Ethiopia

Baskets. Every region of Ethiopia has its own variety, but the baskets of Harer are famous for top-quality weaving and colors. Buy them in Addis Ababa in shops along Churchill Road, as well as at high-end stores such as St. George Gallery and Chilota Gallery at the Hilton.

Jewelry. Beautiful beads, silver, and gold work can be purchased at many souvenir and jewelry stores in Addis Ababa. Silver jewelry is generally for tourists, as Ethiopian women prefer gold. Visit Piazza for the best selection.

Textiles. White, gauze-like Ethiopian cotton is handspun with bright borders and designs. Travel to Dorze and Chencha, south of Addis Ababa, to see the best weaving villages and co-ops, in a beautiful part of Ethiopia. Visit Addis Ababa for traditional woven fabrics and clothing. Women Fuel Carriers Project and Sherameeda, a large market of textile producers near the American Embassy, carry a good selection of woven textiles.