handcrafted gifts (25 items)
Bass Drum
Handcrafted Leather and Wood Bass Drum Ornaments (Set of 4)
Bass Drum, Handcrafted Leather and Wood Bass Drum Ornaments (Set of 4)
Robert Lanyo
Artisan Robert Lanyo of Ghana handcrafts this set of four leather and sese wood ornaments in the shape of drums. The ornaments come with black cotton cord for hanging, and will make a lovely gift for... read more$47.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
Secret Patterns
Aluminum Brass and Wood Decorative Box from Ghana
Secret Patterns, Aluminum Brass and Wood Decorative Box from Ghana
Habib Mustapha
Embossed aluminum and brass create pleasing patterns over the surface of this rectangular decorative box from Ghana. Designed by Habib Mustapha, the box is handcrafted of coast redwood. The lid lifts... read more$47.99Artist: Habib Mustapha
Treasure
Square Wood and Aluminum Decorative Box from Ghana
Treasure, Square Wood and Aluminum Decorative Box from Ghana
Daniel Quarcoo
Designed by Daniel Quarcoo in Ghana, this decorative box is simply a treasure to behold. Local artisans use sese wood to handcraft this square box, which is accented with embossed aluminum. A round... read more$79.99$55.99Artist: Daniel Quarcoo
My Name is Odartey
Colorful Handcrafted African Mask from Ghana
My Name is Odartey, Colorful Handcrafted African Mask from Ghana
Anna Yawson
Carved by hand, this colorful mask by Anna Yawson depicts a young man from Ghana. The unique and beautiful image is the artisan's own design. She names it Odartey, a popular men's name in the Ga... read more$49.99Artist: Anna Yawson
Amaria
Handcrafted Bone and Recycled Bead Necklace
Amaria, Handcrafted Bone and Recycled Bead Necklace
Length: 21.75"
Ila Suleyman
The Mamprusi people refer to a newlywed woman as Amaria, and in her honor Ila Suleyman designs a necklace of stunning elegance. He crafts the necklace by hand with cow bone pendants painted with... read more$49.99Artist: Ila Suleyman
Trunk Bearers
Handcrafted Ebony Wood Elephant Ornaments (Set of 4)
Trunk Bearers, Handcrafted Ebony Wood Elephant Ornaments (Set of 4)
Robert Lanyo
Artisan Robert Lanyo of Ghana handcrafts this set of four ebony wood elephant ornaments. The ornaments come with the natural assorted colors of ebony wood, which ranges from light brown, to a rich... read more$47.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
Learn from History
Handcrafted Ebony Wood Sankofa Ornaments (Set of 4)
Learn from History, Handcrafted Ebony Wood Sankofa Ornaments (Set of 4)
Robert Lanyo
Artisan Robert Lanyo of Ghana handcrafts this set of four ebony wood ornaments of the Sankofa Adinkra symbol of a backwards looking bird, which means to look back into history and learn from what may... read more$47.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
My Beautiful Lover
Handcrafted Nigerian Wood Mask
My Beautiful Lover, Handcrafted Nigerian Wood Mask
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
"Among the Hausa people of Nigeria," says artist Abdul Aziz Mohamadu, "masks such as these are given to a woman by a man as a wedding proposal. If she does not return the mask, the... read more$79.99$55.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Ghana Breeze
Handcrafted Multicolored Cotton and Leather Fan from Ghana
Ghana Breeze, Handcrafted Multicolored Cotton and Leather Fan from Ghana
Ali Mohammed
This colorful circular fan comes from creative Ghanaian designer Ali Mohammed. The artisan uses cotton printed with an eclectic pattern in varying shades of blue, green, orange, and yellow. The... read more$49.99Artist: Ali Mohammed
Elephant Carrying a Leaf
Handcrafted Ebony Wood Elephant Mini Catchall from Ghana
Elephant Carrying a Leaf, Handcrafted Ebony Wood Elephant Mini Catchall from Ghana
Robert Lanyo
For a handy addition to your home decor, this charming elephant carries a leaf on its back for storing small items and accessories. This mini catchall is designed by Ghanaian artisan Robert Lanyo. He... read more$59.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
Ashanti Wisdom
Handcrafted Wood Wall Combs (Set of 3)
Ashanti Wisdom, Handcrafted Wood Wall Combs (Set of 3)
Emmanuel Nyadedzor
Master woodworker Daniel Nyadedzor carves this set of antique style combs. Originating from the Ashanti region of Ghana, they bear the name Nyansa, meaning "wisdom" and symbolize the type of... read more$59.99Artist: Emmanuel Nyadedzor
Messenger of Peace
Handcrafted African Wood Mask
Messenger of Peace, Handcrafted African Wood Mask
Godfred France
A master of traditional African design, Godfred France creates an elegant mask that arises from his own imagination. Its serene shape is harmonious with big, round eyes, red lips and a rounded... read more$59.99Artist: Godfred France
Thanks for Helping
African Handcrafted Natural Soapstone Earrings
Thanks for Helping, African Handcrafted Natural Soapstone Earrings
Length: 2" x 0.4" W
Rachel Armah
Rachel Armah names these handsome earrings Aseda Nkaboafo, an Akan phrase that means "thanks to a helper." Always original, the Ghanaian artisan meticulously handcrafts the earrings of... read more$44.99Artist: Rachel Armah
Bound Strength in Black
Men's Horn and Black Leather Wristband Bracelet
Bound Strength in Black, Men's Horn and Black Leather Wristband Bracelet
Length: 8.75"
Gill Quarcoopome
Gill Quarcoopome handcrafts a strip of black leather into this men's wristband bracelet, possessing a bold aesthetic. The bracelet is accented with black leather cord, strung with a dark piece of bull... read more$49.99Artist: Gill Quarcoopome
Priests
Handcrafted Wood Christmas Ornaments (Set of 3)
Priests, Handcrafted Wood Christmas Ornaments (Set of 3)
Emmanuel Nyadedzor
Daniel Nyadedzor takes his inspiration from the Bible for these charming Christmas ornaments. The passage tells how Mary and Joseph brought little Jesus to the temple to receive Simon's blessing.... read more$49.99Artist: Emmanuel Nyadedzor
Trumpeting African Elephant
Handcrafted Ebony and Bamboo Elephant Theme Necklace
Trumpeting African Elephant, Handcrafted Ebony and Bamboo Elephant Theme Necklace
Length: 22.75"
Ali Mohammed
Crafted by hand, this necklace features a trumpeting elephant pendant in ebony wood. Sese wood globes and bamboo beads align on black cords in a design by Ali Mohammed. The necklace length can be... read more$49.99Artist: Ali Mohammed
Poised Cat
Rustic Sese Wood Cat Book Stand from Ghana
Poised Cat, Rustic Sese Wood Cat Book Stand from Ghana
Mary Charity Owusu
Poised to jump, this charming cat will make an excellent addition to your home. Ghana's Mary Charity Owusu creates this book stand, which is handcrafted from sese wood with a distressed finish in... read more$59.99Artist: Mary Charity Owusu
African Ankh
Handcrafted Ankh Necklace in Ebony and Bamboo Ghana
African Ankh, Handcrafted Ankh Necklace in Ebony and Bamboo Ghana
Length: 27.5"
Ali Mohammed
Crafted by hand, this necklace is centered by a sleek ebony wood ankh. An ancient and powerful symbol, the Egyptian ankh was considered the magical key to eternity. It is thought to symbolize the sun... read more$49.99Artist: Ali Mohammed
African Cross
Handcrafted Ebony and Bamboo Cross Necklace from Ghana
African Cross, Handcrafted Ebony and Bamboo Cross Necklace from Ghana
Length: 27.5"
Ali Mohammed
Crafted by hand, this necklace is centered by a sleek ebony wood cross. Sese wood globes and bamboo beads align on black cords in a design by Ali Mohammed. The necklace length can be adjusted by... read more$54.99Artist: Ali Mohammed
Ray of Sunshine
Handcrafted Tangerine Cotton and Leather Fan from Ghana
Ray of Sunshine, Handcrafted Tangerine Cotton and Leather Fan from Ghana
Ali Mohammed
This gorgeous circular fan comes from creative Ghanaian designer Ali Mohammed. The artisan uses tangerine orange cotton printed with a delightful pattern in burnt sienna. The lovely fan features... read more$49.99Artist: Ali Mohammed
Monkey Keeper
Handcrafted Sese Wood Monkey Decorative Jar from Ghana
Monkey Keeper, Handcrafted Sese Wood Monkey Decorative Jar from Ghana
Anna Yawson
Hand-carved of sese wood, a charming monkey promises to keep your valuables safe in this decorative jar from Ghana. Anna Yawson designs the jar, painting the monkey in black and bright green.$47.99Artist: Anna Yawson
Sefam
Set of 3 Petite Handcrafted Sese Wood African Masks
Sefam, Set of 3 Petite Handcrafted Sese Wood African Masks
Emmanuel Nyadedzor
Emmanuel Nyadedzor creates this set of three petite African masks using his own original designs. Each one is crafted in a traditional weeks-long process. Carved and painted by hand, they are... read more$59.99Artist: Emmanuel Nyadedzor
Colorful Rooster
Multicolored Rooster Decorative Jar from Ghana
Colorful Rooster, Multicolored Rooster Decorative Jar from Ghana
Anna Yawson
Handcrafted of sese wood, a charming rooster keeps your valuables safe. Ghanaian artisan Anna Yawson creates this decorative jar, hand-painting it with white spots and colorful accents.$59.99Artist: Anna Yawson
Colorful Klenam
Multicolored Recycled Glass Beaded Agate Necklace
Colorful Klenam, Multicolored Recycled Glass Beaded Agate Necklace
Length: 24"
Harriet Faako Adjei
Translated from the Ghanaian Ewe language, the word klenam means "shine" or "light." West African artisan Harriet Faako Adjei handcrafts this recycled glass bead necklace with this... read more$59.99Artist: Harriet Faako Adjei
Unity
Eco Friendly Recycled Paper Necklace from Africa
Unity, Eco Friendly Recycled Paper Necklace from Africa
Length: 20"
Akwele Suma
"There is strength in numbers," believes Ghanaian designer Akwele Suma as she designs this necklace. She rolls paper recycled from printed materials, creating a variety of shapes that... read more$57.99Artist: Akwele Suma