Artfully Beaded Strandz
Handcrafted Tie-On Waistbeads
Wear your intention. Honor your journey. Feel the magic.
The Magic of Intention
Nekisha Harrington
Owner/Designer
What are Waistbeads?
Waistbeads are beaded adornments commonly made of glass seed beads, strung and worn around the waist. The traditional strand might be elevated with shells, charms, gemstones, crystals and metals (e.g. gold, silver, hematite, copper, etc.) for added energetic and healing benefits. Waistbeads have been a known element of African culture since the 15th century and can be worn as a symbolic expression for womanhood, femininity, fertility, spirituality, protection, seduction, confidence, sexuality, intimacy, status, wealth, celebration and so much more!
My intention is to channel my unique gift of creative expression into wearable art you love, that keep you mindful, support and encourage you on your own unique journey.
At Artfully Beaded Strandz, we truly believe that intentions hold powerful magic. When used as tools set with sincere mindful intention, wearing tied-on waistbeads is a beautiful reminder and visible accountability partner that is always with you.
Why Wear Waistbeads?
Waistbeads can be many things: adornment, expression, ritual, intention, celebration, and a personal reminder of the woman you’re becoming.
Some women wear them to celebrate their bodies. Some use them as a visual reminder of personal goals. Others simply love the beauty, sensuality, and tradition of wearing beads around the waist.
At Artfully Beaded Strandz, we believe your waistbead becomes even more meaningful when you give it an intention of your own.
About the Designer
Greetings, beautiful one!
I’m Nekisha, Louisiana born and slightly eccentric, a 70's baby who appreciates cool people, good food, soulful music, and beading as a relaxing form of meditation. I made my very first waistbead in 2019 after getting my first one during a vacation in Jamaica. I wasn't prepared for the emotions that came over me when I put on a colorful mix strand whose energy I was attracted to. I absolutely loved it. I felt beautiful, strong, powerful and resilient. You couldn't tell me I wasn't cute and sexy. Even though it was removable, I wore that strand every day. In the weeks that followed, I started learning more about the history and benefits and when I started creating waistbeads for women like me, Artfully Beaded Strandz was born. My designs are inspired by traditional African waistbeads, while bringing my own unique flavor and intentional support for each individual’s healing journey.
