ODOYE Large Bolga Basket

Orange, beige and purple hand-woven bolga basket with black leather handles.

Genuine Bolga baskets are exclusively hand-woven by the indigenous Gurune, (also known as Frafra people) of Northern Ghana. They, derive their name from ‘Bolgatanga’; a town in the Upper East Region of Ghana where the locals are popularly known for their traditional hand weaving techniques and craftsmanship.

Each Bolga Basket is made by hand, using robust wild veta vera grass (commonly known as elephant grass) that is dyed and twisted into the desired shape through traditional weaving techniques that have been passed down from generation to generation over centuries. These African baskets range from natural straw colour to all imaginable vibrant patterns and colours.

Bolga Baskets, also known as Elephant Grass Baskets, African Baskets and African U-Shopper bags have become synonymous with both beauty and functionality. Many people are turning to Bolga Baskets as the Ultimate African Handbag because their versatility allows them to be used in many ways. Bolga Baskets, which are a stylish andsustainable alternative to plastic have traditionally been used as market shopping baskets but are also now being used as beach bags / beach baskets, picnic baskets, stylish home decor, home organisation storage baskets and fashion statement pieces as African tote bags.

All our Bolga Baskets are finished with leather handles that make them easy and comfortable to carry and use on a regular basis. Slight variances may occur as each shopper basket is handmade. Though similar, no two baskets will ever be exactly the same.

PLEASE NOTE (DISCLAIMER)

*Each basket is handmade; colours and patterns will vary slightly from basket to basket.
** Screen/monitor settings may also affect the appearance of the colours.
*** Baskets may lose their original shape during shipping. If this occurs, please follow the CARE INSTRUCTIONS to reshape.