Antiguan Beaded Bracelets

Introducing the Botanique Greenbay Bracelet—a 9.1-inch masterpiece of heritage wear meticulously crafted from wild tamarind seeds. This intricately handmade bracelet, available for s...

The masterful handicraft of wild tamarind and jumbie bead seedwork is a dying art, with only five women left in the world to create it. Botaniqué Studios is putting Antiguan and Barb...

The original variation of this design has been exclusively tailored for sale at The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History & Culture. This is a ladder design varia...

This unique 8” x .5” bracelet is inspired by the flag of Antigua and Barbuda and the Pan-African Flag. The wild tamarind seeds dyed black represent the black in both flags symbolizin...

The original variation of this design has been exclusively tailored for sale at The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History & Culture. This is variation #5 of our most popular bracelet design, in ode to Barbuda. This unique 8” x .5” bracelet is inspired by the flag of Antigua and Barbuda and the Pan-African Flag. The wild tamarind seeds dyed black represent the black in both flags symbolizing Black peoples. In contrast, the petal-floral patterns accentuated with the red of the jumbie bead seeds highlight the Blood shed for the sake of liberation and the blood that unites us all across the diaspora—perfectly closing with a wild tamarind and jumbie bead seed loop and button. It inspires all that wear this bracelet to embody its symbolism. The masterful handicraft of wild tamarind and jumbie bead seedwork is a dying art, with only five women left in the world to create it. Botaniqué Studios...

Botanique allows the consumer to explore and celebrate African history, albeit under the jurisdiction of the diaspora. The painstaking process of creating these crafts represents the stamina of the people and the traditions who made the journey from the African Continent. This craft is of such value that its preservation and development should be an essential element of efforts to enliven African culture among the diaspora. This item is from our Sui Generis...

Jamaica Kincaid is a world-renowned Antiguan-American novelist born in St. John's, Antigua, living in North Bennington, Vermont. Kincaid's notable works like "A Small Place" and "Ann...

The original inhabitants of the islands of Antigua and Barbuda were indigenous Taino (Arawak) and the Kalinago (Carib) groups. Taíno was also the native language of the Taíno tribes living in the northern Lesser Antilles, Puerto Rico, the Turks and Caicos Islands, and most of the land mass of Hispaniola. We present this bracelet to them, as the ancestors of our island and their fight to attempt to keep their lands safe from colonization. The blood they shed does not go unnoticed. Botaniqué allows the consumer to explore and celebrate African and Indigenous history, albeit under the jurisdiction of the diaspora. Today, seed work is threatened as a dying art. Only five women on the island of Antigua are master seed workers. To save this art form before it vanishes forever, your purchase will aid in this preservation effort. This item is from our Sui Generis...

The masterful handicraft of wild tamarind and jumbie bead seedwork is a dying art, with only five women left in the world to create it. Botanique is putting Antiguan and Barbudan see...

Discover the iconic Rhysia’s Tears bracelet featuring dark wild tamarind seed and subtle beige bead inlays – all assembled as one joyfully monochromatic-like composition. Following in the footsteps of the Celeris Bracelet, this adornment for your wrist is crafted with the Blue-Legged centipede of Antigua and Barbuda...

Botanique's handmade bracelet is part of the brand's 'Sailing' collection. An ode to Antigua’s rich history with sailing. Lovers of ships, the sea, sailing, and regatta season know that the beautiful island of Antigua is infamous for Antigua Sailing Week, which started in 1968. This back-and-forth placement of the Black and Brown Wild Tamarind seeds has a playful nature that reminds you of the waves felt on the sea. Pair it with other pieces from the collection for the full seaside look. Only five women were on the island of Antigua as master seed workers. To save this art form before it vanished forever, an educational program was developed to preserve the tradition of seed work, with full scholarships for young candidates. Botaniqué Studio...

Botaniqué Studio’s handmade bracelet is part of the brand's 'Sailing' collection. An ode to the love of visitors far and wide who gravitate towards A...

The designs express the perfect synergy between Black and Brown wild tamarind seeds when combined in a dazzling palette. Aptly named an ode to Antigua’s vibrant culture around sailing, the “Argo” Bracelet pays tribute to a ship that sails under the flag of Antigua and Barbuda...

Discover the iconic Scole bracelet featuring dark wild tamarind seed and subtle beige bead inlays – all assembled as one joyfully monochromatic-like composition. Subtly named from the scientific name for the centipede, Scolopendra. Following in the footsteps of the Celeris Bracelet, this adornment for your wrist is crafted with the Blue-Legged centipede of Antigua and Barbuda...

The “Liberta” bracelet is an authentic artistic expression directly tying our tradition to a challenging past in every seed. The “Liberta” bracelet is aptly named after one of the largest villages in Antigua, which appropriately received the name for its meaning––liberty and honoring the freed people...

Botaniqué Studio’s handmade bracelet is part of the brand's 'Sailing' collection. An ode to Antigua’s rich history with sailing. Few but avid sailor...

Capturing the mixture of tradition and vibrancy, the Louise Bracelet is a part of our “Artisan Collection,” lovingly named after one of our Master Seedwork Artisans, Esther Edwards. This unique and handmade bracelet is created with wild tamarind seeds sprinkled with wild tamarind seeds dyed black, perfectly placed within this signature design. This pattern is a classic creation for the master seedwork artisans and for the overall island as a typical pattern possessed by Antiguan & Barbudan locales, with a twist to be created distinctively for you. These artistic expressions are botanical in nature and are unique to the twin-island Caribbean nation of Antigua and Barbuda...

Capturing the mixture of tradition and vibrancy, the Louise Bracelet is a part of our “Artisan Collection,” lovingly named after one of our Master Seedwork Artisans, Louise Edwards. ...