African basket - Bolga basket - Grass basket - Large oval basket with 2 handles -fairly traded basket- Farmers market, picnic, beach basket

These beautiful African baskets are handmade by weavers in the Upper East region of Ghana, West Africa, called Bolgatanga. There are several small villages around the Bolgatanga region that host these skilled artisans in small and large groups.
They are popularly known as Bolga baskets or grass baskets.

Perfect for the farmers market, to store towels next to the pool or bathroom, your kid's toys, knitting projects, magazines, books, fabrics, yarn, you name it. Take it on a picnic or a day at the beach. Simply beautiful. very esthetical and versatile

Large oval Bolga baskets measures approx. 16" to 16.5" long x 10" high and 7" to 9" deep. XL baskets measure approx. 17" long x 11" high and 8" to 10" deep.
Please let me know if you'd like to add the charm and I will set up a custom listing for you.
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Basket weaving has been taking place in this region for many decades as a traditional family art passed down through many generations.
The weavers who create these baskets are mainly farmers. They often use their weaving income to send their children to school.
Harvesting the center stalk of the tall Kinkahe grass, which quickly replenishes itself with new growth, results in a sustainable straw for the future. After the collection and dying of the grass the weaving of a basket can take from four to twenty hours to complete depending on the model and the weaver. Non toxic dies are used to color the grass.
By buying this basket you will help a family in Ghana build a better tomorrow!
Bolga baskets are fairly traded.

If you need to "reshape" your basket, gently mist with water and reshape by hand, then allow to dry. Keep the handle dry.

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ALL BASKETS ARE READY TO SHIP!
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Please note: I am not responsible for delays, damages, or lost/stolen items once a package has been shipped and is out of my control. However, I will always do my best to assist with tracking your order and helping to speed up delivery whenever possible.

Please note: I do not ship to Alaska or Hawaii unless the buyer is willing to pay additional shipping and handling costs. Shipping from Florida to these locations is significantly more expensive than to the rest of the United States.


ALL BASKETS ARE READY TO SHIP.