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Continue ShoppingAkalei Designs redefines kumihimo for a new generation, blending Japanese tradition with modern island inspired bead structures using an innovative approach to our style. Our "Kumihimo 2.0" represents the next evolution of braided artistry: advanced blending to create contemporary designs for shoppers (and students) seeking long lasting beauty and innovative designs. Discover jewelry that is affordable, timeless and boldly contemporary.
Akalei Designs redefines Kumihimo for a new generation, blending Japanese tradition with modern bead architecture and structures using innovative materials.Akalei Designs represents the next evolution of braided artistry: advanced bead engineering, and contemporary design for shoppers (and kumihimo students) who seek beauty and innovation.
Each piece is. handcrafted on Maui..
Blue with Violet Fiber 5-Cord Wrap Leather Bracelet - 7." (Medium)
This 5-cord bracelet has a lot of texture to it. First the woven light blue Kumihimo cord stands out as the primary star. Then the other 4 separate leather cords are attached to a smaller silver magnetic end cap for a secure hold. These other cords include: .5 medium brown leather, a .5mm blue leather, a 4 mm flat brown color, and 1 mm black leather round cord. The five cords give it a very unique look for a variety of events (except water swimming or surfing). The metallic magnet provides an extra strong hold. We can make this in a variety of different color leather cords or magnet - email info@akaleidesigns.com for custom designs.
Akalei is Hawaiian for "bead reflections" which describes our unique necklace lei design style available only here on Maui seen on our website and at PopUp Mākeke. We specialize in designing a wide range of modern yet familiar glass beaded Hawaiian Lei for woman, girls, men and boys. These particular items are my favorite to make as I was raised in Northern New Mexico yet these colors look and feel similar to our world on Maui.
It is my goal to provide you with a long lasting, beautiful piece of jewelry that you will enjoy wearing for years to come. I take great care in the construction of my pieces to ensure just that. Please note: colors may slightly differ from their appearance on your display, as it depends on your monitor settings.
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