Kupenda for the Children

This ring features interlocking stripes of red and green beads.

This Kenyan pendant necklace features black and white alternating beadwork and cow bone detailing. The bones are dyed using a method known as “batiking”. The pattern is made on the bones with wax and then dyed. When the dye is dry, the wax is removed and a pattern remains on...

This ring features vertical stripes of beadwork in black, red, and a hint of yellow.

This 7 in. bracelet incorporates the colors of Africa in a 5-tier beaded design and barrel clasp enclosure.

This ring features black, green, red, and yellow beads stacked in a striped pattern.

Although sub-Saharan Africa is home to just over 10% of the world’s population, more than 60% of its people are living with AIDS. Support AIDS awareness with this 3-tier white and red beaded necklace running 19.5 in. in length. Includes a barrel clasp enclosure making it easy to take on...

Although sub-Saharan Africa is home to just over 10% of the world’s population, more than 60% of its people are living with AIDS. Support AIDS awareness with this white and red beaded AIDS pin.

This patriotic bracelet features red, white, and blue beads in a loop pattern with a barrel clasp enclosure.

This necklace features red, white, and blue beads in 3 tiers. It runs 16.5 in. in length and includes a barrel clasp enclosure.

This blue and white bracelet is beaded in 4 tiers and runs 8 in. in length. It also features a barrel clasp enclosure.

This necklace features red, black and blue beadwork. It runs 17.5 in. in length and includes a barrel clasp enclosure. This necklace is named after one of Kupenda’s children, Antony, who suffered from cerebral palsy and poor fine motor skills. Now, with the help of Kupenda supporters and physical therapy,...

This ring is beaded in clear and green and features multiple tiers of interlacing beadwork.

This necklace features yellow, blue, and red beads and a barrel clasp enclosure. It also incorporates a common seed found in many African countries. Known as “Job’s Tears”, these seeds are actually very hard, wooden pods that form around the tiny flowers of the grass. Since they have a natural...

This oversized tote bag is convenient for carrying just about everything! It features sturdy shoulder straps and a colorful check design.

This ring features dynamic red, yellow, green, and black beads in a striped pattern on a square platform. It is named after Cindy Bauer, Kupenda’s founder.

This necklace features green and yellow intervals of beadwork, as well as green and orange pearl beads, and a barrel clasp enclosure.

This black, green, yellow, and red beaded bracelet features a loop pattern and half-crescent color patterns. Also includes a barrel clasp enclosure.

This bracelet features white and yellow beads. It runs 9 in. in length and includes a barrel clasp enclosure.

This necklace features yellow and blue beads and a barrel clasp enclosure. It also incorporates a common seed found in many African countries. Known as “Job’s Tears”, these seeds are actually very hard, wooden pods that form around the tiny flowers of the grass. Since they have a natural hole...

This black and red beaded necklace features a beautifully carved elephant pendant and barrel clasp enclosure.