Description
Description & Features
Bring authentic Ghanaian artistry home with these Handwoven Bolgatanga Baskets bags – vibrant, functional shoulder bags that blend purpose with style. Crafted direct from Bolgatanga by Gurune weavers, each basket features:
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Durable Elephant Grass Weave: Naturally strong yet flexible fibres form tight coils for lasting structure
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Leather-Wrapped Handles: Hand-stitched for comfort and easy carrying, even when loaded with shopping
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Vibrantly Coloured: Bright, long-lasting hues to make every market trip a style statement
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Eco-Friendly: 100% biodegradable materials and plastic-free basket bags
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Direct from Artisans: Hand-harvested, prepared, and woven in Northern Ghana – no middlemen
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Each basket represents hours of skilled artisan work, making it an investment piece that combines everyday functionality with exceptional quality.
Dimensions:
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- Medium: 32 cm Ø × 29 cm H
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Large: 46 cm Ø × 31 cm H
Please note: each piece is handmade, so slight size variations may occur.
About the Makers
We work directly with Gurune (Frafra) weaving cooperatives around Bolgatanga, Northern Ghana—no middlemen. Many of these master craftswomen learned their skills from mothers and grandmothers, preserving a family legacy in every fibre. By sourcing directly, we ensure fair payment and community reinvestment, empowering women in a region where agriculture alone can’t guarantee steady income.
You can read more about the history of Bolgatanga baskets in our blog here.
How Your Purchase Can Make a Difference
Every basket you buy goes straight to the artisans in Bolgatanga—no intermediaries. Your support:
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Secures Fair Wages: Ensures weaving remains a viable livelihood for Gurune families
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Preserves Cultural Heritage: Keeps ancient techniques alive for future generations
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Promotes Sustainable Craft: Encourages eco-friendly material sourcing and zero-waste dyeing
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How these African baskets are made
The baskets are handwoven from sustainably sourced Elephant Grass.
Elephant grass grows wild throughout Bolgatanga, but people have also begun to grow it in their smallholdings to supplement their income and for their own basket weaving. It is cut, dried and dyed and then twisted, coiled and knotted into the beautiful shapes that Bolgatanga is famous for!
Care
These woven basket bags are sturdy, strong, and flexible, made to withstand constant use. If properly cared for, your basket will live a long life.
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Dust Regularly: Use a soft brush or dry cloth to remove surface dust.
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Wipe Gently: If needed, use a slightly damp cloth—avoid soaking.
- Reshape When Needed: Lightly dampen and push back into shape if distorted.
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