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♪ Enjoy Some African Notes ♪
Authentic Instruments Not only does Bashiri sell handwoven Bolga Baskets and textiles, we also have a very fun and extensive range of authentic instruments made from natural materials. Beautiful as…
Handwoven for your table – Burkina Plates
Burkina Plates Burkina platters are beautiful handwoven African plates made by the Mossi Women of Burkina Faso. Each platter has been individually handwoven from local Raffia straw. 🌾 The Mossi…
Unicolour Bolga Baskets
Say hello to our unicolour range! Tote bags, small round, large round, small market and market basket – take your pick of these colourful options. 💗 Popping pink 🖤 Bold…
Sound Healing Instruments
Sound Healing Instruments ♪ Immerse yourself in the power of sound healing with Bashiri’s authentic instruments. ♪ Handcrafted with care, our sound healing instrument collection features a full range of…
Afrovillage Shirts
Vibrant African threads direct from Ghana, introducing the Dashiki ! The dashiki is a colourful West African garment for men and women. 🧵 Loose fit, great for both casual wear…
Bolga Laundry Baskets
The thought of doing laundry becomes a lot easier when you’ve got these gorgeous laundry hampers waiting to help 😍🎨 Treat yourself to the functionality and quality of a Bolga…
African Jewellery
A Stunning African Jewellery Collection Necklaces, bracelets and beads… We support local artists across West African who use time honoured technique and organic materials like seeds pods, husks, bone, horn…
The Skilled Process of Strip Weaving
African Textiles – Strip Weaving Follow this link to watch Moussa Keita from the western town of Djibasso in Burkina Faso, near the border of Mali border. 🇧🇫 He is…
What is an African Market Basket?
African Market Basket The African market basket is our premium Bolga basket, crafted from the best elephant grass by the finest weavers. All of our gorgeous baskets are hand made in…
♪ Musical Instruments for Kids ♪
Instruments for the little ones Music helps the mind and body work together, it helps sensory development and co-ordination – and let’s be honest kids love instruments and their enthusiasm…
Round Bolga Baskets
Cosy up your home this Autumn with handmade round baskets 🍂 Available in 4 sizes 🍂 Choose vegan or leather handles 🍂 Free shipping options 🍂 Made sustainably for practical…
Musical Instruments 🎶 | Shekere
The Shekere Gourd Shaker 🎶 Did you know that we also sell authentic and traditional West African instruments? 🎶 The shekere is one of our personal favourites! A central feature…