Mali

These mudcloth pieces, which are made in Mali are "Lapa" size. Approx. 38" - 45" wide x 63" - 68" long. Sizes may vary as these are hand made. Traditional African mudcloth sheets are handwoven and made one at a time. No two pieces of mud cloth are exactly alike, so the colors shown are available, but the exact patterns vary from one piece to the next. They're great for clothing, home decoration, crafts and other creative pursuits. African artisans hand-dye symbols into these fabrics in order to tell stories of their villages and African proverbs. Mudcloth has a long tradition of being used by West African warriors and hunters to camouflage themselves. Nowadays, people across the globe are wearing them to stand out and celebrate their connection to the African continent. M-F050

Best to wash by hand.

Styles 1-16 will have many in stock. Other styles may only have 1 piece available, and will not usually be re-stocked once they have sold out.

Nothing makes a fashion statement better than mudcloth! With this, you can choose your own piece of mudcloth and know what you are getting.These mudcloth pieces, which are made in Mali are "Lapa" size. Approx. 40" - 45" wide x 63" - 68" long.

Authentic Elegance from Mali
Add beauty to your look in a simple and colorful way with these hand-made Tuareg bracelets. Each one is constructed by West African craftspeople for something totally unique. Made in Mali. J-B270

Straw Baby Rattles used as a musical instrument in western culture as well as Africa. These rattles make a great gift for anyone with a small child. Totally hand made, multi-colored, and great for decoration as well as gifts. Each is hand made and varies slightly: approx. 5” tall. Made in Mali. M-W090

Mudcloth Dashiki Top
Stunning, striking, and guaranteed to catch the eye. Rich, warm earth tones of genuine African mudcloth glorify the intensity of African style. Here's your opportunity to own popular, one of a kind clothing with pride.

No two styles are alike; each design varies. Photo is representative only. Hand made item size varies. Fits between 42” to 60" chest and has approx 36" length. Comes with 2 pockets.Short sleeve length can vary. Made in Mali. C-M040

Shipping weight 1.50 lbs.

Kufi Hats-Mudcloth; Produced from authentic African mudcloth. Mudcloth is made using ancient and extensive process. Fabric is all hand spun making seven individual cloth sheets in this work. Each strip of cloth is then sewn together. The entire piece of fabric is then dyed in tea made from Bogalon tree found in sub-Saharan Africa. The tea acts as a fixative for mud painted designs that are hand painted using specially prepared mud. This piece has been bleached after entire process is complete to give a lighter look: unique and more treasured. Mud dye has been used for many centuries to pass African culture from generation to generation. Approx. 22" in circumference. Made in Mali C-A045
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Anitque indigo fabric has a faded and aged colors to give it a vintage look. Less color bleeding. Sizes vary from approx. 36" to 45" wide and approx. 56" to 63" long. 100% cotton. Thick and soft fabric. It's versatile in its uses from wearing as a blanket, decoration, or to make clothing or pillows. Made in Mali. M-F163

No two pieces are alike and none can be specified.

Note: The antique indigo is an antique fabric. It has been used for years if not decades. That is the reason that it's faded as it is and the reason that there are holes that have been repaired.

Add a touch of Africa to your style or decor
These wide mudcloth African scarves can be worn with anything for instant ethnic style. You can also use these scarves as table runners to give your home a piece of African hand-made beauty. Ends are hand braided and decorated with West African trade beads. Created entirely in Mali, West Africa. Each is approx. 50-55” long and approx. 9” wide C-A202

Go for Gold!
Exotic Fula Gold Twist Earrings are made out of fula twisted bronze and capture the light for the 'look of REAL gold' that people love. Large and playfully shaped by Mali artisans in the heart of Africa. Prized by the Fulani people of West Africa for their expression of honor, status and wealth, these lightweight and comfy earrings are sure to be winners with their unique look and feel. (Please note: each pair is 100% unique and individually hand crafted, never factory made - just what YOUR customers demand!) J-E300

Anitque indigo fabric has a faded and aged colors to give it a vintage look. Some may have patches or small worn holes. 60" x 36". 100% cotton. Thick and soft fabric. It's versatile in its uses from wearing as a blanket, decoration, or to make clothing or pillows. Made in Mali. M-F161

No two pieces are alike and none can be specified.

Note: The antique indigo is an antique fabric. It has been used for years if not decades. That is the reason that it's faded as it is and the reason that there are holes that have been repaired.

In many African communities, personal adornment signifies honor, status and wealth. Made with Bronze but having the look of true gold. With gold being one of the most precious and highly prized precious metals in the world, these traditional African earrings leave no doubt of their exotic origins. Most commonly worn among the Fulani people of West Africa. Fabulous adornments from the heart of Africas interior. Truly unique and not to be found or copied elsewhere. Each pair is individually hand crafted by someone who creates jewelry as their lifetime profession; not mass produced in a western style factory. Earrings approx. 2" in diameter. Made in Mali, West Africa. J-E320