Akalei 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..
As a resident of Northern New Mexican for over 15 years I l have always loved the colors of the Southwest - blue skies, puffy white clouds, turquoise and coral jewelry, dry sage brush and the sight of mountain ranges. These are reminders that motivate me to create practical jewelry for woman and men using leather that incorporate Picasso Beads with earthy colors to create classic fashion jewelry designs. All these designs can be customized for your needs