Bolga Pot Basket – Colour of your choice
From $92
From the Bolgatanga region of northern Ghana, the Bolga pot basket sits wider at the base than the top, giving it a sculptural quality that looks just as good empty as it does full.
Choose a basket colour from the dropdown menu to see examples of the colour scheme.
Top diameter: 25-30 cm
Bottom diameter: 35-45 cm
Height: 25-31 cm
Each basket is handwoven, so dimensions may vary slightly between baskets.
Description
ABOUT OUR WOVEN POT BASKETS
Wide enough at the base for a standard indoor pot plant, and deep enough to store small throws, blankets, or firewood. Finished with leather handles, handwoven in Bolgatanga from elephant grass, and dyed with plant-based colours.
FAQS
How do I know which colour basket to choose?
Use the dropdown to browse colour options. With this option, you choose the colour and we pick the basket for you. Select your preferred dominant colour and we’ll choose one in that range.
Each is handwoven, so yours will have its own character, and the photos are a colour guide.
Can I choose a specific woven basket design?
Browse the individually listed Bolga pot baskets to choose your design.
Every basket with an individual name has been carefully selected.
The exact basket you choose is the one you’ll receive.
Can I use a Pot basket for more than plants?
Yes. Pot Baskets can be used as plant holders, but they’re just as useful around the home. Their rounded, pot-like shape works well for shelf styling, storing small items, or holding dried flower arrangements. For living greenery, keep the plant in its nursery pot and use a saucer or liner to protect the natural fibres. You can also browse our Planter Baskets for more plant-friendly options.
MEET OUR WEAVER: AYAMA ATUMBIRI
“My parents couldn’t afford to send me to school or provide the materials I needed for education.
After I got married, I learned to weave baskets from my mother-in-law. It became my livelihood. A man from another village would visit every two days to teach us how to fasten handles and complete our baskets in time for market day.
Since he could only come at night, we had to weave late into the evening.
To keep ourselves entertained, we would turn on the only radio we had, to tune to a station playing Fra-Fra music.
I still do this today, listen to music while I weave.
Back then, we worked outdoors, lit by a kerosene lamp, as there was no electricity in our area. My mother-in-law was my inspiration; her encouragement motivated me to master the craft, which is now my sole source of income.
I’m proud to call myself an expert in weaving pot baskets.
This work allows me to support myself and my children, who are happily receiving an education funded by my weaving.
I’ve also taught many others how to weave, including my children.
One of my students even made a beautiful shoulder bag for me as a token of appreciation. It made me so happy, and I still use the bag!”
Additional information
| Weight | 1 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1 × 1 × 1 cm |
| Quantity | Single, Set of 10 – Flat pack (bulk), Set of 10 – Shaped Pack |
| Material | |
| Vegan |
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