{"product_id":"handcrafted-beaded-cup","title":"Handcrafted Beaded cup","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThe Beaded Mug is a handcrafted decorative cup made in Kenya by covering a standard mug with carefully arranged colorful beads. The beadwork creates attractive patterns around the cup, transforming an everyday item into a distinctive piece of African-inspired art. Each mug combines a familiar functional form with detailed hand-beading, giving it a unique handcrafted appearance.\u003cbr\u003eThe beaded mug is ideal as a decorative piece, souvenir, gift, or cultural display item. It can also be used to hold small items such as pens, makeup brushes, and accessories, adding color and handcrafted character to homes, offices, hotels, reception areas, and other spaces.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Kenya\u003cbr\u003e- Material: Beads and a standard mug\u003cbr\u003e- Size: Length 8 cm × Width 9 cm\u003cbr\u003e- Weight: 100 g\u003cbr\u003e- Use: Suitable as a decorative piece, souvenir, gift, or cultural display item. It can also be used to organize small items such as pens, makeup brushes, and accessories.\u003cbr\u003e- Availability: Made to order within 5–10 days.\u003cbr\u003e- Customization: Can be customized with different bead patterns and colors upon request.\u003cbr\u003e- Maintenance: Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid excessive moisture and harsh cleaning products to help protect the beadwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Story\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe making of each beaded mug begins with selecting a standard mug to serve as the base. Beads are carefully chosen according to the desired colors and pattern, then arranged and secured by hand around the exterior of the mug. The artisan gradually builds the design, paying close attention to the placement of each bead until the surface is transformed into a colorful decorative piece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eBeadwork has been practiced in different Kenyan communities for generations and is commonly seen in jewelery, clothing, accessories, ceremonial pieces, and decorative objects. Patterns and colors provide artisans with a way to express creativity, identity, and cultural traditions. By applying beadwork to an everyday object such as a mug, artisans bring traditional craftsmanship into contemporary spaces while preserving the distinctive character of Kenyan handmade beadwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Precious jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67657693364384,"sku":null,"price":24.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0470\/9852\/7904\/files\/ILi6NgDZMv.png?v=1791370881","url":"https:\/\/mawuafrica.com\/en-us\/products\/handcrafted-beaded-cup","provider":"Mawu Africa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}