HANDMADE IN GHANA

Ready for the perfect catch all statement piece?

These woven baskets are ideal for any room in your home. This basket has a loop that can be used to hang on a kitchen wall, bathroom wall, or any space that needs extra storage. Bonus- these look great with dried flowers or as storage for fruits & vegetables! These intricate designs will surely leave a lasting impression in your home decoration.

Their natural look will add a globally conscious and effortless look to your home.

Specifications:

• Approximately 9.5” W x 7.5” H
• Fair Trade
• Made in Ghana
• Products are made of elephant grass
• Organic dyes are used to dye the grass
• Profiled weaver tag is attached to each product

*These delicately textured and handcrafted woven baskets were made by groups of women in intimate communities in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana in an ethical, fair trade environment.

Care Instructions:

• To clean or re-shape your basket, simply wet it with cool water, shape it as needed, and allow it to air dry.
• The basket should be watered once a year to hydrate the straw and keep it supple.
• Avoid using chemicals or detergents.

Meaning & Purpose

The material used for weaving in Bolgatanga is elephant grass, this grass is only available in the southern part of Ghana, Kumasi to be precise. The grasses are harvested and dried up, a process which might take up to three (3) days. It is then tied together in big bundles and transported to the Bolga markets. This is where most of the weavers buy their raw materials. The straw grass is further processed before weaving begins.

1. Straw is collected and splitted then rolled/twisted for texture.
2. Straw is dyed to give a vibrant color before weaving begins.