by Angela | Sep 14, 2015 | Fashion, Style
A year ago my deepest love for Africa and passion for giving back inspired me to start my own handmade African jewelry line. My goal is to help educate and share with the world the beautiful African Krobo Trade Beads or sometimes referred to as African Slave Beads from Ghana, West Africa. Krobo, powder glass trade beads are the most popular type of recycled African Beads made using the recycled glass procedure. They have been popular since the 18th Century when used as a currency for trade. The Krobo people of Ghana are attributed with the earliest production of powder glass beads, widely recognized as the eco-friendly alternative to blown-glass creations. Glass remnants are sourced from general waste such as broken bottles and jars. These are ground down to what is known as “fritt”, which is a fine powder-like consistency, and then added to porcelain molds lined with a clay. The molds are placed in a kiln, and prior to cooling the glass is shaped into the beads. Each and every one of the beads I use in my jewelry designs are carefully selected, and hand-made by me in North Carolina. This is custom made-to-order, one of a kind jewelry. One of the business goals with regards to my jewelry making is a 10% of each sold item give back to three families located directly in Ghana. This will help provide financial assistance needed to take care of their families, which is personal for me. I strongly believe in sowing back into the region where these gorgeous beads are created. As my business grows, I plan to increase the...
by Angela | Apr 17, 2015 | Beauty, Fashion, Style
Last night I had a blast with the fabulous girls of The Southern Blog Society for a Meet Up at Kendra Scott in Durham, NC. The event was organized by Nikki Richardson of Bedazzles After Dark blog and Emily of Life With Emily Blog. It was so exciting to see everyone, and finally meet some of the gorgeous bloggers I follow and talk to, but never had a chance to meet face to face. While chatting we enjoyed delicious treats and cocktails, and also previewed Kendra Scott’s new Via Maya 2015 Summer line. I have my eye on several statement necklaces that I plan on adding to my wardrobe. There was a mini photo booth, and the amazing Em Grey from Em Grey Photography snapping photos. I felt so much love from these talented group of girls who constantly are the source of my inspiration. This was such a fun night!!! I can’t wait until the next one! Love, The Ultimate...
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