Set of 4 Earrings African Hand-Crafted Ethnic Jewelry Masai Beads Kenya Flag

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Maasai culture with these exquisite handmade beaded earrings. 

Crafted by skilled artisans, each pair is a vibrant explosion of color and intricate design. 

The beads, meticulously selected and arranged, tell stories of the Maasai people's heritage and connection to the land. 

Lightweight and comfortable to wear, these earrings are the perfect accessory to elevate any outfit. Own a piece of Kenyan artistry today! 

FEATURES

• Material: Masai Beads

HISTORY OF MASAI BEAD WORK

The beaded ornaments represent Masai cultural values and traditions.

The practice of bead work typically done by women, and it's considered their duty to learn bead work.

Masai sandals can be worn both by men and women.  East Africans use this type of sandal in cultural practices such as weddings, rituals and community events. 

While the Masai have been crafting jewelry for hundreds of years, they didn’t start using the tiny beads we’re now familiar with until the 19th century. 

Before, jewelry was made of local materials sourced from nature, including twigs, horn, and bone. 

To make beads, women used seeds or clay, which were then dyed to achieve a specific color. 

European traders later introduced colored glass beads from Italy. 

Eventually, the Czech Republic overtook Italy as the main manufacturer of glass beads: to this day, many fine jewelry pieces are still made from quality Czech glass beads.

MEANING  OF COLORS

There are a number of different colors used in Masai bead work and each one holds a special meaning:

Red signifies blood, bravery and unity.

White represents health, peace and purity.

Blue is the color of the sky and represents energy.

Green is the color of grass, which signifies the land and production.

Black represents the people and the struggle they must endure.

Yellow symbolizes the sun, fertility and growth

Orange represents warmth, generosity and friendship.

ABOUT US

Khangadelic is a Sustainable Fashion Label. Khangadelic symbolizes the colour and vibrancy of Kenyan Coastal Culture and Lifestyle through contemporary clothing and accessories.

We have a passion for Fashion and a love for the environment.

Our clothing items are a fusion of East meets west tying in the traditional Kenyan fabric which is Khanga and has proverbs printed on them that are used by women to tie round the waist while doing chores, carrying their babies on their back and for ceremonial use such as weddings.