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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 medium round Bolga basket woven in Bolgatanga, Ghana, with a leather-wrapped handle.
A Bolga basket in rich tones, with a zigzag band across the middle between a deep upper band and a warm lower band. Sturdy enough for a small market shop.
Dimensions: Width 32cm, height 19cm.
A medium round Bolga basket woven in Bolgatanga, Ghana, with a leather-wrapped handle.
A woven African basket striped from rim to base in alternating cool and warm tones, with a pale rim and striped handle wraps. The firm weave holds its shape.
Dimensions: Width 32cm, height 19cm.
A medium round Bolga basket woven in Bolgatanga, Ghana, with a leather-wrapped handle.
A handwoven basket in bright, saturated tones, with bold checked bands from rim to base. The round body stays firm, and the handle is wrapped in leather for grip.
Dimensions: Width 32cm, height 19cm.
A medium round Bolga basket woven in Bolgatanga, Ghana, with a leather-wrapped handle.
A handmade basket in warm, earthy tones, with zigzag bands and a deep checked band through the middle. The leather-wrapped handle and firm walls make it easy to carry.
Dimensions: Width 32cm, height 19cm.
A medium round Bolga basket woven in Bolgatanga, Ghana, with a leather-wrapped handle.
A woven Bolga basket with a diamond pattern in two deep tones on a pale ground, edged with bright stripes near the base. The sturdy handle holds steady when carried.
This basket has scuffing on the leather handle with all imperfections clearly shown in the photos. The price has been adjusted accordingly.
Dimensions: Width 32cm, height 19cm.
A medium round Bolga basket woven in Bolgatanga, Ghana, with a leather-wrapped handle.
An African basket in rich tones, woven in a neat checked grid with a deeper band at the rim and pale accents on the handle wraps. The leather grip sits comfortably in the hand.
This basket has a minor scuff on the leather and a slightly offset handle with all imperfections clearly shown in the photos. The price has been adjusted accordingly.
Dimensions: Width 35cm, height 18cm.
A medium round Bolga basket woven in Bolgatanga, Ghana, with a leather-wrapped handle.
A handwoven basket in fresh, leafy tones, banded through the body with fine pale and dark stripes under a deeper rim. The firm coil keeps its round shape when filled.
This basket has an incomplete leather handle and uneven stitching with all imperfections clearly shown in the photos. The price has been adjusted accordingly.
Dimensions: Width 32cm, height 18cm.
Woven planter basket from Bolgatanga, Ghana.
An upright basket sized to hold a potted plant, made entirely from elephant grass, so it’s vegan.
A tonal Bolga basket in two shades of one warm hue, ribbed in fine vertical lines across the upper half above a smooth, close-woven base. Sturdy and upright, it holds its form.
Dimensions: Width 32cm, height 27cm.
Woven planter basket from Bolgatanga, Ghana.
An upright basket sized to hold a potted plant, made entirely from elephant grass, so it’s vegan.
A handwoven African basket in bold, high-contrast stripes: a strong band near the rim, dark and pale vertical bands through the middle and a warm base. Firmly coiled, it keeps a steady shape.
Dimensions: Width 31cm, height 27cm.
Woven planter basket from Bolgatanga, Ghana.
An upright basket sized to hold a potted plant, made entirely from elephant grass, so it’s vegan.
A woven basket in earthy tones, ribbed through the body with bands of fine vertical stripes on a pale ground under a deep rim. The weave is firm enough to stand upright on its own.
Dimensions: Width 31cm, height 27cm.
Woven planter basket from Bolgatanga, Ghana.
An upright basket sized to hold a potted plant, made entirely from elephant grass, so it’s vegan.
A handmade planter basket in bright, warm tones, with a deep checked band through the middle framed by fine stripes. Its sturdy walls stand on their own.
Dimensions: Width 31cm, height 27cm.
Woven planter basket from Bolgatanga, Ghana.
An upright basket sized to hold a potted plant, made entirely from elephant grass, so it’s vegan.
An African basket woven in three tiers: a checked rim in cool and warm tones, a soft muted middle and a deep, dark base. The tight coil holds its shape with or without a pot inside.
Dimensions: Width 28cm, height 27cm.
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.
