$28.00
These useful rare baskets are woven by Samburu and Rendille women in remote northern Kenya. Called "nomadic baskets," the baskets are styled for the modern home but based on traditional designs used for the storage of camel's milk.
Nomadic baskets are sold in three useful nesting sizes and are adorned with white beads. Because these baskets are handcrafted, each will vary slightly.
Each basket is tightly knit and is designed to last a lifetime. [L] 7"D x 5"T [M] 5.5"D x 4"T [S] 4.5"D x 4"T.
About the Artisans:
For the pastoral communities of northern Kenya, life pivots on the coming of rain and the survival of livestock. When the skies open, the landscape becomes lush and fragrant. Cattle and goats drink and forage near home and families stay together. In times of drought, warriors must travel far to find water for their herds, leaving women and children at home alone to endure dry seasons of unknown length as the streams, earth and trees dry around them.
Where they were once only allowed to own milk, Samburu women now own camels, plus they earn income by making baskets, processing meat and hides, keeping bees and refining honey. Through this shift in property control and a general increase in literacy in the region, Samburu women have become valued contributing community members.
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$34.00
These rare baskets are woven by Samburu and Rendille women in remote northern Kenya. Called "nomadic baskets," the baskets are styled for the modern home but based on traditional designs used for the storage of camel's milk.
Nomadic baskets are sold in three useful nesting sizes and are adorned with white beads. Because these baskets are handcrafted, each will vary slightly.
Each basket is tightly knit and is designed to last a lifetime. Sold individually. Approximate measurements: [L] 7"D x 5"T [M] 5.5"D x 4"T [S] 4.5"D x 4"T.
About the Artisans:
For the pastoral communities of northern Kenya, life pivots on the coming of rain and the survival of livestock. When the skies open, the landscape becomes lush and fragrant. Cattle and goats drink and forage near home and families stay together. In times of drought, warriors must travel far to find water for their herds, leaving women and children at home alone to endure dry seasons of unknown length as the streams, earth and trees dry around them.
Where they were once only allowed to own milk, Samburu women now own camels, plus they earn income by making baskets, processing meat and hides, keeping bees and refining honey. Through this shift in property control and a general increase in literacy in the region, Samburu women have become valued contributing community members.
$42.00
Perfect for small storage, from remotes to small toys to the bathroom countertop, these modern African baskets are woven using natural grasses and thin strips of plastic.
Each basket features strips of color and includes a fitted lid with braided pull handle on top.
Dimensions: 8.5"L x 8.5"W x 8.5"H
Crafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic strips
Made in: Senegal
$125.00
Often used as laundry hampers, these lovely baskets are woven in Senegal using plastic strips and natural grasses. Each basket includes a fitted, flat lid and cut-out handles. Fair trade.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 14"L x 14"W x 19"H
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
$28.00
Use these decorative baskets to bring texture and useful storage to the tabletop or countertop. Each basket is hand-woven in the coil method by Senegalese craftswomen using natural grasses and strips of plastic.
Sold singly, three sizes available. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Small: 12"D
Medium: 13-14"D
Large: 15-16"D
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
$124.00
This large mudcloth blanket is handmade in Mali using locally grown cotton. The cotton is woven into strips of thick canvas, stitched together, and then roll painted with traditional Malian designs.
Measures approximately 46"W x 72"L. Fair trade; due to the handmade nature of this blanket, patterns will vary. Hemmed borders at top and bottom; as typical with authentic mudcloth, the backside is unfinished. For best care, hand wash in cool water and air dry.
About the Artisans:
Mali Chic is a collaboration of 195 artisans that sells its products through a boutique in Bamako and through international exports. Artisans work from home, in their own workshops or on-site at Mali Chic, and child labor is never used. Mali Chic provides artisans with 50% advances on all orders and pay a fair price for their products.
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$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
These versatile baskets are handwoven in rural Senegal using local grasses and salvaged strips of plastic. The baskets are beautifully crafted, durable, and sturdy.
Their simple shape makes them a great catch-all for knitting supplies or any item in your home. Fair trade. Measures approx. 18"L x 10"W x 11"T.
$38.00
This traditionally shaped basket is woven in rural Senegal using local grasses and thin strips of white plastic. The baskets are sturdy and durable, and can be wiped clean with a damp cloth as needed.
Perfect for simple storage around the home, each basket includes a fitted lid and measures approximately 13"H x 9"D.
$52.00
Featured on the cover of HGTV, these these open baskets are woven by Wolof women in rural Senegal using natural grasses and thin strips of plastic.
Sturdy and durable, the baskets are often used as waste baskets or for simple storage.
Approximate Dimensions: 12"L x 12"W x 13"H
Crafted from: Typha (cattail) stalks, plastic
Made in: Senegal
$14.50
These sweet rabbit sculptures are hand-carved from beautiful soapstone in Kenya.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 2.75"T x 4"L x 2.25"W
Crafted from: Soapstone, dye
Made in: Kenya
About the Artisans:
Soapstone is mined in Kisii county in southwestern Kenya. We work with three different artisan groups in and around Nairobi who carve, polish and paint the stone to create beautiful pieces.
$42.00
This simple white sisal fruit basket is dressed up with black stripes and short handles. The square bottom gives this useful basket a modern profile.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 10"L x 10"W x 9"H
Crafted from: Sisal fiber, dye
Made in: Kenya
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 womens' totes are sold to local and international markets. Singing, dancing, and chatting make weaving for export an enjoyable social event!
$68.00
These versatile baskets are handwoven in rural Senegal using local grasses and upcycled strips of plastic. The baskets are beautifully crafted, durable, and sturdy.
The simple, open shape makes this basket a great catch-all for knitting supplies, toys, or other items in your home. Fair trade.
Sold singly. Matching baskets are also available. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 18"L x 10"W x 11"H
Crafted from: Plastic strips, cattail stalks
Made in: Senegal
$48.00
This basket is woven in Senegal using natural grasses and thin strips of plastic. The basket's domed lid allows for an impressive amount of storage.
Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions: 12"L x 12"W x 14"H
Crafted from: Cattail stalks, plastic strips
Made in: Senegal
$38.00
Kenyan artisans hand carve richly-grained wild olive wood to create salad servers with beautiful natural patterning and coloration. Simple white cow bone handles add the finishing touch to each server.
To care for this all natural serving utensil, hand wash the spoon in warm water, dry and rub lightly with oil.
Sold as a set of two servers. Because this is a handcrafted item, each may vary slightly.
Dimensions: 11"L x 4"W
Crafted from: Wild olive wood, cow bone
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 olive wood products, with marked improvements being seen for the individual, their families, the community. The olive wood tree is sacred to Kenyans and appreciated worldwide for its beautiful grain patterns and durability.
$68.00
Fair trade from Senegal, this handcrafted basket is a lovely storage solution for toys, towels, and knitting supplies.
Each basket yellow stripe design. The basket is hand-woven by Senegalese artisans using natural grasses and salvaged plastic strips.
Approximate Dimensions: 16-17"L x 14-15"W x 10"H
Crafted from: Plastic strips, cattail stalks
Made in: Senegal