African Natural Open Wave Ghana U-Shopper Beach Tote Bag Basket - Big Rim Black & Tan Handles

GUL040

$55.00

Artisans in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana weave these beautiful and durable shoppers from thick, tough elephant grass. Bolga baskets stand up to use and abuse and remain functional and beautiful for years.

You will receive the exact basket pictured above.
Beach basket. it is the perfect size to fit towels, sunscreen, sandals, snacks and sunglasses.
Picnic baskets as they can easily fit a picnic blanket, drinks and snacks for the perfect picnic.
The leather wrapped handle adds to the durability.
Dye Free Basket (natural) with leather handle
Perfect for shopping at your favorite market
lovely decorative piece for the bohemian inspired home.

This item is fairly made in Africa. Each artisan is able to work from the comfort of their own home and community. The fair payment they receive will not be reduced by traveling expenses, childcare costs or haggled prices. The artisans use their earnings to put food on the table and pay educational expenses for their children.

Basket Preparation: Spray water and let it air dry. Video on how to reshape the baskets: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOdYBPr93PM