Woven Laundry Basket With Lid - Green And Pink
Handwoven Bolga Laundry Basket with Lid
A large, vibrant, handwoven Bolga laundry basket with a conical lid, crafted from natural and highly durable elephant grass for breathable, eco-friendly storage. Perfect for making laundry beautiful or hiding all the cushions and throws!
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Please note: each piece is handmade, so slight size variations may occur.
- Size: 70 cm tall (85 cm including lid) × 35 cm diameter
- Eco-Friendly Décor: 100% biodegradable materials and plastic-free storage
- Durable Elephant Grass Weave: Naturally strong yet flexible fibres form tight coils for lasting structure
Description & Features
Bring sustainable style and vibrant colour to your home with our Woven Laundry Basket with Lid with vibrant pink and green patterned stripes. Standing 70 cm tall (85 cm including the conical lid) and 35 cm in diameter, this basket is perfect for:
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Sorting laundry with breathable elephant grass weave
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Storing blankets, cushions, or toys in a stylish, functional piece
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Enhancing décor with bright, and bold Ghanaian stripes - these long-lasting hues add playful pops of colour to any room
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Easy handling thanks to sturdy, leather-wrapped side handles and a looped lid handle
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Durable Elephant Grass Weave: Naturally strong yet flexible fibres form tight coils for lasting structure
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Leather-Wrapped Handles: Hand-stitched for comfort and easy carrying, even when full
- Eco-Friendly Décor: 100% biodegradable materials and plastic-free storage
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- About the Makers
We work directly with Gurune (Frafra) weaving cooperatives around Bolgatanga, Northern Ghana—no middlemen. Many of these master craftswomen learned their skills from mothers and grandmothers, preserving a family legacy in every fibre. By sourcing directly, we ensure fair payment and community reinvestment, empowering women in a region where agriculture alone can’t guarantee steady income.
You can read more about the history of Bolgatanga baskets in our blog here.
How Your Purchase Can Make a Difference
Every woven laundry basket you buy goes straight to the artisans in Bolgatanga. Your support:
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Secures Fair Wages: Ensures weaving remains a viable livelihood for Gurune families
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Preserves Cultural Heritage: Keeps ancient techniques alive for future generations
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Promotes Sustainable Craft: Encourages eco-friendly material sourcing and zero-waste dyeing
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How these African baskets are made
The laundry baskets are handwoven from sustainably sourced Elephant Grass.
Elephant grass grows wild throughout Bolgatanga, but people have also begun to grow it in their smallholdings to supplement their income and for their own basket weaving. It is cut, dried and dyed and then twisted, coiled and knotted into the beautiful shapes that Bolgatanga is famous for!
Care
These woven laundry baskets with lids are sturdy, strong, and flexible, made to withstand constant use. If properly cared for, your basket will live a long life.
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Dust Regularly: Use a soft brush or dry cloth to remove surface dust.
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Wipe Gently: If needed, use a slightly damp cloth—avoid soaking.
- Reshape When Needed: Dampen with water and push the basket back into shape if distorted.
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