Handmade in Tanzania

ABURY Maasai handicraft handmade in Tanzania

Tanzania is a country in the east of the African continent. It is home to more than 120 ethnic tribes and almost as many languages, but they are united by their common languages Swahili or Kiswahili and the cultural heritage they share. Amongst different African influences, the culture also carries Arab, Egypt and European traces. Tanzanian people value modesty, politeness and respect. These are the virtues the harmonious national culture is based on.

Handicraft plays an important part in Tanzanian every day life. Especially masks and beadwork manufactured into handmade jewellery have a cultural meaning: the handicraft jewellery in different colours and patterns is worn depending on the occasion. The diverse beading techniques and patterns are part of Tanzania’s cultural heritage, each more tantalising than the next.

By combining elements of the country’s cultural heritage with modern design, something beautiful can be created: The Tanzanian fair trade brand Sidai Designs, whose handmade jewellery pieces are available here in the ABURY online shop, was founded in 2009. Since then, the fair trade brand works together with Maasai women who manufacture the sustainable fashion jewellery pieces. The brand creates a real social impact since it helps artisans to generate their own income and supports the preservation of the Maasais’ cultural heritage.

“Sidai“ means “good“ or “beautiful“ in the Maasai tribal language, Maa. And this is absolutely true! The handmade jewellery from Tanzania is colourful yet intricately beaded and elegant. No wonder the handicraft rings, bracelets and earrings are some of our bestsellers here at ABURY. The Tanzanian jewellery is the embodiment of sustainable fashion: It is made from upcycled materials such as thread salvaged from old grain bags and recycled metal beads, old canisters and yoghurt pots which create the boning of the handicraft jewellery. And you can help to create social impact and to preserve cultural heritage with your purchase. What are you waiting for? This fair trade handmade jewellery is too pretty to not add a piece of it to your personal jewellery collection.

ABURY Maasai handicraft handmade in Tanzania

Tanzania is a country in the east of the African continent. It is home to more than 120 ethnic tribes and almost as many languages, but they are united by their common languages Swahili or Kiswahili and the cultural heritage they share. Amongst different African influences, the culture also carries Arab, Egypt and European traces. Tanzanian people value modesty, politeness and respect. These are the virtues the harmonious national culture is based on.

Handicraft plays an important part in Tanzanian every day life. Especially masks and beadwork manufactured into handmade jewellery have a cultural meaning: the handicraft jewellery in different colours and patterns is worn depending on the occasion. The diverse beading techniques and patterns are part of Tanzania’s cultural heritage, each more tantalising than the next.

By combining elements of the country’s cultural heritage with modern design, something beautiful can be created: The Tanzanian fair trade brand Sidai Designs, whose handmade jewellery pieces are available here in the ABURY online shop, was founded in 2009. Since then, the fair trade brand works together with Maasai women who manufacture the sustainable fashion jewellery pieces. The brand creates a real social impact since it helps artisans to generate their own income and supports the preservation of the Maasais’ cultural heritage.

“Sidai“ means “good“ or “beautiful“ in the Maasai tribal language, Maa. And this is absolutely true! The handmade jewellery from Tanzania is colourful yet intricately beaded and elegant. No wonder the handicraft rings, bracelets and earrings are some of our bestsellers here at ABURY. The Tanzanian jewellery is the embodiment of sustainable fashion: It is made from upcycled materials such as thread salvaged from old grain bags and recycled metal beads, old canisters and yoghurt pots which create the boning of the handicraft jewellery. And you can help to create social impact and to preserve cultural heritage with your purchase. What are you waiting for? This fair trade handmade jewellery is too pretty to not add a piece of it to your personal jewellery collection.

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