Make shopping, travel, and daily errands vibrant and meaningful with this fair trade, single weave U-Shopper Grocery Tote Basket in stunning multicolor patterns. Each tote is meticulously hand-dyed and handwoven by skilled artisans in Ghana using durable, natural vetiver grass. The lively color combinations celebrate African artistry and add a joyful pop to any outfit or space.
Designed with both beauty and utility in mind, this versatile U-shopper tote features a sturdy leather handle for easy carrying and a lightweight yet strong construction perfect for daily use. From farmer’s markets to beach trips, weekend getaways to crafting projects, it’s built to handle it all while looking beautiful. Container or utility baskets like these are also ideal for home décor: use them to store blankets, toys, or magazines, as a planter cover, or even as a stylish laundry hamper.
By choosing the U-Shopper baskets, you support sustainable income and preserve traditional weaving techniques for Ghanaian artisan communities. Each basket is unique due to the handcrafted, hand-dyed process, meaning no two are exactly alike, a true testament to the artistry behind every piece.
Dimensions: diameter 16"-18"; depth 11"-13"
Materials: vetiver grass, leather
Material Details: Vetiver grass, also known as elephant grass, aids in soil and water conservation, helping smallholder farmers with environmental rehabilitation efforts, including erosion control, runoff retention and remediation of polluted land and water.
Gitzell FairTrade is a BIPOC, woman-owned home décor and lifestyle brand rooted at the intersection of fair trade and smallholder farming. As proud members of the Fair Trade Federation, Gitzell FairTrade partners directly with women artisans in Ghana, Kenya, Madagascar, Senegal, and Uganda to create handwoven baskets and home goods for everyday use. Many of these artisans are also smallholder farmers, weaving in the evenings or during the off-season after tending to their land and families.
