″W x 11″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreHandmade from all-natural stiff elephant grass and adorned with delicate lacework panels, this useful bin 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: 11″L x 11″W x 10-11″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreTalented rural Kenyan women weave all natural sisal fiber to create this sweet little lidded storage basket. A great way to present small gifts, this useful basket is right at home in any room.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 4.5″L x 4.5″W x 5″H
Crafted from: Sisal
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. 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 moreA network of rural Wolof women in nine Senegalese villages are working together to create beautiful handcrafted baskets for export. Using locally harvested cattail stalks and strips of plastic used to make prayer mats, the women bring supplemental income to their households by weaving baskets between their daily duties.
Thanks to some great attention from magazines like InStyle, Shape and ELLE Decor, we’ve been able to continue developing new baskets with the Wolof ladies.
Dimensions: 13″L x 13″W x 15″H
Crafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic strips
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreBasket weavers in rural Senegal transform abundant cattail stalks and salvaged plastic strands to create useful tabletop baskets with a unique triangle quadrant design.
Sold singly, available in two sizes. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Small: 12″D
Large: 14″DCrafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic
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″HCrafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic, leather
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreTalented baskets weavers in Zambia craft these stylish trivets from natural fibers. Sold in assorted designs in neutral, earthy tones, each trivet can be used to protect surfaces from hot pots and serving dishes.
Sold singly in assorted patterns. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 7″L x 7″W x 0.5″H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs
Made in: Zambia
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Read moreBasket weavers in Ghana, West Africa, create these rustic bicycle baskets from stiff stalks of elephant grass. Leather straps are included (color of straps may vary).
Sold singly in assorted colors. 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 moreTalented weavers in Zimbabwe craft these beautiful baskets by hand from rough sisal fiber. Sold in assorted patterns with an earthy brown theme, each basket is a work of art. Multiple baskets display beautifully together on a wall.
Sold singly in assorted patterns. Because this is a handcrafted item, each basket will vary.
Dimensions: 12″L x 12″W x 2″H
Crafted from: Sisal fiber
Made in: Zimbabwe
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Read moreTalented weavers in Zimbabwe craft these beautiful baskets by hand from rough sisal fiber. Sold in assorted patterns with a mustard yellow theme, each basket is a work of art. Multiple baskets display beautifully together on a wall.
Sold singly in assorted patterns. Because this is a handcrafted item, each basket will vary.
Dimensions: 12″L x 12″W x 2″H
Crafted from: Sisal fiber
Made in: Zimbabwe
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Read moreRural women in Senegal weave these beautiful oversize hampers from colorful strips of plastic and cattail stalks. Available in limited quantity, each hamper is completely unique.
Sold singly. Colors and patterns will vary. Shipped in an oversize box. To inquire about shipping costs, please email customer service.
Dimensions: 32″ tall, 17″ diameter. Size may vary.
Crafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic strips
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreTalented weavers in Zimbabwe craft these beautiful baskets by hand from rough sisal fiber. Sold in assorted patterns with an earthy brown theme, each basket is a work of art. Multiple baskets display beautifully together on a wall.
Sold singly in assorted patterns. Because this is a handcrafted item, each basket will vary.
Dimensions: 10″L x 10″W x 2″H
Crafted from: Sisal fiber
Made in: Zimbabwe
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Read moreTalented weavers in Zimbabwe craft these beautiful baskets by hand from rough sisal fiber. Sold in assorted patterns with a mustard yellow theme, each basket is a work of art. Multiple baskets display beautifully together on a wall.
Sold singly in assorted patterns. Because this is a handcrafted item, each basket will vary.
Dimensions: 10″L x 10″W x 2″H
Crafted from: Sisal fiber
Made in: Zimbabwe
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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 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: 8″L x 8″W x 8″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 baskets 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.
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, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreArtisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave these beautiful and durable baskets 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.
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, leather
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. These deep baskets make lovely all-natural tabletop storage for fruit and vegetables.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 15-17″L x 15-17″W x 6-7″H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs
Made in: Zambia
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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 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, available in three sizes. Because these baskets are woven by hand, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
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 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, available in three sizes. Because these baskets are woven by hand, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
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 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, available in three sizes. Because these baskets are woven by hand, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
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 moreRural Kamba women living near Kitui, Kenya, hand weave these classic totes from tough sisal fibers, in alternating rows of inky black 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 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, available in three sizes. Because these baskets are woven by hand, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
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 moreWolof women in Senegal craft beautiful nesting storage baskets from cattail stalks and strips of salvaged plastic. Each basket has a flat lid with a braided handle, and cutout handles on each side.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 19-20″L x 19-20″W x 20-21″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; two sizes available. 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 moreElephant grass produces stiff stalks that weavers in Ghana’s northern Bolga region excel at transforming into beautiful accessories. Weavers craft dyed black straw in an airy lacework design to create this gorgeous shopper. A soft leather handle adds durability and comfort. The 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, dye
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreWolof women in Senegal weave this colorful 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.
Dimensions: 8.5″L x 8.5″W x 8.5″H
Crafted from: Typha (cattails), plastic strips
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreSkilled artisans in Uganda hand weave dyed strips of raffia palm and plant stalks to create these gorgeous decorative baskets. Whether displayed on the wall or put to use on the tabletop, each handmade basket serves beautifully.
Sold singly, available in two sizes. Because these are handcrafted items, colors and patterns may vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Small: 10″D x 2.5″H
Large: 12″D x 3″HCrafted from: Raffia palm, banana stalks, natural dyes
Made in: Kenya, Uganda
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Read moreWolof women in Senegal weave this colorful 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 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 moreWolof women in Senegal weave this colorful storage container by binding cattail stalks with colorful strips of plastic purchased as salvaged end cuts at a 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.
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 weavers in Uganda handcraft these beautiful baskets from banana stalks coil woven with colorful dyed raffia. The beautiful nature-inspired woven design and vibrant colors make this basket a desirable piece of functional art for any room of the home.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 12″L x 12″W x 3″H
Crafted from: Banana, raffia palm, dye
Made in: Uganda
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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 sky blue 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 moreBolga shoppers 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. A soft leather handle makes this ample shopper easy to carry in hand or crook of elbow.
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 moreTalented rural Kenyan women dye sisal fiber to a beautiful shade of blush pink to create this sweet little lidded storage basket. A great way to present small gifts, this useful basket is right at home in any room.
Sold singly. Colors and shapes may vary slightly, as this is a handcrafted item.
Dimensions: 4.5″L x 4.5″W x 5″H
Crafted from: Sisal, textile dye
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreIn Ghana’s northern Bolgatanga region, talented basket weavers know exactly what to do to transform a stiff stalk of grass grown in the south into gorgeous baskets loved around the world. To create these brilliant rainbow baskets, artisans dye the strands in an array of colors before weaving. The all-natural handles can be personalized with colorful cloth, leather or ribbon for extra reinforcement.
Please note, Bolga baskets are typically crafted with soft goatskin binding the handles. Without leather binding, handles are not as strong.
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
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreIn Ghana’s northern Bolgatanga region, talented basket weavers know exactly what to do to transform a stiff stalk of grass grown in the south into gorgeous baskets loved around the world. To create these brilliant rainbow baskets, artisans dye the strands in an array of colors before weaving. The handle is available in all-natural, or with dyed leather for reinforcement.
Please note, Bolga baskets are typically crafted with soft goatskin fully binding the handles. Without leather binding, handles are not as strong.
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″D x 15″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreBasket weavers in Bolgatanga, Ghana, are incredibly talented at creating gorgeous multicolor baskets with intricate designs. This useful open-top bin is handmade from stiff elephant grass, and can be easily reshaped by just spraying with a little water.
Sold singly in assorted colors and patterns. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 12″L x 12″W x 10″H (size may vary slightly)
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye
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, available in three sizes. Because these baskets are woven by hand, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
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 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. Crafting baskets allows rural women to earn income from the comfort of their community.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 17″L x 17″W x 22″H
Crafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
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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, available in three sizes. Because these baskets are woven by hand, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
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 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 brown 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
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Read moreArtisans in Burkina Faso hand carve this charming nativity scene from lightweight balsa wood, then burn in facial features and details. The set includes Baby Jesus, Mary, Joseph, three wise men and five animals.
Sold as a set. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 3.5-5″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, stain
Made in: Burkina Faso
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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 pleasant caramel 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 moreThese finely woven storage baskets are handcrafted in Kenya from the fiber of the agave sisalana plant, dyed to a vibrant cherry red. 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 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 moreWolof women in the West African nation of Senegal update traditional coil weaving methods by enlivening natural grass baskets with colorful strips of plastic salvaged from a mat factory. Cattails grow abundantly in rural Senegal, so women can earn a sustainable income from basket weaving while enriching homes around the world with modern African craftsmanship.
This classic-style laundry hamper storage basket features an overlapping lid and cutout handles.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 14″L x 14″W x 19″H
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreWolof women in the West African nation of Senegal update traditional coil weaving methods by enlivening natural grass baskets with strips of plastic salvaged from a mat factory. Cattails grow abundantly in rural Senegal, so women can earn a sustainable income from basket weaving while enriching homes around the world with modern African craftsmanship.
This classic-style laundry hamper storage basket features an overlapping lid and cutout handles.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 14″L x 14″W x 19″H
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreThis beautiful basket is handcrafted by rural Wolof women in Senegal, working with cattail stalks and strips of salvaged plastic. With a snug-fitting peaked lid, our tagine basket’s shape is inspired by the earthenware baking dish of North Africa. Handmade lidded baskets offer 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 10″H (size may vary slightly)
Crafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic strips
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 peaked 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″H (size may vary)
Crafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic strips
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 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 moreSkilled artisans in Uganda hand weave dyed strips of raffia palm and plant stalks to create these gorgeous decorative baskets. Whether displayed on the wall or put to use on the tabletop, each handmade basket serves beautifully.
Sold singly, available now in two sizes. Because these are handcrafted items, colors and patterns may vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Small: 10″D x 2.5″H
Large: 12″D x 3″HCrafted from: Raffia palm, banana stalks, natural dyes
Made in: Kenya, Uganda
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Read moreWolof women in Senegal weave this colorful storage container by binding cattail stalks with colorful strips of plastic recycled from prayer mats or purchased as salvaged end cuts at a 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.
Dimensions: 8.5″L x 8.5″W x 8.5″H
Crafted from: Typha (cattails), plastic strips
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreMozambican artisans handcraft this unique nativity scene from light wood, then add a hand painted finish. The set includes Mary holding Baby Jesus, Joseph, three wise men and two sheep.
Sold as a set of figures. Because this is a handmade set, shape may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 3-5″H
Crafted from: Wood, paint
Made in: Mozambique
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Read moreKamau is a talented carver and painter who specializes in bird art. His swinging bird decoration makes a cheerful addition to the home. A pair of assorted birds adorn the jacaranda branch seat of the raffia-wrapped wire swing.
Sold singly with assorted birds in a variety of colors. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions:??5.5″L x 2.5″W x 9″H
Crafted from: Wood, paint, wire, raffia
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKamau is a talented carver and painter who specializes in bird art. His swinging bird decoration makes a cheerful addition to the home. A pair of?wooden birds with burned details adorn the jacaranda branch seat of the raffia-wrapped wire swing.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions:??5.5″L x 2.5″W x 9″H
Crafted from: Wood, paint, wire, raffia
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans hand carve sweet safari animal miniatures from pale jacaranda wood. An inexpensive gift that appeals to many, our handcrafted wooden camel keepsakes are sold as a set of twelve.
Because they are hand-carved, some pieces may not stand up. If standing is important, such as for a diorama, an adult may sand feet flat. Please expect slight variations in carving and paint, as with any handmade item.
Dimensions: 1.5″L
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans hand carve sweet safari animal miniatures from pale jacaranda wood. An inexpensive gift that appeals to many, our handcrafted wooden elephant keepsakes are by the dozen.
Because they are hand-carved, some pieces may not stand up. If standing is important, such as for a diorama, an adult may sand feet flat. Please expect slight variations in carving and paint, as with any handmade item.
Dimensions: 1.5″L
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans hand carve sweet safari animal miniatures from pale jacaranda wood. An inexpensive gift that appeals to many, our handcrafted wooden hippo keepsakes are sold as a set of twelve.
Because they are hand-carved, some pieces may not stand up. If standing is important, such as for a diorama, an adult may sand feet flat. Please expect slight variations in carving and paint, as with any handmade item.
Dimensions: 1.5″L
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, stain
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans hand carve sweet safari animal miniatures from pale jacaranda wood. An inexpensive gift that appeals to many, our handcrafted wooden lion keepsakes are sold as a set of twelve.
Because they are hand-carved, some pieces may not stand up. If standing is important, such as for a diorama, an adult may sand feet flat. Please expect slight variations in carving and paint, as with any handmade item.
Dimensions: 1.5″L
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, stain
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans hand carve sweet safari animal miniatures from pale jacaranda wood. An inexpensive gift that appeals to many, our handcrafted wooden rhino keepsakes are sold as a set of twelve.
Because they are hand-carved, some pieces may not stand up. If standing is important, such as for a diorama, an adult may sand feet flat. Please expect slight variations in carving and paint, as with any handmade item.
Dimensions: 1.5″L
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, stain
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKenyan artisans hand carve sweet safari animal miniatures from pale jacaranda wood. An inexpensive gift that appeals to many, our handcrafted wooden zebra keepsakes are sold as a set of twelve.
Because they are hand-carved, some pieces may not stand up. If standing is important, such as for a diorama, an adult may sand feet flat. Please expect slight variations in carving and paint, as with any handmade item.
Dimensions: 1.5″L
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, stain
Made in: Kenya
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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 leaf green 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 moreArtisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave this beautifully simple petite tote from thick, tough elephant grass. Longer leather handles make it easier to carry this tote at the elbow. Bolga baskets can be easily wet down and reshaped, and can be used and enjoyed for years on end.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 15″L x 4″W x 13″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 baskets 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 in assorted colors.
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 the northern Bolga region transform tough strands of elephant grass into a shapely storage bin. A beautiful addition to any room of the home, this all-natural basket can be reshaped as needed.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 10″L x 10″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 intricate shopper from thick, tough elephant grass, dyed in a variety of cheerful colors. Leather handles complete the look.
Because this is a handcrafted item in assorted colors and patterns, each bag will vary. Current leather strap color is black (not pictured).
Dimensions: 13″L x 5″W x 17″H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreTalented basket weavers in Ghana’s northern region weave a bohemian side bag basket from thick, tough elephant grass. Each purse is one-of-a-kind, being woven from a variety of dyed grass strands. A soft leather braided strap secures the sliding lid.
Sold singly in assorted colors. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Basket: 7″L x 7″W x 7″H
Handle: 22″ dropCrafted from: Elephant grass, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreTalented basket weavers in Ghana’s northern region weave a bohemian side bag basket from thick, tough elephant grass. A soft leather braided strap secures the sliding lid.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Basket: 7″L x 7″W x 7″H
Handle: 22″ dropCrafted from: Elephant grass, leather
Made in: Ghana
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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 moreGhanaian basket weavers handcraft this beautiful basket from stiff stalks of elephant grass. Dyed pink strands add a touch of floral color to the natural grass. Leather handles with a decorative contrasting braid offer added comfort.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 28″L x 18″W x 12″H (to top of basket), 18″H (to top of handles)
Crafted from: Elephant grass, leather
Made in: Ghana
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Read moreArtisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave beautiful shopper baskets from thick, tough elephant grass. Each basket features a unique color and design, chosen by the weaver. Leather wrapped handles make the shopper more comfortable to carry.
Sold singly in assorted colors and patterns. 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 moreThis oversized basket from Kenya provides versatile storage and striking style. Unstructured and woven from 100% sisal, the basket will relax in its natural state, so it must be stuffed full to remain upright. Think blankets and pillows or a massive potted house plant!
Sisal is a tough, natural fiber with a spiky texture, extracted from the agave plant. Baskets woven from sisal are remarkably durable.
Due to the large size and unstructured nature of this basket, it will ship flattened and will need to be shaped upon arrival.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Care: Spray with cold water and reshape as needed.
Dimensions: 22″T x 21″W
Crafted from: Sisal fiber, banana fiber, textile dye
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreThis oversized basket from Kenya provides versatile storage and striking style. Unstructured and woven from 100% sisal, the basket will relax in its natural state, so it must be stuffed full to remain upright. Think blankets and pillows or a massive potted house plant!
Sisal is a tough, natural fiber with a spiky texture, extracted from the agave plant. Baskets woven from sisal are remarkably durable.
Due to the large size and unstructured nature of this basket, it will ship flattened and will need to be shaped upon arrival.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Care: Spray with cold water and reshape as needed.
Dimensions: 22″T x 21″W
Crafted from: Sisal fiber, banana fiber, textile dye
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. Soft leather handles make carrying the basket more comfortable.
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
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 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 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 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 moreRural Kamba women living near Kitui, Kenya, hand weave these classic totes from tough sisal fibers, dyed inky black. 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 moreThis beautiful basket is handcrafted by rural Wolof women in Senegal from cattail stalks and strips of salvaged plastic. With a snug fitting flat 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 8″H
Crafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic strips
Made in: Senegal
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Read moreTalented weavers in Uganda handcraft these beautiful baskets from banana stalks coil woven with colorful dyed raffia. The beautiful nature-inspired woven design and vibrant colors make this basket a desirable piece of functional art for any room of the home.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 12″L x 12″W x 3″H
Crafted from: Banana, raffia palm, dye
Made in: Uganda
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Read moreKamau is a talented carver and painter who specializes in bird art. This sweet ornament features?three hand painted birds perched together on a piece of jacaranda wood.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions:??6″L x 4″W x 8″H
Crafted from: Wood, paint
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKamau is a talented carver and painter who specializes in bird art. This sweet ornament features a hand carved and hand painted?flamingo perched on a piece of jacaranda wood branch with a raffia tassel.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions:??2.5″L x 2″W x 8″H
Crafted from: Wood, paint
Made in: Kenya
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Read moreKamau is a talented carver and painter who specializes in bird art. This sweet ornament features a hand carved and hand painted bird perched on a piece of jacaranda wood branch with a raffia tassel.
Sold singly with assorted birds in a variety of colors. 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 moreTalented weavers in Zimbabwe craft these beautiful baskets by hand from rough sisal fiber. Sold as a hand-picked set of five baskets in lavender, brown and natural patterns, these baskets are meant to be displayed together, but you can always opt to sell them singly, if you wish.
Sold as a set of five baskets, as shown. Because these are handcrafted items, each varies.
Dimensions: Basket diameters range from 10″ – 12″
Crafted from: Sisal fiber
Made in: Zimbabwe
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Read moreTalented weavers in Zimbabwe craft these beautiful baskets by hand from rough sisal fiber. Sold as a hand-picked set of five baskets in purple and natural patterns, these baskets are meant to be displayed together, but you can always opt to sell them singly, if you wish.
Sold as a set of five baskets, as shown. Because these are handcrafted items, each varies.
Dimensions: Basket diameters range from 10″ – 12″
Crafted from: Sisal fiber
Made in: Zimbabwe
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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.
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 simple yet durable baskets are hand woven by women in rural Tanzania. Available in three sizes, they are useful in every room of the home. Accents of dyed black milulu grass elevate these traditional baskets as modern decor.
Sold singly, three sizes available. Because this is a handcrafted item, each 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.
Dimensions:
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 moreUnder the umbrella of Nairobi’s Gikomba carving cooperative society, talented Kenyan artisans work on various artistic endeavors from individual stalls, using wood sourced legally by the cooperative. Richard’s small team of carvers favor jacaranda in these whimsical giraffe sculptures, finished with a hand-applied stained giraffe print.
Sold in three sizes, the sculptures make a beautiful addition to the home, office or gallery whether displayed individually or as a trio.
Dimensions:
Small: 8″H
Medium: 12″H
Large: 17″HCrafted from: Jacaranda wood, stain
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 moreKenyan artisans hand carve this beautiful mask from light-colored jacaranda wood. A stylish way to incorporate Africa’s wildlife as home decor.
Sold singly. Each mask includes a tough leather hanging strap. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 14″L x 5.5″W x 20″H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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