In the Hawaiian language, 'Moku' has several different meanings including 'broken,' 'pieces' and 'island.' This definition suggests that 'broken' things can still hold value, beauty and importance.
When I find interesting fragments of broken shell, I always wonder where the other pieces are and how long they've been separated. When I collect and admire these small treasures, I can't help but think about PEOPLE...how we all begin as a part of something else. We move, we marry, we separate, we become our own 'island,' from which other pieces may eventually break away. Our edges, our insides, our unique shape tell our story. Beautiful is not always whole or perfect...beautiful can also be "broken."
These adjustable Moku Bracelets highlight the beauty of imperfection with 15-17 colorful, surf tumbled shell and sea glass fragments. These ocean treasures are strung onto hand knotted macrame cord made from bonded nylon thread. One off round fresh water pearl creates the adjustable closure. Pull both rope cords in opposite directions to tighten the bracelet and reverse to loosen.
The adjustability of the design makes these pieces "One Size Fits Many." Each bracelet sizes down to approximately 6.25 inches. Remember that the bracelet will need to slip over your fist (in the same way you would put on a bangle).
Dimensions + Details
adjustable down to 6.25
shell, sea glass, sea pottery
fresh water off round pearl adjustable closure
4 ply hand knotted macrame made from bonded nylon thread
