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Modern baskets, decor, & gifts, handcrafted by artisans in 15 African nations.
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Our products are handmade by skilled artisans in Africa. Variation is expected due to the handmade process. Each item is beautifully unique, with variations showing the hand of the maker.
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Tulip Storage Baskets
Expert weavers in northern Ghana top their basic bins with beautifully scalloped rims. Crafted in all natural, sunny yellow and vivid magenta, these shapely baskets style up plants and offer chic camouflage to clutter havens. Art supplies, building blocks, rocks or socks – they all look better in a basket.
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Talented welders and metal artisans craft these unique recycled metal flamingos from salvaged metal pieces. Available in two sizes, these unique sculptures make a fun addition to the home or garden!
Sold singly. Available in two sizes. Weathering is to be expected if the sculpture is exposed to elements over time.
Extra shipping fees are required for this oversized item. Please scroll down for more information.
About Shipping:
A single sculpture will ship in an oversized box. Multiple sculptures can be shipped on a single pallet.
Shipping starts at $200 for a single sculpture to the West coast. If a pallet is required, cost can range from $400-$650+. After purchase, we will contact you regarding the actual shipping charges, based on your shipping address.
We can also provide a shipping quote at any time during the ordering process. Please email us at info@swahilimodern.com with your full shipping address to get started.
Talented welders and metal artisans craft these unique recycled metal flamingos from salvaged metal pieces. Available in two sizes, these unique sculptures make a fun addition to the home or garden!
Sold singly. Available in two sizes. Weathering is to be expected if the sculpture is exposed to elements over time.
Dimensions: 21"L x 9"W x 38"H
Crafted from: Metal, paint
Made in: Zimbabwe
Zimbabwean sculptors weld recycled metal finished with hand-painted details to create this colorful and unique mallard sculpture.
Sold singly. Weathering is to be expected if the sculpture is exposed to elements over time. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions: 4” W x 12.5” L x 9” H
Crafted from: Recycled metal, paint
Made in: Zimbabwe
About the Artisans:
Zimbabwean artisan Caphias uses recycled materials and discarded oil drums to create stunning works of art that features one-of-a-kind detailing.
Zimbabwean sculptors weld recycled metal finished with hand-painted details to create this colorful and unique mallard sculpture.
Sold singly. Weathering is to be expected if the sculpture is exposed to elements over time. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions: 4” W x 12.5” L x 9” H
Crafted from: Recycled metal, paint
Made in: Zimbabwe
About the Artisans:
Zimbabwean artisan Caphias uses recycled materials and discarded oil drums to create stunning works of art that features one-of-a-kind detailing.
Kenyan metal artist, Francis uses recycled scrap metal to bring to life these whimsical frog sculptures. This frolicking amphibian will bring joy to your space with her swinging dance moves.
Sold singly. Weathering is to be expected if the sculpture is exposed to elements over time. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions: 4.5"L x 8"W x 8"H
Crafted from: Recycled metal
Made in: Kenya
Kenyan metal artist, Francis uses recycled scrap metal to bring to life these musical frog sculptures. This hoppin' banjo player is ready to win you over with a strumming serenade.
Sold singly. Weathering is to be expected if the sculpture is exposed to elements over time. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions: 3.5"L x 8"W x 8"H
Crafted from: Recycled metal
Made in: Kenya
Kenyan metal artist, Francis uses recycled scrap metal to bring to life these musical frog sculptures. This hoppin' band member is ready blow you away with a sweet horn solo.
Sold singly. Weathering is to be expected if the sculpture is exposed to elements over time. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions: 4.5"L x 5.5"W x 8"H
Crafted from: Recycled metal
Made in: Kenya
Kenyan metal artist, Francis uses recycled scrap metal to bring to life these frog fisherman sculptures. With the catch of the day proudly displayed over its shoulder, this sculpture makes a great gift for any frog lover or fishing enthusiast.
Sold singly. Weathering is to be expected if the sculpture is exposed to elements over time. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions: 4"L x 4.5"W x 8"H
Crafted from: Recycled metal
Made in: Kenya
Zimbabwean sculptors weld recycled metal to create this playful blue salamander sculpture. Each sculpture is finished with varnish to protect against the elements.
Sold singly. Weathering is to be expected if the sculpture is exposed to elements over time. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions:
Crafted from: Recycled metal, paint
Made in: Zimbabwe
Zimbabwean sculptors weld recycled metal to create this playful red salamander sculpture. Each sculpture is finished with varnish to protect against the elements.
Sold singly. Weathering is to be expected if the sculpture is exposed to elements over time. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions:
Crafted from: Recycled metal, paint
Made in: Zimbabwe
Zimbabwean sculptors weld recycled metal to create this playful green salamander sculpture. Each sculpture is finished with varnish to protect against the elements.
Sold singly. Weathering is to be expected if the sculpture is exposed to elements over time. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions:
Crafted from: Recycled metal, paint
Made in: Zimbabwe
Zimbabwean sculptors weld recycled metal to create this playful green frog sculpture. Each sculpture is finished with varnish to protect against the elements.
Sold singly. Weathering is to be expected if the sculpture is exposed to elements over time. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions: 4” L x 5.5” W x 2.75” H
Crafted from: Recycled metal, paint
Made in: Zimbabwe
Zimbabwean sculptors weld recycled metal to create this playful green frog sculpture. Each sculpture is finished with varnish to protect against the elements.
Sold singly. Weathering is to be expected if the sculpture is exposed to elements over time. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.
Dimensions: 4” L x 5.5” W x 2.75” H
Crafted from: Recycled metal, paint
Made in: Zimbabwe
Zimbabwean sculptors create a unique textural element for the garden in this vibrant red poppy garden stake. Crafted from discarded metal and paint, each can be easily pressed into the garden among bushes or blooms.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly. Please note that weathering should be expected if the sculpture is exposed to the elements over a long period of time.
Dimensions: 3.5” diameter of flower x 25” total height
Crafted from: Recycled metal, paint
Made in: Zimbabwe
Zimbabwean sculptors create a unique textural element for the garden in this lovely white poppy garden stake. Crafted from discarded metal and paint, each can be easily pressed into the garden among bushes or blooms.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly. Please note that weathering should be expected if the sculpture is exposed to the elements over a long period of time.
Dimensions: 3.5” diameter of flower x 25” total height
Crafted from: Recycled metal, paint
Made in: Zimbabwe
African Tea
Savor the organic goodness coming from small African farms by adding fair trade African teas to your pantry. Choose gift-ready tins or recyclable refill pouches!
JusTea® Trios bring together three delicious flavors of Kenyan Early Grey tea in one gorgeous gift set! This Tea Trio contains three interlocking tins filled with JusTea's award-winning Earl Grey, Cream Earl Grey, and Lavender Earl Grey loose-leaf teas.
Each trio tin includes a hand-carved wild olive wood spoon, information about the small-scale tea production in Kenya, and steeping instructions for each flavor. 110g total.
Steeping Instructions: 1 teaspoon of tea per cup of boiled water for 3 mins. See tin for details.
JusTea is dedicated to maintaining the whole tea leaf rather than the normal maceration which destroys much of the leaf’s natural complexities and depth. This allows the tea to be steeped multiple times, retaining the full flavor profile that whole leaf tea offers.
See all teas in our African Coffee & Tea Collection.
The Bain family from Canada partnered with the Katah family and the Nandi Hills community in Kenya to establish JusTea®, Kenya’s first-ever, small-scale farmer-owned Artisanal Tea Factory. Fully staffed, managed, and owned by small-scale Kenyan tea farmers, JustTea was granted one of the first tea processing licenses to produce these artisanal, direct-from-farm teas by The Tea Board of Kenya. The tea farm is nestled in the rolling green Nandi Hills where its volcanic soil naturally produces some of the world’s most flavourful tea. This small specialty factory processes a rainbow of teas: Purple, Green, Oolong and Black artisanal teas.
JusTea® Trios bring together three delicious flavors of Kenyan tea in one gorgeous gift set! The Assorted Tea Trio contains three interlocking tins filled with JusTea's award-winning Golden Green, Turmeric Ginger and Cream Earl Grey loose-leaf teas.
Each trio tin includes a hand-carved wild olive wood spoon, information about the small-scale tea production in Kenya, and steeping instructions for each flavor. 110g total.
Steeping Instructions: 1 teaspoon of tea per cup of 205°F water for 3 mins.
JusTea is dedicated to maintaining the whole tea leaf rather than the normal maceration which destroys much of the leaf’s natural complexities and depth. This allows the tea to be steeped multiple times, retaining the full flavor profile that whole leaf tea offers.
See all teas in our African Coffee & Tea Collection.
The Bain family from Canada partnered with the Katah family and the Nandi Hills community in Kenya to establish JusTea®, Kenya’s first-ever, small-scale farmer-owned Artisanal Tea Factory. Fully staffed, managed, and owned by small-scale Kenyan tea farmers, JustTea was granted one of the first tea processing licenses to produce these artisanal, direct-from-farm teas by The Tea Board of Kenya. The tea farm is nestled in the rolling green Nandi Hills where its volcanic soil naturally produces some of the world’s most flavourful tea. This small specialty factory processes a rainbow of teas: Purple, Green, Oolong and Black artisanal teas.
JusTea Trios bring together three delicious flavors of Kenyan tea in one gorgeous gift set! The Holiday Tea Collection includes Holiday Spice (cinnamon & citrus), Winter Wonderland (hibiscus & berries), and Starry Night (lavender & licorice). Each trio tin includes a hand-carved wild olive wood spoon, information about the small-scale tea production in Kenya, and steeping instructions for each flavor.
Sold as a single trio tin.
Dimensions: 97g total
Made in: Kenya
JusTea is dedicated to maintaining the whole tea leaf rather than the normal maceration which destroys much of the leaf’s natural complexities and depth. This allows the tea to be steeped multiple times, retaining the full flavor profile that whole leaf tea offers.
See all teas in our African Coffee & Tea Collection.
The Bain family from Canada partnered with the Katah family and the Nandi Hills community in Kenya to establish JusTea®, Kenya’s first-ever, small-scale farmer-owned Artisanal Tea Factory. Fully staffed, managed, and owned by small-scale Kenyan tea farmers, JustTea was granted one of the first tea processing licenses to produce these artisanal, direct-from-farm teas by The Tea Board of Kenya. The tea farm is nestled in the rolling green Nandi Hills where its volcanic soil naturally produces some of the world’s most flavourful tea. This small specialty factory processes a rainbow of teas: Purple, Green, Oolong and Black artisanal teas.
JusTea® Trios bring together three delicious flavors of Kenyan tea in one gorgeous gift set! The Black Tea Trio contains three interlocking tins filled with JusTea's exquisite African Chai, Kenyan Earl Grey, and Mt. Kenya Black loose-leaf teas.
Each trio tin includes a hand-carved wild olive wood spoon, information about the small-scale tea production in Kenya, and steeping instructions for each flavor. Unit Size: Each trio contains about 45 cups of loose leaf tea (15 cups per flavor). Avg. 90g
Steeping Instructions: 1 teaspoon of tea per cup of 205°F water for 3 mins.
JusTea is dedicated to maintaining the whole tea leaf rather than the normal maceration which destroys much of the leaf’s natural complexities and depth. This allows the tea to be steeped multiple times, retaining the full flavor profile that whole leaf tea offers.
See all teas in our African Coffee & Tea Collection.
The Bain family from Canada partnered with the Katah family and the Nandi Hills community in Kenya to establish JusTea®, Kenya’s first-ever, small-scale farmer-owned Artisanal Tea Factory. Fully staffed, managed, and owned by small-scale Kenyan tea farmers, JustTea was granted one of the first tea processing licenses to produce these artisanal, direct-from-farm teas by The Tea Board of Kenya. The tea farm is nestled in the rolling green Nandi Hills where its volcanic soil naturally produces some of the world’s most flavourful tea. This small specialty factory processes a rainbow of teas: Purple, Green, Oolong and Black artisanal teas.
JusTea® Trios bring together three delicious flavors of Kenyan tea in one gorgeous gift set! The Herbal Tea Trio contains three interlocking tins filled with JusTea's carefully crafted Chamomile Dream, Little Berry Hibiscus, and Peppermint Detox loose-leaf teas.
Each trio tin includes a hand-carved wild olive wood spoon, information about the small-scale tea production in Kenya, and steeping instructions for each flavor. Unit Size: Each trio contains about 45 cups of loose leaf tea (15 cups per flavor). Avg. 90g
Steeping Instructions: 1 teaspoon of tea per cup of 205°F water for 3 mins.
JusTea is dedicated to maintaining the whole tea leaf rather than the normal maceration which destroys much of the leaf’s natural complexities and depth. This allows the tea to be steeped multiple times, retaining the full flavor profile that whole leaf tea offers.
See all teas in our African Coffee & Tea Collection.
The Bain family from Canada partnered with the Katah family and the Nandi Hills community in Kenya to establish JusTea®, Kenya’s first-ever, small-scale farmer-owned Artisanal Tea Factory. Fully staffed, managed, and owned by small-scale Kenyan tea farmers, JustTea was granted one of the first tea processing licenses to produce these artisanal, direct-from-farm teas by The Tea Board of Kenya. The tea farm is nestled in the rolling green Nandi Hills where its volcanic soil naturally produces some of the world’s most flavourful tea. This small specialty factory processes a rainbow of teas: Purple, Green, Oolong and Black artisanal teas.
A sip of this rich, fresh, and smooth whole leaf black tea transports you to the lush, jade tea gardens at the foot of Mt Kenya. Grown on small Kenyan farms where no pesticides are ever sprayed on the tea leaves, Mt. Kenya Black Tea carries strong and malty tasting notes hinting of cocoa beans and dried fruit and is highly caffeinated. Sweet and complex on its own but equally superb with a splash of milk and sugar, Mt. Kenya Black is also delicious as an iced tea!
JusTea is dedicated to maintaining the whole tea leaf rather than the normal maceration which destroys much of the leaf’s natural complexities and depth. This allows the tea to be steeped multiple times, retaining the full flavor profile that whole leaf tea offers.
Each 90g tin includes a hand-carved wooden spoon and makes about 40 cups or when re-steeping, 80 cups. A recyclable refill pouch is now also available. Steeping Instructions: 1 teaspoon of tea per cup of 205°F water for 3 mins.
See all teas in our African Coffee & Tea Collection.
The Bain family from Canada partnered with the Katah family and the Nandi Hills community in Kenya to establish JusTea®, Kenya’s first-ever, small-scale farmer-owned Artisanal Tea Factory. Fully staffed, managed, and owned by small-scale Kenyan tea farmers, JustTea was granted one of the first tea processing licenses to produce these artisanal, direct-from-farm teas by The Tea Board of Kenya. The tea farm is nestled in the rolling green Nandi Hills where its volcanic soil naturally produces some of the world’s most flavourful tea. This small specialty factory processes a rainbow of teas: Purple, Green, Oolong and Black artisanal teas.
Although we have adopted the term here in the west to mean spiced tea, ‘Chai’ actually just means ‘tea.’ JusTea® African Chai is spiced with a unique bouquet of cloves, cinnamon, fennel and rose petals. Sweet and spicy with notes of licorice root and cloves, medium-caffeine African chai is totally different from a spicy Indian Masala Chai and has been known to make chai devotees rethink how they drink their chai! Also delicious as an iced tea!
JusTea is dedicated to maintaining the whole tea leaf rather than the normal maceration which destroys much of the leaf’s natural complexities and depth. This allows the tea to be steeped multiple times, retaining the full flavor profile that whole leaf tea offers.
Each 115g tin includes a hand-carved wooden spoon and makes about 40 cups or when re-steeping, 80 cups. A recyclable refill pouch is now also available. Steeping Instructions: 1 teaspoon of tea per cup of 205°F water for 3-5 mins.
See all teas in our African Coffee & Tea Collection.
The Bain family from Canada partnered with the Katah family and the Nandi Hills community in Kenya to establish JusTea®, Kenya’s first-ever, small-scale farmer-owned Artisanal Tea Factory. Fully staffed, managed, and owned by small-scale Kenyan tea farmers, JustTea was granted one of the first tea processing licenses to produce these artisanal, direct-from-farm teas by The Tea Board of Kenya. The tea farm is nestled in the rolling green Nandi Hills where its volcanic soil naturally produces some of the world’s most flavourful tea. This small specialty factory processes a rainbow of teas: Purple, Green, Oolong and Black artisanal teas.
The ladies of the Women’s Herbal Tea Co-op drink delightful hibiscus tea all day long. JusTea® has added their hand-picked, organic hibiscus to their caffeine-free herbal blend so you can sip and enjoy the same tea as the Kenyan women do! Little Berry Hibiscus is a beautiful burst of color: pink hibiscus petals, purple berries, green lemongrass and red rooibos, with vibrant, tart notes of hibiscus and sweet berries. It is also delicious over ice. Your tea purchase directly benefits the Women’s Co-op.
JusTea is dedicated to maintaining the whole tea leaf rather than the normal maceration which destroys much of the leaf’s natural complexities and depth. This allows the tea to be steeped multiple times, retaining the full flavor profile that whole leaf tea offers.
Each 115g tin includes a hand-carved wooden spoon and makes about 40 cups or when re-steeping, 80 cups. A recyclable refill pouch is now also available. Steeping Instructions: 1 teaspoon of tea per cup of 205°F water for 4-5 mins.
See all teas in our African Coffee & Tea Collection.
The Bain family from Canada partnered with the Katah family and the Nandi Hills community in Kenya to establish JusTea®, Kenya’s first-ever, small-scale farmer-owned Artisanal Tea Factory. Fully staffed, managed, and owned by small-scale Kenyan tea farmers, JustTea was granted one of the first tea processing licenses to produce these artisanal, direct-from-farm teas by The Tea Board of Kenya. The tea farm is nestled in the rolling green Nandi Hills where its volcanic soil naturally produces some of the world’s most flavourful tea. This small specialty factory processes a rainbow of teas: Purple, Green, Oolong and Black artisanal teas.
Senegalese Hamper Baskets
Our best-selling hamper baskets from Senegal hide the laundry in style—or provide artful storage for blankets and pillows.
SHOP NOWWolof women in the West African nation of Senegal hand-weave baskets in the traditional coil weaving method, using natural grass. Interweaving colorful strips of plastic, salvaged from a mat factory in Dakar, the weavers brighten up the baskets and create designs.
Cattails grow abundantly in rural Senegal, making this natural grass a sustainable choice. The Wolof women earn a sustainable income from basket weaving, while enriching homes around the world with modern African craftsmanship.
This hamper basket features inset handles and a flat lid.
Dimensions: 17"L x 17"W x 19"H
Crafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
Due to the handmade nature of this item, some variation is expected. Read our Statement on Handmade Variation to learn more. Fair trade.
Bringing style to storage, this sunny cream and yellow handmade basket is woven in rural Senegal using natural grasses and thin strips of plastic from the local prayer mat factory. It features a flat lid with cutout handles. Beautifully handwoven, these lidded baskets are a fun and different way to store everything from toys to craft supplies, linens to laundry.
Dimensions: 14"L x 14"W x 19"H
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
Due to the handmade nature of this item, some variation is expected. Read our Statement on Handmade Variation to learn more. Fair trade.
Woven by Wolof craftswomen, these African hampers feature a dotted pattern crafted using plastic strips recycled from prayer mat factories. Designed with durability in mind, each basket features a flat lid and cutout handles.
Dimensions: 14"L x 14"W x 19"H
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
Due to the handmade nature of this item, some variation is expected. Read our Statement on Handmade Variation to learn more. Fair trade.
Get 3 favorite basket styles in 1 coordinating set: the iconic flat-lid hamper, an open top bin, and a small round storage basket, all in shades of purple and lavender.
Each basket is fair trade and carefully handmade by a talented Wolof woman in rural Senegal.
Each hamper features a fitted lid and inset woven handles. The baskets are constructed of two materials, both eco-friendly: sustainable grass stalks and discarded strips of plastic leftover from prayer mat factories, local to Senegalese weavers.
Sold as a set of three baskets. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Hamper Basket: 19"H x 15"W x 15"D
Bin Basket:13" H x 12"W x 12"D
Round Storage Basket: 6"H x 12"W x 12"D
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
Due to the handcrafted nature of this item, some variation is expected. [Click to read our Statement on Handmade Variation]
Get 3 favorite basket styles in 1 coordinating set: the iconic flat-lid hamper, an open top bin, and a small round storage basket, woven in white, light green and darker green.
Each basket is fair trade and carefully handmade by a talented Wolof woman in rural Senegal.
Each hamper features a fitted lid and inset woven handles. The baskets are constructed of two materials, both eco-friendly: sustainable grass stalks and discarded strips of plastic leftover from prayer mat factories, local to Senegalese weavers.
Sold as a set of three baskets. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Hamper Basket: 19"H x 15"W x 15"D
Bin Basket:13" H x 12"W x 12"D
Round Storage Basket: 6"H x 12"W x 12"D
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
Due to the handcrafted nature of this item, some variation is expected. [Click to read our Statement on Handmade Variation]
This set of handcrafted baskets features three of our favorite styles (the iconic Peace Corps hamper, open top bin, and small round storage basket) in contrasting black and white.
Each basket is carefully handmade by a talented Wolof woman in rural Senegal.
Sold as a set of three baskets. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Large: 19"H x 15"W x 15"D
Med: 13" H x 12"W x 12"D
Small: 6"H x 12"W x 12"D
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
Due to the handcrafted nature of this item, some variation is expected. [Click to read our Statement on Handmade Variation]
Get 3 favorite basket styles in 1 matching set: the iconic Senegalese hamper, an open top bin, and a lidded warming basket. Each basket features a classic stair-step pattern, woven in white, 2 shades of green, and pale lavender.
Each basket is fair trade and carefully handmade by a talented Wolof woman in rural Senegal.
Each hamper features a point, fitted lid and braided plastic handles. The baskets are constructed of two materials, both eco-friendly: sustainable grass stalks and discarded strips of plastic leftover from prayer mat factories, local to Senegalese weavers.
Sold as a set of three baskets. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Hamper: 30"T x 16"W x 16"D (21"T without lid)
Warming Basket: 12.5"T x 12"W x 12"D
Bin Basket: 14"T x 12.5"W x 12.5"D
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
Due to the handcrafted nature of this item, some variation is expected. [Click to read our Statement on Handmade Variation]
Get 3 favorite basket styles in 1 matching set: the iconic Senegalese hamper, an open top bin, and a lidded warming basket. Each basket features a classic stair-step pattern, woven in cream and silver.
Each basket is fair trade and carefully handmade by a talented Wolof woman in rural Senegal.
Each hamper features a point, fitted lid and braided plastic handles. The baskets are constructed of two materials, both eco-friendly: sustainable grass stalks and discarded strips of plastic leftover from prayer mat factories, local to Senegalese weavers.
Sold as a set of three baskets. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Hamper: 30"T x 16"W x 16"D (21"T without lid)
Warming Basket: 12.5"T x 12"W x 12"D
Bin Basket: 14"T x 12.5"W x 12.5"D
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
Due to the handcrafted nature of this item, some variation is expected. [Click to read our Statement on Handmade Variation]
Add storage with classic style in any room of your home with this set of tall, white hamper baskets with a slightly tapered silhouette. The set features two nesting sizes, woven from sustainable natural grasses and white plastic strips repurposed from a prayer mat factory in Dakar, Senegal. These fair trade baskets are made by Wolof women in remote Senegal, who earn a sustainable income through weaving.
Sold as a set of two. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Large: 19"L x 19"W x 22"H
Small: 15"L x 15"W x 17"H
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
Due to the handmade nature of this item, some variation is expected in size and shape. Read our Statement on Handmade Variation to learn more. Fair trade.
Handwoven in the West African nation of Senegal, this set of colorful storage containers brings incredible artisan craftsmanship into your living space, along with an ocean beach feel. The lidded tops on these handwoven baskets keep clutter out of sight and out of mind – but don't let that stop you from keeping the baskets open to display your towels or keep other essentials within easy reach.
Originally created with an association of more than 100 rural Wolof women and the Peace Corps in an effort to improve quality of life in Senegal, the baskets are tightly woven and will last for years to come with little to no maintenance.
Dimensions:
Small: 14"L x 14"W x 7"H
Large: 18.5"L x 18.5"W x 10"H
Due to the handmade nature of this item, some variation is expected. Read our Statement on Handmade Variation to learn more. Fair trade.
African Wall Baskets
Our fair trade wall baskets are handcrafted by artisans from Rwanda, South Africa, Uganda, Zambia, & Zimbabwe. Mix and match styles to create a unique wall display!
Bring natural tones and handwoven texture to your home decor with a one of a kind, fair trade basket. This shallow basket can be displayed with a plate stand, or add a loop of fishing line for an easy way to hang it on the wall.
Each basket is unique, featuring the natural tone of the roots with designs woven in black and natural rust colors. This basket is one of a kind; that means you will receive the exact basket shown in the photo.
Measures approximately 17"diameter x 2" depth.
Made in: Zambia
Backstory:
In rural Zambia near Victoria Falls, each Toka woman traditionally receives a basket on the occasion of her wedding. Thus, the name "Wedding Basket" is given to this style of basket. Meticulously harvesting the tough roots of the Makenge bush, boiling until soft, coloring the roots with natural plant dyes—many steps must occur before weaving begins. Only highly skilled Toka craftswomen are able to weave these baskets. Each weaver adds one-of-a-kind patterns conveying messages of beauty, marriage and family.
This one of a kind, fair trade African basket will bring natural tones and handwoven texture to your home decor. The shallow basket can either be displayed with a plate stand, or add a loop of fishing line for an easy way to hang it on the wall.
Each basket is unique, featuring the natural tone of the roots accented with designs woven in black and natural rust colors.
This basket is one of a kind; that means you will receive the exact basket shown in the photo.
Measures approximately 17"diameter x 2" depth.
Made in: Zambia
Backstory:
In rural Zambia near Victoria Falls, each Toka woman traditionally receives a basket on the occasion of her wedding. Thus, the name "Wedding Basket" is given to this style of basket. Meticulously harvesting the tough roots of the Makenge bush, boiling until soft, coloring the roots with natural plant dyes—many steps must occur before weaving begins. Only the highly skilled Toka craftswomen are able to weave these baskets. Each weaver adds one-of-a-kind patterns conveying messages of beauty, marriage and family.
These sisal wall baskets are handcrafted in Zimbabwe. Beautiful displayed on a wall or tabletop, the sisal fibers create a unique texture. Each basket is a work of art, handwoven over many hours.
This set of baskets is one of a kind. Sold as a set of 2. You will receive the baskets shown in the photo.
Measurements:
Basket 1: 13" wide by 3" deep.
Basket 2: 11.5" wide by 2.5" deep.
About the Artisans:
These baskets are sourced from the Collaborative Craft Project, a group in Zimbabwe working with local expert weavers and specializing in natural and sustainable materials. Sisal fibers are extracted from the agave sisalana plant and are hand-dyed to create beautiful colors. The dyes are all natural and sourced from trees native to Zimbabwe. Leaves from the Umdwada tree create black dye, Uchane leaves create yellow, Isinga roots and Umhlahlampethu leaves create brown, and other organic matter creates additional earth tones.
These sisal wall baskets are handcrafted in Zimbabwe. Beautiful displayed on a wall or tabletop, the sisal fibers create a unique texture. Each basket is a work of art, handwoven over many hours.
This set of baskets is one of a kind. Sold as a set of 2. You will receive the baskets shown in the photo.
Measurements:
Basket 1: 11.5" wide by 2.5" deep.
Basket 2: 11" wide by 2.5" deep.
About the Artisans:
These baskets are sourced from the Collaborative Craft Project, a group in Zimbabwe working with local expert weavers and specializing in natural and sustainable materials. Sisal fibers are extracted from the agave sisalana plant and are hand-dyed to create beautiful colors. The dyes are all natural and sourced from trees native to Zimbabwe. Leaves from the Umdwada tree create black dye, Uchane leaves create yellow, Isinga roots and Umhlahlampethu leaves create brown, and other organic matter creates additional earth tones.
These sisal wall baskets are handcrafted in Zimbabwe. Beautiful displayed on a wall or tabletop, the sisal fibers create a unique texture. Each basket is a work of art, handwoven over many hours.
This set of baskets is one of a kind. Sold as a set of 2. You will receive the baskets shown in the photo.
Measurements:
Basket 1: 13" wide by 2.5" deep.
Basket 2: 10" wide by 1.5" deep.
About the Artisans:
These baskets are sourced from the Collaborative Craft Project, a group in Zimbabwe working with local expert weavers and specializing in natural and sustainable materials. Sisal fibers are extracted from the agave sisalana plant and are hand-dyed to create beautiful colors. The dyes are all natural and sourced from trees native to Zimbabwe. Leaves from the Umdwada tree create black dye, Uchane leaves create yellow, Isinga roots and Umhlahlampethu leaves create brown, and other organic matter creates additional earth tones.
These sisal wall baskets are handcrafted in Zimbabwe. Beautiful displayed on a wall or tabletop, the sisal fibers create a unique texture. Each basket is a work of art, handwoven over many hours.
This set of baskets is one of a kind. Sold as a set of 2. You will receive the baskets shown in the photo.
Measurements:
Basket 1: 12.5" wide by 3" deep.
Basket 2: 9.5" wide by 2" deep.
About the Artisans:
These baskets are sourced from the Collaborative Craft Project, a group in Zimbabwe working with local expert weavers and specializing in natural and sustainable materials. Sisal fibers are extracted from the agave sisalana plant and are hand-dyed to create beautiful colors. The dyes are all natural and sourced from trees native to Zimbabwe. Leaves from the Umdwada tree create black dye, Uchane leaves create yellow, Isinga roots and Umhlahlampethu leaves create brown, and other organic matter creates additional earth tones.
Handwoven in the Binga District of northern Zimbabwe, these beautiful baskets are crafted from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. Each basket showcases a subtle woven design, and is beautiful on a tabletop or adorning a wall.
Dimensions: 16-17"L x 16-17"W x 1.5-2"H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs
Made in: Zimbabwe
Create your own wall display with these beautiful baskets—use code BINGA at checkout for 15% off when you buy 3 or more Binga baskets from our Zimbabwe Binga Baskets collection.
About the Artisans:
![Binga basket artisan image, shows hands expertly weaving palm leaves and twigs.](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0251/2462/files/BingaBasketArtisanImage_480x480.jpg?v=1604359899)
In the Binga District of northern Zimbabwe, skilled BaTonga women craft iconic baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. The BaTonga people once farmed fertile land that was flooded by the damming of Lake Kariba, so weavers displaced across the lake demonstrate similar yet clearly distinctive styles.
Handwoven in the Binga District of northern Zimbabwe, these beautiful baskets are crafted from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. Each basket showcases a subtle woven design, and is beautiful on a tabletop or adorning a wall.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each basket will vary.
Dimensions: 12-13"L x 12-13"W x 1.5-2"H
Crafted from: Palm leaves, twigs
Made in: Zimbabwe
Create your own wall display with these beautiful baskets—use code BINGA at checkout for 15% off when you buy 3 or more Binga baskets from our Zimbabwe Binga Baskets collection.
About the Artisans:
![Binga basket artisan image, shows hands expertly weaving palm leaves and twigs.](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0251/2462/files/BingaBasketArtisanImage_480x480.jpg?v=1604359899)
In the Binga District of northern Zimbabwe, skilled BaTonga women craft iconic baskets from locally harvested palm leaves and wild twigs. The BaTonga people once farmed fertile land that was flooded by the damming of Lake Kariba, so weavers displaced across the lake demonstrate similar yet clearly distinctive styles.
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Heather F.
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Roger W.
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Sally M.
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Holly V.
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Joan G.