Kazuri Beads - African Hand Beaded Blue Necklace

Unique beaded necklace from a workshop for bead jewelry & ceramics handcrafted by local women in Kenya at Kazuri Beads. Kazuri means “small and beautiful” in Swahili. Beads have a weight to them. Gorgeous in the light. Measures 31” long. About Kazuri: Its founder started with two single motherhood women and soon discovered that there were many others in the villages around Nairobi, most of who were disadvantaged and were in great need of regular employment. Today Kazuri has grown tremendously and now has a large workforce of over 340 women skilled in the crafting of ceramic beads, strung into beautifully and artistically jewelry. The flair has taken us to a different dimension of making our own unique range of pottery which reflects the culture and wildlife of Kenya. Each piece, like our beads, is handmade and hand painted in rich colors. Our mission is to provide and sustain employment opportunities for disadvantaged members of Kenyan society, especially Single Motherhood women and in order to achieve this, we must produce top quality Ceramic Jewelry and Pottery. This will also ensure that we are well equipped to compete and be recognized in both the local and international market. Our Vision is to be recognized in both the local and International market as a top Brand of Hand crafted ceramic producer. Our Brand is well established worldwide as we export over 60% through a network of distributors all over the world. Kazuri is a member of World Fair Trade Organization.