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This beautiful parrot has been crafted from old recycled metal by local artisans in Zimbabwe. It sits in a metal ring, so it can easily be hung anywhere. Like all metal sculptures by Mio Moyo, it has been hand-painted and varnished, so it will look right at home on your patio!

Anyone who’s ever been on the hunt for a truly beautiful planter for their plants will recognise the problem. The selection at your local DIY store or garden centre often fails to meet your own aesthetic standards. But those days are now (finally) over! The artisans at Moogoo Creative Africa in Burkina Faso have once again breathed new life into old oil drums, transforming them into beautiful, minimalist planters for indoor and patio plants. Each planter has been hand-shaped and welded. The weathered texture of the old oil drums is preserved, and the combination of paint and rusty patina makes for a real eye-catcher in your home or on your terrace. Every piece is truly one of a kind!

Ouagadougou is not only the capital of Burkina Faso, but also a creative hub in the heart of West Africa. It is here that the artisans at Moogoo Creative Africa transform old materials such as oil drums into useful household items, such as this beautiful fruit bowl. The patina of the oil drums is preserved in the process, making each bowl a distinctive, one-of-a-kind piece. Perfect for fruit or snacks, for example.

Anyone who’s ever been on the hunt for a truly beautiful planter for their plants will recognise the problem. The selection at your local DIY store or garden centre often fails to meet your own aesthetic standards. But those days are now (finally) over! The artisans at Moogoo Creative Africa in Burkina Faso have once again breathed new life into old oil drums, transforming them into beautiful, minimalist planters for indoor and patio plants. Each planter has been hand-shaped and welded. The weathered texture of the old oil drums is preserved, and the combination of paint and rusty patina makes for a real eye-catcher in your home or on your terrace. Every piece is truly one of a kind!

Is it a work of art or a practical object? In this case, it’s probably both. This tray was handcrafted by the artisans at Moogoo Creative Africa from old oil drums in Burkina Faso. The patina and finish of the oil drums are preserved, making each tray a truly unique piece. The tray weighs 4 kg, is spot-welded and is therefore virtually indestructible

This small basket with lid is ideal for storing items such as toiletries in the bathroom or stationery.It was handcrafted in the villages on the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park from two different types of grass, which are dyed using traditional dyes made from roots, leaves and herbs.

The artist Suzanne Kaboré from Burkina Faso literally brings old resources into a new light! This modern floor lamp was handcrafted from an old clutch disc in Ouagadougou.A truly special, one-of-a-kind piece and a real eye-catcher in any home. The lamp is also in use at the Kipepeo Clothing office and is one of our absolute favourite pieces from the Moogoo Creative Africa range!

This beautiful chair was handcrafted by the artisans at Moogoo Creative Africa in Burkina Faso from old oil drums and scrap metal. This heavy, welded chair is a real eye-catcher at any dining table and a one-of-a-kind piece. It can be used as seating, but also as a stand for a houseplant, for example

Stylish, simple and utterly timeless – our picture frames from Moogoo Creative Africa are just as unique as the moments captured in photographs!These are carefully handcrafted by artisans in Burkina Faso from old oil drums. The patina of the oil drums is preserved in the process, making each picture frame a work of art in its own right. This large format is not only suitable for pictures and photos, but is also ideal for beautifully displaying vinyl records!As each piece is unique, the dimensions may vary by up to +/- 1.5 cm.

These beautiful plant pots are a genuine alternative to mass-produced planters from DIY stores. Moogoo Creative Africa’s plant pots are carefully handcrafted by artisans in Burkina Faso. Discarded oil drums are used as raw material; once cut to size and welded, they take on a new lease of life.

These beautiful plant pots are a genuine alternative to mass-produced planters from DIY stores. Moogoo Creative Africa’s plant pots are carefully handcrafted by artisans in Burkina Faso. Discarded oil drums are used as raw material; once cut to size and welded, they take on a new lease of life.

This sturdy, welded coffee table was handcrafted in Ouagadougou, the capital of Burkina Faso, by designer David Gamene. Discarded oil drums serve as the raw material – which is why the table has such a beautiful, distinctive patina. African craftsmanship combined with industrial charm: this piece of furniture is perfect as a coffee table, plant stand or eye-catching feature in the living room.

This beautiful picture frame has been crafted from old oil drums by artisans in Burkina Faso. It can be placed on its side, stood upright or hung on the wall. A picture frame whose artistic patina, with its vintage industrial look, is just as unique as the picture it stylishly frames.Each piece is one-of-a-kind, so there may be slight variations in colour and minor tolerances in the frame’s dimensions

These beautiful plant pots have been crafted from old oil drums by the artisans at Moogoo Creative Africa in Ouagadougou, the capital of Burkina Faso. They have been cut, shaped and welded by hand, resulting in a sturdy, high-quality product.The slightly weathered look of the oil drums is preserved during production, making every flower pot truly one of a kind!

This small basket with lid is ideal for storing items such as toiletries in the bathroom or stationery.It was handcrafted in the villages on the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park from two different types of grass, which are dyed using traditional dyes made from roots, leaves and herbs.

Two different types of locally grown grass form the basis for the baskets and bowls from ‘Bwindi Handmade Crafts’. They are harvested by hand in the villages on the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.Depending on the desired shade, the grasses are either left in their natural state – in a warm beige tone – or dyed using traditional dyes made from roots, leaves and herbs. As no two dyeing processes are exactly the same, each piece develops its own unique shade and pattern.

This handmade bowl, crafted from two different types of grass, captivates with its intricately woven pattern.The grasses used in this bowl were gathered and processed by hand in the villages surrounding Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.Plant-based dyes derived from roots, leaves and herbs are used in the dyeing process. As the colouring varies slightly, no two pieces are exactly alike.

Two native grass varieties are used in every basket and bowl from ‘Bwindi Handmade Crafts’. These are gathered by hand in the villages surrounding Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.The sturdy Eshingye (deer grass) forms the framework of the bowl. It is sturdy enough to retain its shape for years. The delicate patterns and decorations, on the other hand, are created using Obuhivu (raffia). This grass is softer and therefore ideal for weaving the intricate details.Plant-based dyes derived from roots, leaves and herbs are used for colouring. As each piece is dyed slightly differently, no two pieces are alike.

The baskets and bowls from ‘Bwindi Handmade Crafts’ are carefully handcrafted from two different types of locally grown grass. Both grasses are gathered near the villages on the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.The robust Eshingye (deer grass) forms the sturdy base of the baskets and ensures they retain their shape over time. For the intricate patterns and delicate decorations, the craftswomen use the softer Obuhivu (raffia), which is particularly easy to weave.

Beautiful, hand-carved gorilla keyring from Bwindi Handmade Crafts in Uganda. Each of these intricately carved gorillas, measuring approx. 4 cm, is a truly unique piece and captivates with its beautiful details. It is made from durable mahogany wood.