It is here!

The day has finally arrived - also in our small town! Vuvuzelas are heard, people of all ages are dressed in yellow, businesses closed early, our flag is seen everywhere... I took these pictures at the Breytenbach Cultural Centre where my studio is. No need to go to the Grand Parade in Cape Town to catch the "gees" (spirit) - it's here in Wellington! Go Bafana Go!!

4 days to go!

It's hard to believe that the long expected World Cup Soccer tournament is about to start - its here! We were selected to sell our products in the Cape Craft and Design Institute's Collective Shop at the Cape Town FanFest on the Grand Parade. We made a variety of products which we hope will be snapped up by soccer tourists wishing to take something home which is handmade in South Africa.

Thank you to the Cape Town City Council and the Cape Craft and Design Institute for showcasing 200+ Western Cape crafters products during the tournament. It is here!

Colour Chart

At last - our bead colour chart!

Recycled glass pendants

We've made these pendants with discarded wine bottles and ceramic clay. There are so many glass bottles lying around begging to be recycled. Our next recycling effort will be to make glass beads. One small step towards improving our environment.

Handbag buddies

Add a touch of authenticity to your handbag with one of our handbag buddies - as each bead is made by hand, your bag decoration is 100% one-of-a-kind and truly South African! Retail price: R85-00.

Bracelets

Our bracelets are very popular as they are so easy to wear - simply slip your hand through the strong elastic cord and off you go - no uneasy hooks and clasps to deal with! They are very, very reasonably priced at only R75 each (retail). Discount for orders above R2 000. Send an e-mail to earthbutterbeads@gmail.com to order.

Marzipan - don't eat it!

These two gorgeous necklaces were made by Marzipan in Cape Town using amongst others our very own turquoise raku beads and stoneware discs! Please visit their website www.marzipan.co.za to see more of their very highly original jewellry.