In 1981, in a northern California college town, two fresh college graduates were in search of careers. Holly Hosterman had an art degree in jewelry-making and Paul “Yashi” Lubitz, a double degree in industrial technology and music. They believed their talents laid the foundation for the creation of a jewelry design business, so they transformed their one-car garage into a design studio and got to work from their kitchen table. There, they designed and manufactured the pieces that would mark the start of their lifelong careers.

Acacia Creations is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya where we’re busy turning recycled magazines into wearable pieces of art. And we’re also building a brighter future for our staff and their families. That’s because at Acacia Creations we operate according to fair trade principles and return a percentage of each sale directly to our employees in Kenya and Uganda. That means each purchase you make directly benefits our workers. So shop on, enjoy your one-of-a-kind, ethical, eco-friendly accessories and know that, thanks to you, our workers receive a wage 5 times higher than the national average in Kenya!                                 

Based in The Rift Valley Kenya, East Africa, The Leakey Collection founders Katy and Philip Leakey, combine their talents in interior design and the arts with their love of nature to develop stunning handcrafted products for an international market.

Using natural elements such as fallen wood, grass and porcelain, these renowned designers create unique products while protecting the environment and providing economic opportunity to the local communities. Zulugrass and Zuluwood beads, bracelets and necklaces are sold in stores worldwide. The entire collection is now available on LeakeyLife.com, their online retail site. From high fashion jewelry to home interior design accessories, The Leakey Collection's natural elegance distinguishes this high end product line as one of the world's premier offerings.

Our fashion jewelry ranges from glass beads to stretch bangles, charm-bead bracelets to natural stone; these items are great for gifts or just because all at a reasonable price.

Bauble LuLu, The Good Bead's popular new collection of interchangeable beads and jewelry, is now available. You can now offer the look your customers want, at prices they will love. Our high quality European style beads fit on all the popular brand name chains in addition to our very own interchangeable bracelets, bangles, necklaces and key chains. Creating and recreating your own look has never been more affordable or fun!

Renn Farmer of Monroe, NC is the founder and vision behind Lela Belle, Inc. Fascinated by the beauty and uniqueness of lampwork beads, Renn was inspired to create a bracelet that would allow you to interchange these beautiful beads. Named after her grandmother Lela Belle Little, each bead has its own distinctive charm and when placed together, creates a bracelet that shows your own individual style. Lela Belle was a charming little lady who had a big impact on the lives of others … it is Renn’s hope that her grandmother’s giving spirit will live on as these beads are passed on from one generation to the next