The Maasai beaded jewellery

Beading is not just about the jewellery, it's about women empowerment.
Jennifer Pere (45 yr old)
'This is a cow’s hide. I have shaped into this design and now using this wire and beads to create a pattern. I use this needle to make a small hole into the hide.
We start teaching girls from the age of 13 on how to do beadwork. Girls as young as 8 can do simple designs like chains.
In the past, as Maasais we loved using red-coloured beads but now we have some developments.'
Over time, new designs have emerged through their interactions with other tribes like the Samburu & Pokot, and through client’s suggesting new designs.
They also tend to explore new ways of making the jewellery.
During a wedding ceremony, it is important that the bride be adorned in many layers of the beaded necklaces, as this is a sign of beauty and abundance.
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I'm a Zulu and I'm obsessed with Masai culture, there's a link for sure between Zulu and masai

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I am inspired by the deep Zulu culture & heritage. I’d love to know more about the Zulu history

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Hi, they are made by the talented women of Twala Tenebo Village, Ilpolei. I'd be happy to connect you with them. please dm me via IG at instagram.com/naitiemu/