Zulu communities’ telephone wire bracelets
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Ever wondered how the telecommunication technicians work with such small wires? Well spare a thought for the Zulu women who weaves these bracelets made from discarded telephone wire. Available in 1.25″ and 2″ widths as well as a cuff bracelet, and a range of styles that accentuate their skills gained fro years of weaving their own baskets. True artisans.
The Zulu communities, like many other African communities, are being ravaged by HIV/AIDS and being some of the poorest in the world, these products are helping them to gain business skills and health education plus a chance to support themselves. Then comes the added benefit of using a product discarded by the so-called developed world, applying their skills and then selling it back to the same people who discarded it in the first place.
To sell the full range and products made from telephone wire and order online, visit Original Women.
