Bolga Market Basket - Natural | The Little Market Bolga Market Basket - Natural | The Little Market
Bolga Market Basket - Natural | The Little Market
Bolga Market Basket - Natural | The Little Market

Bolga Market Basket - Natural

$ 88.00

HANDMADE IN GHANA

Stylish, sturdy, and roomy, the Bolga Market Basket doubles as a chic tote and a beautiful storage solution in your home. Handwoven by artisans with sustainably sourced veta vera grass, each basket will be just as adored as the treasures you choose to fill them with.

Every purchase empowers artisans from rural communities of Bolgatanga in the Upper East Region of Ghana. On a path to financial independence, the artisans work in safe and empowering environments and earn fair wages through dignified work.

Bolga Market Basket | The Little Market

DETAILS

  • 15.5” x 9”.
  • Handle drop: 7.5”.
  • Handle drop at sides: 2” x 1.5”.
  • As with all handmade items, variations will occur.

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

  • Spot clean using minimal water. Dab (do not rub) using an undyed paper towel or cloth to prevent the colors from bleeding. Dry completely to avoid molding. To preserve the natural colors and stop fading, do not place in direct sunlight.

MATERIALS

  • Veta vera grass.

HANDMADE DISCLAIMER

  • We guarantee the quality and individuality of all of our handmade, fair trade products and conduct thorough quality checks.
  • As with all handmade and small-batch items, no two pieces are exactly the same.
  • Variations in size, color, and design will naturally occur.
  • If you purchase two or more of the same items, you might notice variations. Our Fulfillment Team members do their best to make sure the items are as similar as can be.
  • We hold our handmade products in the highest esteem, and we hope that you enjoy and celebrate these variations as much as we do.
  • Learn more about our products here.
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MEET THE ARTISAN
SAVANNA BASKETS
Located in: Ghana
Based in the Bolgatanga region of Ghana, social enterprise Savanna Baskets strives to break the cycle of poverty and provide economic opportunities for artisans in a primarily rural farming community. This group consists of mostly women who have traditionally faced economically vulnerable circumstances and gender inequalities, such as limited ownership of farmlands. In a safe and supportive environment, they preserve a time-honored weaving technique while using sustainably harvested, locally sourced tropical grass. The artisans earn fair wages and have access to essential programs including healthcare, microfinance opportunities, and training.
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Located in: Ghana
Handwoven with locally sourced grasses
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Handwoven with locally sourced grasses
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