Grasslands Tote Basket

Handcrafted in Ghana   |   25173
$60.00
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Perfect for storage, carriage, or colorful decor, this natural Bolga basket makes an extraordinary impact. Women weavers in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana are earning a sustainable income as they craft each distinctive elephant grass baskets using traditional techniques, patterns, and colors. This woven basket is perfect for taking on road trips, to the farmers' market, and the grocery store. Size, shape, and color vary due to handmade nature. One of our most popular patterns! Dimensions: 18"h x 16"w x 10"d

In order to comply with our quality standards, most leather on this basket has been removed.



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

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Basket Weavers in Ghana

About the Artisan

Your purchase supports the indigenous livelihoods of Ghana's poorest residents, empowering them to earn a sustainable income through entrepreneurship and export of their crafts.

Since 2006, SERRV International has partnered with basket weavers in Ghana, providing a long-term trading partnership and interest-free advance payment for our orders. Through sales of their products, more than 940 basket makers from 17 different communities near the city of Bolgatanga receive a fair... Read more...

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Beautiful basket
Jul 1, 2023  |  By Lois Grobb
I bought this for farmers market shopping, and it really fits the bill. Perfect !! And the colors are all my favs so it was definitely a must have !