Product Care
Cleaning Your Basket
Scrub any marks gently with a fine bristled brush, a little warm water and a gentle soap.
Allow to dry in a well ventilated area out of the sun.
Reshaping Your Ghanaian Bolga Basket
Are you surprised at the shape that your basket has come in?
These instructions apply to Ghanaian baskets, Ghanaian grass sun hats and Ghanaian baby bassinet baskets.
Bolga baskets are handmade in Ghana from natural grass, called veta vera or elephant grass. The grass may be dyed colorfully, and the baskets may feature leather handles.
Baskets made with natural materials are sturdy, made to last, and are easy to care for.
We hope your basket becomes an heirloom item that you treasure for years.
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Wet the item thoroughly with cold water, using a hose, faucet, or spray bottle. Cold water prevents the dye from bleeding.Take care to keep any leather elements dry.
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Let the basket sit for a few minutes so the natural fibers can absorb water and become more pliable.
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Then, press and smooth the item to your desired shape.
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Holding the basket by the handle, shake out the excess water.
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Place the item in a warm place with good airflow to dry. Do not place wet items on a surface where dye transfer would be a problem, or protect your surfaces with a material like cardboard until the basket is fully dry.