Lying in the Red Volta River Valley of North Ghana is the colourful town of Bolgatana. Commonly known as Bolga, this district capital is one of Ghana’s famous market cities renowned for its beautiful handicrafts – crowned as the crafts centre of Ghana’s Upper East region. Its larger-than-life central market is where you can find one-of-a-kind Bolga baskets, hats and fans, among beautiful leather goods, jewellery and indigenous clothing.
We aim to share this wonderful creative culture with the Australian public. Our Bolga products are sourced directly from the locals of Bolgatana, who create our wonderful baskets, bags, hats, fans and more. Woven into each of these unique products are stories of the land, the town and of the people themselves.
SOUND HEALING WITH Ceremonial Gongs Healing Expressions: With a strike we are brightly awakened by ripples of harmonious vibration through the air. Ceremonial gongs invite our body, mind and spirit to dance in harmonious bliss. While the sound waves wash over, we are reminded of our gentle spirit waiting to be heard. Practitioners believe certain…
As we know, music is a wonderful outlet for children, encouraging creativity, expression and confidence that are fundamental components of a healthy development. The school holidays are upon us and we understand that this can often be a stressful time for parents, who constantly have to come up with fresh and stimulating activities for their…
We have a large new range of textiles in stock, including traditional mudcloth and brand new indigo cotton. A softer alternative to mudcloth, indigo cotton is prized in West Africa and has become a global favourite among creators and consumers alike. Shop our range of textiles here
The Fang ethnic group is part of the greater Bantu tribe of central Africa, which includes the countries Guinea, Cameroon and Gabon. Previously, the Fang people migrated around central Africa. Today, Fang mainly inhabit the hot rain forests of Gabon and make up 80% of the Gabonese population. Due of their nomadic ways, the Fang are known for…
Embrace Winter Hues Winter is the season of warmth and comfort, and your home décor should reflect this. Here we’ll show you how you can embrace winter styling tips for the season with our style guide. African woven baskets come in a variety of colors, shapes and patterns that can seamlessly blend with warm winter…
ON THE NEXT DAY OF CHRISTMAS..GIFT A BOLGA FAN On the Days of Christmas, gift a bolga fan and unwrap a unique and sustainable delight – a masterpiece handmade in Ghana, Africa. Crafted with care, these fans are not just accessories; they’re a celebration of traditional craftsmanship and eco-conscious living. Sustainable Elegance Made from elephant…