Our Story

In September 2022, we made the move from the Netherlands to Togo, West Africa, to introduce our children to their Togolese background. It was here that we found a lot of inspiration, which led us to Wood & Cricket.

Our mission is to show the creative and artistic side of West Africa. By collaborating with talented professionals from the region, we aim to establish a platform where their skills are showed. Collaboration and knowledge sharing are at the heart of what we do, bridging our cultures together.

Each product carries a unique story, and we hope you like them just as much as we do.

Join us on this adventure and follow our story on instagram, and read our blogs below.

Discovering West African batik fabrics

During my recent trip to Benin, I came across something truly special: an atelier where they handcraft African batik fabrics. While batik is commonly produced in West Africa, [...]
Mignon maakt een foto van de Etatoua Tas Blauw op het strand

Why are Wood & Cricket bags so special?

At Wood & Cricket, we believe in the magic of craftsmanship and unique stories. Each bag in our collection is not just an accessory, but a testament to [...]

Discover the enchanting world of Wood & Cricket

Step into Wood & Cricket and let yourself be enchanted by the world of vibrant colors, patterns, and the craftsmanship behind our handmade collection from West Africa. Here, [...]

Discover unique handcrafted bags and gifts at Wood & Cricket!

At Wood & Cricket, it's all about uniqueness, quality, and collaboration with professionals from West Africa. Our collection of handmade African bags and accessories make perfect gifts for [...]
De flowa tas paars hangt in de boom bij een strand

The making of our new African handmade bag collection summer 2024

Before our handmade bags hit the stores and appear on the website, there are many steps involved in bringing our new African collection to life. It all starts [...]
Een stapel met verschillende wax prints

Wax prints: History, global Influence, and fashion

The history of Wax prints (often referred to as African prints) is a journey through time and culture, where textiles and tradition come together. From the early colonial [...]
Mensen achter de tassen, Mignon eigenaressa maakt bij een kleurrijke locatie een foto van de tassen van wood&cricket

Behind the scenes: The faces behind the bags and collection of Wood & Cricket

Wood & Cricket is renowned for its unique, handcrafted bags and collections inspired by cultural diversity and craftsmanship. But what actually lies behind our end products that you [...]
Het avontuur van Wood & Cricket met een foto van het gezin

Discover our adventure of how we started with Wood & Cricket

Initially, we had planned to move to Togo, West Africa, with our children, Emma (5) and Semme (2), for a year of adventure. But now, our ticket has […]