Dry woven Elephant Grass, leather handle HANDCRAFTED BY WOMEN IN GHANA - Woven by skilled women in village cooperatives in Bolgatanga using traditional methods. Made from natural, undyed elephant grass, each basket with handle is a testament to Ghana's rich craftsmanship. STURDY BUILD FOR EVERYDAY USE - Built to endure the rigors of daily use, our baskets are reinforced with a sturdy base and equipped with durable, stitched leather handles for easy carrying. They are ideal for shopping, harvesting, stylish home organization, and use as a farmers market bag or garden tote. Ideal for storage at home or as a thoughtful gift. EASY TO SHAPE - This basket arrives flat-packed for efficient shipping, saving you money. To make it round simply reshape by spraying or immersing in water, hand shaping while wet, and allowing it to air dry. A care and shaping guide is included for your convenience. SPACIOUS & RESPONSIBLY SOURCED - Measuring approximately 14-15 inches long, 9-10 inches wide, and 18 inches tall with the handle, this farmer's market basket is ideal for various uses. Crafted from sustainably sourced elephant grass and leather, it stands out from a typical straw basket, making it perfect for functional storage or as a charming decorative piece. EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES - Your purchase directly supports the Africa Heartwood Project’s initiatives to provide livelihood and community development for women artisans and their families in Ghana, helping to maintain their livelihoods and cultural traditions. EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES - Your purchase directly supports Africa Heartwood Project’s initiatives to provide humanitarian and development projects in communities in need in West Africa, including village water projects, orphan support, and sustainable livelihoods for cultural artisans. Our Deluxe Oval Natural African Basket from Africa Heartwood Project is simple and elegant, showcasing the natural light brown color of dried elephant grass with no added dyes or patterns. Hand-woven by artisans in Bolgatanga, each woven basket is a masterpiece of design and durability, made from locally sourced elephant grass. Featuring robust leather handles and a spacious build, these baskets are ideal for various applications, from grocery shopping to enhancing your home decor.

We have carefully flat-packed this particular basket for efficient shipping and easy assembly. To assemble, simply reshape by spraying or immersing in water, hand shaping while wet, and allowing it to air dry. We include a care and shaping guide to help you keep your basket looking its best.

Each deluxe basket in our collection is made from elephant grass that grows in the rich flood plains of the White Volta near Bolgatanga, Northern Ghana. Women artisans, working in family and village cooperatives, hand-weave each basket using traditional techniques passed down through generations. Africa Heartwood Project, a non-profit organization, supports sustainable livelihoods for cultural artisans in developing countries by providing training, investment, and access to global markets. Your purchase helps preserve traditional crafts and culture, increases income for many working families, and supports charitable projects among the poor in West Africa.