Kenya

Wood carved items. Find carvings of animals of every shape and size made into salad servers, napkin rings, bowls, and plates. Buy them at outdoor markets and shops across Kenya.

Soapstone carvings. Artisans carve soapstone into boxes, plates, bowls, containers, eggs, balls, cups, and animals. These are sold at outdoor markets in Nairobi; the most famous is the weekly Masai Market.

Tribal pieces used by the local tribesmen. Look for authentic, inexpensive items such as beaded necklaces from the Masai and Turkana, and wooden and gourd vessels used for holding food and other items. Search for these in outdoor markets in Nairobi.