Two-Strand Beaded Cord Bracelet with Faceted Brass

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Two slim strands ride a braided cord, small round beads spaced by faceted brass that catches light between them. The palette shifts strand to strand — coral against navy in one, blush against pale blue in another.

Material: Achira seeds, wood, brass, cotton cord
Color: Multicolor
Closure: Adjustable slipknot
Origin: Ecuador
Bead size: 4-7 mm
Cord: Woven cotton

The bands sit close on the wrist and the woven slipknot slides to fit. Scale stays quiet — nothing wider than a few millimeters — which makes it easy to stack with other thin bracelets or wear alone as a small line of color.

Details

Double-layered strands
Faceted brass bead accents
Mixed bead sizes 4-7 mm
Adjustable woven slipknot closure

Each bracelet is hand-strung from natural seeds and wood, so slight variations in bead color, shape, and size are part of the piece.

The Story

The achira plant (Canna edulis) is grown across the Andes of Ecuador and Colombia, mainly for its starchy rhizome — a food crop. The hard seed pods left after harvest are dried and repurposed as beads, a practical use of what would otherwise be waste.

Ecuadorian cooperatives mix these seeds with wood and brass on a cord, building color and texture rather than uniformity. Seeds are sorted, sometimes dyed by hand, and strung one bead at a time so each strand reads a little differently while the brass ties the layers together.

The slipknot closure is standard across South American beaded jewelry: no hardware, and one band fits a range of wrist sizes.

Craft & Care

Technique: Ecuadorian seed and beadwork

Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Remove before swimming, showering, or applying lotion — moisture affects the seeds and wood, and helps slow tarnish on the brass.

Questions

What are achira seeds?

Achira seeds come from the achira plant (Canna edulis), grown in Ecuador. The dried, hardened seed pods are cleaned, sometimes dyed, and strung as beads.

How do I adjust the fit?

The bracelet closes with a woven slipknot, so you slide it to loosen or tighten the band to your wrist.

Will the brass beads tarnish?

Brass can darken over time with air and moisture. Wiping the beads with a soft, dry cloth after wear slows this and keeps them bright.

Can I get it wet?

Remove the bracelet before swimming, showering, or applying lotion. Moisture and oils affect the natural seed and wood beads over time.