Zambia--shopping for baskets

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Jul 13th, 2007 | 07:35 AM

bushwoman2002

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Zambia--shopping for baskets

Hi there, I will be in Zambia next month and am interested in buying quality baskets, does anyone know a good source and can also give me a good idea of how much to pay? Are there any other crafts in Zambia that I should know about.

Thanks

Jul 13th, 2007 | 07:40 AM

ShayTay

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If you are going to South Luangwa NP, you should check out items made with hand-painted textiles from Tribal Textiles. Their workshop is near the park entrance, but most of the camps carry them in their "gift shops."

Jul 13th, 2007 | 01:26 PM

mkhonzo

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If you are driving, the basket village which is open 24/7 just on the western side of the luangwa brisge on the great east road, perhaps midway between Lusaka and Petauke.

Jul 23rd, 2007 | 01:34 PM

bushwoman2002

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Thanks so much for your response; but I am flying from Lusaka to Mfuwe airport--any other suggestions? I can't wait. Are you from Zambia?

Jul 24th, 2007 | 08:10 AM

mkhonzo

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No, but I am an African. I have travelled Zambia by 4x4 and know it quite well. You could buy baskets in Mfuwe too, but I do not think the chjoice is that great