Design Afrika

Revitalizing the ancient craft of
African basket weaving

We specialize in finely crafted hand-woven basketry and have over many years developed close relationships with rural weaving communities across Africa.
Through the global marketing of the work of these weavers, mostly women in rural areas, we strive to develop their economic independence while ensuring that their important traditional skills are not lost.

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Find Us

WAREHOUSE

42 Hares Avenue, Woodstock
Cape Town

Mon-Fri 9am-5pm. Sat 9am-3pm

ORANJEZICHT MARKET

Beach Road, Waterfront
Cape Town

Sat 8am-2pm. Sun 9am-2pm
Wed 4-9pm Only in Summer

SHOWROOM

42 Roodebloem Road, Woodstock
Cape Town

Tues-Fri 10am-5pm. Sat 10am–2pm

Our Sidai Maasai Beaded Collection has just arrive

Our Sidai Maasai Beaded Collection has just arrived.

We’ve been working with @sidaidesigns since 2018, and we’re excited to introduce their new Aurum Collection. The new stones in the collection are sapphire, ruby, malachite, and tanzanite.

Each piece is intricately handmade by the talented Maasai women and beaders of @sidaidesigns. The new collection, alongside iconic statement pieces from the classic range, will be on display this weekend @ozcfarm.

Trading hours:
Saturday: 8am - 2pm
Sunday: 8:30am - 2pm

Also, keep an eye out this Autumn when we unveil our Sidai × Totem Collection. Inspired by the symbols of our Totem range, this collaboration includes beaded wall hangings, phone carriers, and bookmarks. The first batch of beaded cushions arrives in June.
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Telephone Wire Baskets from KwaZulu-Natal. This t

Telephone Wire Baskets from KwaZulu-Natal.

This telephone wire project began in the late 1970s, when Tessa Katzenellenbogen noticed the intricate wirework being done by Zulu night watchmen in Johannesburg. Inspired, she took the technique to KwaZulu-Natal, where the first weaving group was born.

Binky met Tessa in Joburg, where Tessa brought along some finished pieces to show her. Binky chose her favourites straight from Tessa’s car boot and introduced the baskets to the Cape Town market - and eventually to international wholesale buyers.

Today, the project continues under the care of Deidre Moser in Gqeberha.

A testament to craftsmanship, creativity and community - nearly 50 years later, these vibrant baskets are still in high demand.
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Special pieces available at our showroom on Roodeb

Special pieces available at our showroom on Roodebloem Road, Woodstock.

1: @babatreebaskets Large Woven Tray/Wallhanging.

2&3: Ancient Oval Nupe Pot from Nigeria.

4: Mossi Pot from Burkina Faso.

5: Porcupine Umbrella Baskets.

6&7: Vintage Round Nupe Pot from Nigeria.

8: @babatreebaskets Wave Basket and lost wax brass pendants from Ghana.

9: Finely woven Sun Wall Hanging from Zambia.

10&11: Newly arrived Palm woven Floor mats from Niger.

12: @babatreebaskets pot-sticker woven handbag/shopper.

13: A pile of contemporary mud cloth from Mali.

Available at both our showrooms and @ozcfarm - see you soon.
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Hues of Indigo. A new shipment has arrived, and o

Hues of Indigo.

A new shipment has arrived, and one of our favourite activities are unpacking in the yard! Each piece carries a rich story, and we love the patterns.

Dyeing with indigo is an ancient craft and practiced in West Africa for centuries. Our indigo cloth comes from a women’s cooperative in Guinea, where traditional techniques are passed down through generations.

Come explore these beautifully hand-dyed textiles - each one is a work of art. The fabric is the perfect weight for a dress, skirt, or kaftan.
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