Basketry, Hats and Bags
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 Round Elephant Grass Basket
Beautifully hand woven from Elephant grass these versatile baskets are strong, durable & long lasting. Handcrafted by the Fra people of Ghana. $39.00

 

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NEW FOR 2013

Our Beautiful U- Shopper has been given a creative twist with the edition of open weave segment throughout its body.

 

$62

 

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Oval Basket
Same construction and features as the above, but with an enlongated shape and flat bottom Slightly more compact and formal style. Single or double handle. $45.00

 

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Wodabe
These densely woven hats are worn by men of the Wodabe tribe in Niger. During the Geerewol festival, at the height of the rainy season, they paint their faces and wear them at ceremonial dances to attract a wife. Leather edge, top and keeper. A classic African look.  Wide brim 52cm $60.00

 

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Mini Basket
Miniature replica of our round baskets, woven to the same standard of excellence. Ideal for organising small items or for children. $15.00

 

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Elephant Grass Fan
A functional and effective accessory. Can be wettened for an enhanced cooling effect. As a decorator item, it adds color to any room. $11.00

CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK

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Niger Place Mat
Circular woven place mat evoking the mystery of far-off Niger. Use on the table or as an eye-catching decorator item. 39cm. $14.00 Ste of 6 $72.00

 

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Bolga, Wide Brim
Attractive and popular style for men and women alike. Stands up to years of use and any weather. May be wettened and shaped. Assorted sizes and traditional patterns. Braided leather keeper. $25.00

 

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Bolga , Wide Brim
Our classic style of the above. Please specify head circumference when ordering.

$25.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Same as above, but more compact derby style, with narrower brim. 27cm. $25.00
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Pot Basket

An innovative new design made by the masters of weaving, to accomplish the skill in creating the pot like shape takes many years of practice.

 Size and colour varies $69.00

CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK

 

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Solid woven U Shopper

A new adidition to our collection beautifully woven with A flat bottom and wide enough to hold most folders and books upright.

Size and Colour varies

$62.00

 

 

 

*Most of the woven goods on this page are made in Ghana for everyday use from strong fibered elephant grass. It is harvested seasonally, softened by traditional methods and far superior in finish and durability to Asian copies sold by some suppliers. Elephant grass products may be wet and moulded to shape.

The versatile baskets come in several shapes and sizes for shopping, storage and display. Workmanship and attention to detail are second-to-none. Four colour cdescriptive swing tag included.

Our attractive hats, fans and placemats are made using the same time-proven techniques