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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 Bolga pet basket hand-coiled from elephant grass by Frafra weavers in Ghana, with walls firm enough to hold their shape and open enough for air to move through while your cat or dog sleeps.
This medium woven dog bed has wide charcoal bands and a soft pink stripe on natural elephant grass. The low front lets a dog step straight in, with higher walls at the back and sides to lean against.
Dimensions: Width 50cm, height 28cm, length 71cm.
Crafted from sustainable fibres for baby’s first resting place.
Woven by hand in Ghana, this Moses baby basket gives newborns a breathable, portable nest while supporting sustainable craftsmanship.
A woven Moses basket in a deep, even green, set on a natural elephant grass base and finished with a warm yellow rim. Brown leather-wrapped handles stand out against the single colour.
Length: 76cm Width: 40cm Height: 29cm (excludes handle)
Portable bassinet
Lightweight elephant grass weave, with leather-wrapped handles that fold down for carrying.
Breathable
The open weave lets air move through the sides of the basket.
Woven in Bolgatanga
Handwoven by Frafra weavers in Bolgatanga, in Ghana’s Upper East Region.
Optional foam mattress
A custom-fitted foam insert can be added for the base.
Crafted from sustainable fibres for baby’s first resting place.
Woven by hand in Ghana, this Moses baby basket gives newborns a breathable, portable nest while supporting sustainable craftsmanship.
Natural elephant grass with a wide rust band, crossed by fine black lines that zigzag round the sides of this Bolga Moses basket. Two leather-wrapped handles stand high above the rim for a two-handed lift.
Length: 76cm Width: 40cm Height: 29cm (excludes handle)
Portable bassinet
Lightweight elephant grass weave, with leather-wrapped handles that fold down for carrying.
Breathable
The open weave lets air move through the sides of the basket.
Woven in Bolgatanga
Handwoven by Frafra weavers in Bolgatanga, in Ghana’s Upper East Region.
Optional foam mattress
A custom-fitted foam insert can be added for the base.
Crafted from sustainable fibres for baby’s first resting place.
Woven by hand in Ghana, this Moses baby basket gives newborns a breathable, portable nest while supporting sustainable craftsmanship.
A Bolga Moses basket with a dark body and rows of rust, green, blue-green, and pink flecks above a natural base. The stripes carry through to the inside walls, so the pattern shows from above as well.
Length: 76cm Width: 40cm Height: 29cm (excludes handle)
Portable bassinet
Lightweight elephant grass weave, with leather-wrapped handles that fold down for carrying.
Breathable
The open weave lets air move through the sides of the basket.
Woven in Bolgatanga
Handwoven by Frafra weavers in Bolgatanga, in Ghana’s Upper East Region.
Optional foam mattress
A custom-fitted foam insert can be added for the base.
Crafted from sustainable fibres for baby’s first resting place.
Woven by hand in Ghana, this Moses baby basket gives newborns a breathable, portable nest while supporting sustainable craftsmanship.
This handwoven Moses basket pairs natural elephant grass with two bands of teal and deep blue flecks, and a rust diamond worked into the front. A fine rust line runs between the bands, right round the body.
Length: 76cm Width: 40cm Height: 29cm (excludes handle)
Portable bassinet
Lightweight elephant grass weave, with leather-wrapped handles that fold down for carrying.
Breathable
The open weave lets air move through the sides of the basket.
Woven in Bolgatanga
Handwoven by Frafra weavers in Bolgatanga, in Ghana’s Upper East Region.
Optional foam mattress
A custom-fitted foam insert can be added for the base.
A medium round Bolga basket woven in Bolgatanga, Ghana, with a leather-wrapped handle.
A woven Bolga basket with warm and dark bands at the top over a pale checked body, finished with a warm stripe at the base. The firm weave holds its round shape.
Dimensions: Width 35cm, height 20cm.
A medium round Bolga basket woven in Bolgatanga, Ghana, with a leather-wrapped handle.
An African basket in soft, warm tones, banded with a strong mid-tone stripe across a pale body. Undyed handle wraps and a leather grip keep the look clean.
Dimensions: Width 35cm, height 20cm.
A medium round Bolga basket woven in Bolgatanga, Ghana, with a leather-wrapped handle.
A handwoven basket with a multi-tone checked pattern across the body and a bright banded rim, the shades repeating on the handle wraps. The firm coil keeps it steady when full.
Dimensions: Width 34cm, height 20cm.
A medium round Bolga basket woven in Bolgatanga, Ghana, with a leather-wrapped handle.
A woven basket in deep, warm tones, with a dark and pale checked band through the middle, framed by ribbed bands at the rim and base. Built for everyday shopping and storage.
Dimensions: Width 34cm, height 20cm.
A medium round Bolga basket woven in Bolgatanga, Ghana, with a leather-wrapped handle.
A handmade Bolga basket in neutral tones, with a dark diagonal pattern across the upper body and a pale band below. A pared-back design with a sturdy, even weave.
Dimensions: Width 34cm, height 20cm.
A medium round Bolga basket woven in Bolgatanga, Ghana, with a leather-wrapped handle.
An African basket in bright, warm tones, woven in stepped stripes that run around the whole body under a deep rim. Firm walls keep it upright on the floor or in the hand.
Dimensions: Width 32cm, height 19cm.
A medium round Bolga basket woven in Bolgatanga, Ghana, with a leather-wrapped handle.
A handwoven basket in deep tones, striped across the body with a checked panel running through the lower half. The leather-wrapped handle gives a steady grip.
Dimensions: Width 32cm, height 19cm.
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 $90.
Full details are available on our shipping page.
