Description The Making of an Open Weave Basket Handwoven in northern Ghana from elephant grass grown along the floodplains of the White Volta.Made by weavers in and around Bolgatanga, using techniques passed down over generations.The grass is sun-dried and twisted by hand, creating a basket that’s both strong and breathable.Finished with durable leather handles, it’s designed for regular use.A care and shaping guide is included to help keep your basket looking its best. FAQsAre your natural baskets sustainable?Our entire range of Market baskets are individually hand woven by our creative weavers in Ghana. The raw elephant grass is a 100% sustainable natural material.The grass is harvested, dried and finally boiled to dye. The weavers split each length into two then roll it to give it more strength.Each weaver has their own special techniques. Baskets may take 3 days to one week to make depending on the size, design and intricacy of the patterns. Do you have the same style baskets but in different colours?We sure do! To choose your preferred colours, select from our range of handmade market baskets in a colour of your choice. What is the difference between open weave and natural weave?The difference comes down to how tightly the grass is woven and how much space is left between rows. Closed weave: A solid, tight weave throughout the basket. Open weave: The basket will feature design gaps between sections of solid tight weaving. Open Weave Closed Weave
