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$58.00
These three little nesting storage baskets, handcrafted in Kenya from the natural fiber of the agave sisalana plant, are dressed up with colorful beads and can be used to store small items throughout the home.
Sizes: [Small] 3"D x 2"T [Medium] 4"D x 4"T [Large] 5"D x 5"T. Due to the handcrafted nature of this item, some variation may occur.
About the Artisans:
In the rural Kenyan countryside around the city of Kitui, women specialize in weaving the tough fibers of the agave sisalana plant. Sisal's spiky leaf clusters erupt from a dry landscape and often requires long journeys to gather. Once woven, these baskets are sold to local and international markets. Singing, dancing, and chatting make weaving for export an enjoyable social event!
$48.00
Talented Kenyan carvers whittle this stately trumpeting elephant sculpture from jacaranda wood, finished with burned contours and cow bone tusks. Because these sculptures are fully handmade, each elephant exhibits its own characteristics.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 12"L x 5"W x 10"H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood
Made in: Kenya
About the Artisans:
We work with an amazing co-op in Kenya, the Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative, a group of woodcarvers of all ages who work in an open-air workshop in Nairobi. This environmentally-responsible group takes care to legally procure all types of African wood used in their products, and they are skilled at using all parts of the tree in their artwork.
$48.00
Talented Kenyan carvers carve this beautiful lion sculpture from jacaranda wood, finished with burned contours. Because these sculptures are fully handmade, each lion exhibits its own characteristics.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 11"L x 4"W x 6"H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood
Made in: Kenya
About the Artisans:
We work with an amazing co-op in Kenya, the Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative, a group of woodcarvers of all ages who work in an open-air workshop in Nairobi. This environmentally-responsible group takes care to legally procure all types of African wood used in their products, and they are skilled at using all parts of the tree in their artwork.
$48.00
Talented Kenyan carvers carve this substantial hippo sculpture from jacaranda wood, finished with burned contours. Because these sculptures are fully handmade, each hippo exhibits its own characteristics.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 10"L x 5"W x 5.5"H
Crafted from: Jacaranda wood
Made in: Kenya
About the Artisans:
We work with an amazing co-op in Kenya, the Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative, a group of woodcarvers of all ages who work in an open-air workshop in Nairobi. This environmentally-responsible group takes care to legally procure all types of African wood used in their products, and they are skilled at using all parts of the tree in their artwork.
$48.00
Using locally harvested cattail stalks and strips of plastic also used to make prayer mats, a network of rural Wolof women in nine Senegalese villages makes these beautiful and durable baskets.
This tabletop-style small basket is ideal for packing a present, holding baked goods as a housewarming gift, or stashing the remotes.
Perfect for simple storage around the home, each basket includes a fitted lid and measures 12"D x 14"T. To clean, wipe with a damp cloth as needed.
$38.00
Talented basket weavers in Ghana's northern region weave this beautiful accessory from thick, tough elephant grass. Featuring a soft leather braided strap that secures the sliding lid, this purse is sure to become a staple accessory.
Due to the handmade nature of this item, size and shape may vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Basket: 7"L x 7"W x 7"H
Handle: 22" drop
Crafted from: Elephant grass, leather
Made in: Ghana
$34.00
We had kitchen utensils in mind for this basket, but the simple shape and neutral color unite make it useful in any room of the home! Artisans in Senegal handweave these baskets from dried cattail stalks and strips of salvaged plastic from prayer mats.
Measures approximately 8"D x 10"T; due to the handwoven nature of this basket, some variation is expected. Fair trade.
$68.00
This stunning Bolga basket with a deep-blue ink and natural geometric pattern is tightly handwoven by talented weavers in Bolgatanga, Ghana, turning stiff stalks of elephant grass into works of functional art.
A popular choice for eco-conscious shopping, these indispensable market baskets stand the test of time, even with daily use. The baskets can also be rinsed with cool water and re-shaped, as needed.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 15"L x 15"W x 15"H
Crafted from: Elephant grass, dye, leather
Made in: Ghana
$38.00
Kenyan wood carvers create unique coasters by carving discs of beautifully grained wild olive wood. Sold a set of four, each of these all-natural decorative accessories are completely unique. Coasters should be wiped down with oil occasionally to keep the wood conditioned.
Sold as a set of four coasters. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 4"L x 4"W x 0.25"H
Crafted from: Wild olive wood
Made in: Kenya
About the Artisans:
We work with representatives of Kamba artists in Kenya to obtain these hand-carved works of beauty derived from the olive wood tree. The artisans benefit greatly from the sale of their works, with marked improvements being seen for the individual, their families, the community.
$72.00
In Zimbabwe, an artist named Simon transforms recycled scrap metal into pastoral farm chicken garden art sculptures.
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: 17"L x 12"W x 13"H
Crafted from: Recycled metal, paint
Made in: Zimbabwe
About the Artisans:
Artisans at the Tonderai Metal Works in Zimbabwe use recycled materials and discarded oil drums to create stunning works of art and feature one-of-a-kind detailing.
$20.00
These unique spice bowls are hand-carved by Kamba people living in the bush of Eastern Kenya. The bowls are carved from the African olive wood tree, with special care being taken to retain interesting areas of the wood's grain and natural curvature.
Natural bone inlay adds a touch of Kenyan style. Two matching spoons are included.
To care for this lovely natural serving piece, hand wash in warm water, dry and rub lightly with a coat of olive or food safe mineral oil.
Dimensions: 4"L x 2"W x 1.5"H
Crafted from: Wild olive wood
Made in: Kenya
About the Artisans:
We work with representatives of Kamba artists in Kenya to obtain these hand-carved works of beauty derived from the olive wood tree. The artisans benefit greatly from the sale of their works, with marked improvements being seen for the individual, their families, the community.