Mapula embroidered cushion 50x50 - South Africa Vinterior These bangles were traditionally worn

These bangles were traditionally worn by Tutsi people to protect their wrists from damage or bruising when they use bowstrings there is a recoil action which can catch your wrists

How It Works

to avoid cracking

and its silversmiths have long expressed that faith in metalwork

Mapula embroidered cushion 50x50 - South Africa Vinterior These bangles were traditionally wornMAPULA (Mother of Rain) embroideries are original, designed and hand made by about 150 women . Their work hangs in museums and private collections worldwide. Embroiderers work at home and from a base at the DWT Nthathe Adult Education Centre with the Sisters of Mercy in the Winterveld, 40km northwest of Pretoria. Since 1991 the income has empowered the women, helped them feed and educate their children and improve their lives. Initiated by Pretoria