Aketekete
Welcome to the exclusive AKETEKETE Collection at British D'sire, where Ghanaian craftsmanship meets contemporary design excellence. AKETEKETE is far more than a brand—it is a celebration of artisan heritage, cultural preservation, and the profound beauty found in slow, intentional creation.
The Philosophy of Slow Craft
Founded on a radical belief that craft must remain intimate, grounded, and rooted in human experience, AKETEKETE rejects the speed and uniformity of fast consumer culture. Each object represents generations of knowledge passed through the hands of Ghanaian artisans who are collaborators and cultural bearers—not hidden labourers. Traditional techniques including Bolga weaving, calabash carving, and bead-making are approached with the seriousness of design languages worthy of global dialogue.
Authenticity in Every Detail
AKETEKETE sources natural materials—raffia, clay, calabash, glass—directly from the environments artisan communities know intimately. This creates a rhythm of production where baskets take days to weave and beads require careful firing and cooling. Rather than forcing standardisation, each subtle curve, colour variation, and gentle imperfection becomes a signature of human craftsmanship—never a flaw.
Contemporary Heritage
The collection occupies a sophisticated space where heritage and modernity speak to each other. Avoiding both the cliché of "traditional African craft" and sterile minimalism, AKETEKETE's intentional colour palettes, silhouettes, and material compositions feel elegantly contemporary while honouring authenticity.
Objects with Stories
From sculptural baskets and hand-carved bowls to bespoke jewellery, each AKETEKETE piece resists disposability and offers the intimacy of heirlooms. Discover authentic Ghanaian craftsmanship at British D'sire today.
Welcome to the exclusive AKETEKETE Collection at British D'sire, where Ghanaian craftsmanship meets contemporary design excellence. AKETEKETE is far more than a brand—it is a celebration of artisan heritage, cultural preservation, and the profound beauty found in slow, intentional creation.
The Philosophy of Slow Craft
Founded on a radical belief that craft must remain intimate, grounded, and rooted in human experience, AKETEKETE rejects the speed and uniformity of fast consumer culture. Each object represents generations of knowledge passed through the hands of Ghanaian artisans who are collaborators and cultural bearers—not...
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Vendor:Crafted in YikeneAduko baskets are the perfect match to give some tribal vibes to your decoration. This handcrafted basket comes in three different sizes. These pot-shaped woven baskets are big enough to store blankets and toys or to be used as planters.DETAILSMade with StrawBASKET...Regular price From £98.00 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
- Basket 1
- Basket 2
- Basket 3
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Vendor:Crafted in Zaare The Tena baskets are available in three sizes and different textures (plain and netting). They are ideal to store blankets, bath cloths or to use as a knitting set box. DETAILS Made with Straw MEASUREMENTS S - W: 26 x...Regular price From £56.00 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Crafted in GambibigoThis exquisite highly-detailed basket showcases the extraordinary skills of our small group of master weavers. Crafted entirely by hand, it can take more than fifteen days to be completed. Carefully designed and created as a one of a kind basket, this elegant...Regular price £226.00 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
- Dominant Yellow
- Dominant Orange
- Dominant Natural
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Vendor:Crafted in GambibigoThe black diamond pattern is the perfect versatile piece. Use it during summer as your beach bag; use it during winter to store your blanket or as a planter. Handcrafted by weavers from the north of Ghana.DETAILS Made with Straw W: 41...Regular price £122.00 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
- Black/Natural
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Vendor:Crafted in YikeneThe Soro basket is the perfect choice to store mats, toys, or to use as a planter. Its wide opening offers plenty of access and usable space.DETAILS Made with Straw W: 35 x H: 25 cm *These baskets are handmade, and each...Regular price £94.00 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
- Pale
- Red
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Vendor:Crafted in YikeneThis exquisite bold pink, highly-detailed basket showcases the extraordinary skills of our small group of master weavers. Crafted entirely by hand, it can take more than fifteen days to be completed. Carefully designed and created as a one of a kind basket,...Regular price £180.00 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
- Pink
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Vendor:Crafted in YikeneThe Toma basket is the perfect basket . Use it to store mats, kids toys, as a planter. Or, take it to the grocery store, to a cozy picnic or carry your essentials during a work day. Its wide opening offers plenty...Regular price £124.00 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
- Green and Natural Stripe
- Pink and Natural Stripe
- Red and Natural Stripe
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Vendor:Crafted in GambibigoThis exquisite black, highly-detailed basket showcases the extraordinary skills of our small group of master weavers. Crafted entirely by hand, it can take more than fifteen days to be completed. Carefully designed and created as a one of a kind basket, this...Regular price £200.00 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
- Black/Natural
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Vendor:Crafted in YikeneThis unique Zoore basket is the perfect choice as a planter or as storage for small items.DETAILS Made with Straw W: 28 x H: 22 x B: 15 x M: 15 cm *These baskets are handmade, and each piece is unique, so...Regular price From £40.00 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Crafted in YikeneThis exquisite , highly-detailed basket showcases the extraordinary skills of our small group of master weavers. Crafted entirely by hand, it can take more than ten days to be completed. Carefully designed and created as a one of a kind basket, this...Regular price From £70.00 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Crafted in YikeneThis exquisite , highly-detailed basket showcases the extraordinary skills of our small group of master weavers. Crafted entirely by hand, it can take more than ten days to be completed. Carefully designed and created as a one of a kind basket, this...Regular price From £70.00 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Crafted in Zaare - Unique PiecePRE-ORDER: Save 15% dto - Recive it in 3 weeksThis square shaped basket is the perfect storage piece. is the fancy choice to do your groceries, go for a picnic or store your blankets.DETAILS Made with Straw W 1...Regular price £62.00 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
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Vendor:Crafted in YikeneThe Market Black/Natural Stripe Basket is part of our new collection of art home-woven pieces. This oval-shaped basket is the perfect choice for a beach day, a flower hunting adventure, or for storing some of your favorite things. This monochrome piece is...Regular price £96.00 GBPRegular priceUnit price per
- Black/Natural
