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Handwoven from elephant grass in Bolgatanga, northern Ghana, our African Bolga baskets are made for daily use and shaped to last. These handwoven baskets come in a range of shapes, sizes, and colours, and move easily between the market, the kitchen, and the home.
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Basket weaving has been central to community life in Bolgatanga for generations, with techniques and patterns passed between weaving families rather than through formal instruction. The elephant grass used for weaving grows in the flood plains of the White Volta near Bolgatanga, harvested and prepared locally
before weaving begins. Bashiri has worked directly with weavers in the Bolgatanga region since 1997, visiting annually and selecting every basket in person. That relationship means we know our makers by name, and have built long-standing connections with the weaving community.
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A round Bolga basket with no handles, open at the top and fully vegan, used for storage around the home. Bands of cool, sea-toned shades, warm golden tones and deep checks wrap this handwoven basket, under a matching rim. The weave is close and firm.
Dimensions: Diameter 35cm, height 18cm.
A round Bolga basket with no handles, open at the top and fully vegan, used for storage around the home. Deep cool tones with bright upright stripes and a checked band near the base give this woven basket a bold look, with a sturdy rim.
Dimensions: Diameter 41cm, height 24cm.
A handwoven laundry basket in bright warm tones with golden and dark bands through the middle, and a patterned lid that keeps linen tucked away.
Dimensions: Diameter 48cm, height 50cm.
A round Bolga basket with no handles, open at the top and fully vegan, used for storage around the home. This African basket carries a monochrome check between a warm golden band and a patterned rim band, woven firm enough to sit steady on a shelf.
Dimensions: Diameter 40cm, height 20cm.
Handcrafted from sustainably sourced elephant grass, this mini Bolga basket offers traditional Ghanaian weaving in a smaller, versatile size. Use it for shopping, small household items, children’s treasures, gift presentation or simply as a colourful decorative basket.
Width: 16cm
Height: 22cm (excludes handle)
Length: 31cm
Compact, colourful, and built to last, our Small Round Bolga Basket is handmade in Ghana using traditional weaving techniques and sustainably sourced elephant grass.
Diameter: 20cm
Height: 14cm (excludes handle)
Sustainable material becomes structure through skilled Ghanaian artisan hands.
Planter baskets woven from elephant grass with rich natural tones.
A calm, grounded finish for indoor greenery.
Diameter: 26cm
Height: 25cm
Handwoven in Ghana, offering durable structure for market, storage, or display.
Planter baskets woven from elephant grass with rich natural tones.
A calm, grounded finish for indoor greenery.
Diameter: 26cm
Height: 25cm
Pick it up, put it to work.
Natural curves and tight weaving give each basket its own character.
A practical size for home, market days, and everything in between.
Diameter: 35cm
Height: 23cm (excludes handle)
Effortless portability with refined intent.
Our Uba baskets are open mouthed (no handles) and perfect for storage.
Diameter: 33cm
Height: 19cm
Form shaped slowly by skilled hands.
Every African oval basket is unique and handmade in Ghana from elephant grass.
Width: 20cm
Height: 26cm (excludes handles)
Length: 44cm
Created by Bolga artisans whose skills are passed through generations.
These medium round baskets bring together practical storage, natural materials, and community-supported weaving.
Diameter: 31cm
Height: 20cm (excludes handle)
Bolga baskets are handwoven in Bolgatanga, Northern Ghana, using locally grown elephant grass.
Artisans craft each basket by hand using traditional weaving techniques passed down through generations.
Valued for their strength and flexibility, they’re commonly used for décor, storage, shopping, laundry, and carrying.
Each basket reflects the skill and choices of the individual weaver, and we work directly with weaving communities in Ghana, supporting long-standing relationships and ongoing livelihoods.
Some Bolga baskets are offered with a colour of your choice option, where you select preferred colour tones and a basket is chosen to match.
In addition, all styles are also individually listed, with each basket photographed and named, so you receive the exact piece shown.
Both options are handwoven in Ghana and finished by individual makers.
Our woven baskets are made for everyday life, with styles including market baskets for carrying, round baskets for décor or general storage, African laundry baskets, baby Moses baskets, and oval baskets with an elongated shape.
Each style is crafted around its purpose, from sturdy, open forms for shopping to deeper, more contained designs for the home.
Finishes range from natural weaves to patterned and coloured designs, with leather or vegan handle options.
African Bolga baskets are packed to help maintain their shape in transit and are shipped from Australia. Shipping costs and delivery timeframes are calculated at checkout based on your location and order size. We offer free shipping Australia-wide on orders over $110.
Full details are available on our shipping page.
