It happens this way sometimes.
You bump into something at a store that you didn’t realize you needed
but that you have to have.
but that you have to have.
Something like that pair of skinny capris in a bold hot pink with a little satin detail
that you just know when you put them on they will make you feel a bit more sassy.
that you just know when you put them on they will make you feel a bit more sassy.
Or those strappy wedge sandals that would be perfect paired with those capris
and a little white tank top
and a little white tank top
I have such a weakness for wedge sandals.
I might have a *few* pairs of them and yet, there is always another new pair I fall in love with.
I might have a *few* pairs of them and yet, there is always another new pair I fall in love with.
Or maybe it is a beautiful woven basket that you find sitting on a shelf at a thrift store
that instantly grabs your attention and goes right in your cart.
I found this basket while thrifting – just meandering down the basket aisle and voila- there it was
That gorgeous green, that pattern, the size- it instantly caught my eye.
It’s a little hard to tell in the photos but this basket is huge
much larger than some of the market baskets I have seen
much larger than some of the market baskets I have seen
people carrying at the store.
It was one of those things that I wondered where would I put it – but only
because there were too many places I could think to use it.
I love the natural and green fibers woven together in that intricate pattern
and the handle that has worn and darkened from use.
It’s a bit wonky in shape- but it is a perfect size to hold magazines on the floor, firewood by the fireplace or even simply a bouquet of flowers after clipping them from the garden.
These are African Baskets called Ghana Bolga Market Baskets
and you can find them in several places online or in specialty shops
They are handmade and help the weavers support their families.
Since they are each handmade -no two baskets are exactly alike.
I love that even though I found this one second hand- when it was originally purchased it helped
the artist and their family.
the artist and their family.
I might now be a little addicted to them and keeping my eye out for another one
with a perfect color and pattern.
Loving it.
Stay tuned for the the how-to on building that vintage inspired rolling crate this week.
Happy Monday!
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Michele says
Love that basket – it's going to be so nice to have. I can't blame you for grabbing it- glad for you!
Hugs.
Anonymous says
Love your new basket Courtney! I just saw a vendor at our local farmers market who was selling baskets very similar to this one. You're right, it can be used for oh so many purposes! Marcia
mončika says
Beautiful 🙂
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Romantic Country Living says
That is a beautiful basket and has such a neat story too! I would love to have a thrift store find as great as this… There must be some pretty awesome thrift stores where you are from!
Unknown says
Love it!!!!!
Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says
I love it, Courtney and I would have snagged it, too.
Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things says
I love it too Courtney. There is actually a organic food store near me that sells these and I have always been tempted to buy one. Now you have inspired me and I might be owning one soon. Thanks for the inspiration!
Dianne says
What a beauty. I certainly desired to be rescued! Dianne
Thistle Cove Farm says
I love those baskets, they are beautiful.
Vanessa Greenway says
Gorgeous! Love the beautiful display you have created with those flowers… Stunning! Love ~ Vanessa
JP says
Oh, you sure came across a gorgeous find…now I want one!
JP
Shirley@Housepitality Designs says
Wow Courtney….what a find!…it is beautiful and so special!
Marisa Franca @ Allourway says
The basket is lovely! I've seen the African women weaving baskets like those around the Charleston and Savannah area. I was planning on getting one this year. It is such a wonderful craft — they use the grasses from that area.
Unknown says
You were so very lucky,good for you,love these baskets. They are wonderful.