Mali

Bogolans/Mudcloth. Mali is known for its bogolans, or handspun West African cotton decorated with natural dyes made from mud, leaves, and tree bark. Find uniquely patterned blankets and clothing in markets in Mopti, Segou, and Ende.

Dogon doors. Artisans produce exquisitely designed wooden doors decorated with figures, animals, and geometric patterns. Made of two carved wooden panels held together with iron bands, Dogon doors are bulky and heavy and require special arrangements for transport. Find them in craft shops in Dogon county and specialty shops across Mali.

Tuareg leather knives, sword boxes, and jewelry. Buy them at markets in Bamako, Timbuktu, and Mopti.