Checkered Bolga Basket
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A traditional and useful shaped shopper basket. This handmade basket is made from elephant grass and leather. This basket shape is perfect for more than just traditional home storage. It is also useful for shopping, farmers markets and picnics.
This extremely durable basket can be reshaped again and again. See care information below for more details.
Dimensions: 15x15x15" (handmade baskets can vary by size)
Origins
Origins
These baskets have been produced by talented artisans throughout African and purchased by a Fair Trade Federation compliant brand. This basket has been made in Ghana.
Materials
Materials
Basket has been crafted from Elephant Grass.
Care information
Care information
Baskets may become smushed during transit. To reshape run the basket under water and shape with your hands. Can be molded by pressing and pushing firmly on the basket to reach its desired shape. Basket can be wiped clean, and if it comes into contact with water simply allow to air dry.
Giving Back
Giving Back
An Oregon based company originally founded in 1995. They work with individual makers, export agents and micro-enterprises across Africa. They currently source from 15 different countries in Africa and respect that the hardworking African makers should determine their own personal success. Artisans create in their own homes and communities so they do not loose payment due to traveling, childcare or haggling. They are proud to be a member of the Fair Trade Federation.
