Martin's cherished gift needed renewal, and Nyokabi Mary recreated elegant pearl bracelets, capturing their sentimental essence beautifully for him. What's your wish?
A request by Martin from Berlin, Germany
Dear people of Urban Change Lab,
I would like to order / buy pearl bracelets from you.
My wife bought the bracelets years ago in West Africa.
In the meantime they are worn out. I could send you pictures of them…
The Journey of Creating custom made pearl bracelets
Negotiation & Planning
custom made pearl bracelets - design ideas and artisan proposals
Hello Martin
My name is Mary and I’d love to make an offer for your idea. The above Bracelet is made of African Glass Beads.
I have used purple and brown beads to contrast the colors . If you’d love to have the same, I’d be more than happy to do it
I have quoted a price for this. Kindly let me know what you think.
Regards,
Mary
Hello Maria,
can you send me a picture of the bracelet?
Thank you Martin (Automatic translation)
Dear Martin,
I am experiencing some difficulties uploading pictures on the Website. This issue is being resolved, and in no time, you will get to see the pictures.
Many thanks
Hii Martin,
Kindly find attached Pictures.
Many thanks,
Mary
Hi Mary,
I would like to order the bottom bracelet on the third picture....
the one with the blue triangle...then everything fits (Automatic translation)
Dear Martin, thank you for your feedback. I will use the measurements indicated on the picture you had sent initially to ensure the bracelet fits.
I am ready to begin this project.
Many thanks
Crafting Process
How to make a custom made pearl bracelets – work in progress
Hii Martin,
It is my hope that you have been keeping up well,
I have started off the Bracelet today, with beads Selection.
This is to ensure that i have the right shade of beads. Am also getting the rest of Materials by end of today.
Will Keep you posted on the progress.
Many thanks
Hello Mary,
the dates are fine...since I'm just getting in touch now, it's all a bit delayed...
Until then Martin (Automatic translation)
Jambo Martin,
Just a little sneak Pic's of the Bracelets' initial production process.
Indeed i am having a wonderful time & enjoying every step of the way.
Something beautiful is about to be produced!
Many thanks
Hello Mary,
what can I write about this....keep up the good work
See you Martin (Automatic translation)
Hello, Martin,
The Bracelet is almost halfway done as shown on the attached Pic.
Its coming along very well....
Hello Mary,
I look forward to seeing the finished bracelet.
Martin (Automatic translation)
Hello Martin,
Bracelet is complete, i had a great time producing it.
Kindly see attached Pictures i have taken with the Final Product.
Many thanks,
Mary
Hello Mary,
nice that everything worked out. i am excited to hold the bracelet in my hands.
Martin (Automatic translation)
The Finished Unique Piece – Individually Handmade
Reference: ON004250E-23723
Detailed Cost Breakdown
| Price | |
|---|---|
| Cost of material |
12.11
|
| Cost of labour |
16.15
|
| Cost of packaging |
1.61
|
| Cost of delivery to local operations manager |
1.61
|
| Subtotal – payout to artisan |
31.48
|
| Customer acquisition costs (advertising etc.) |
3.15
|
| Handling fee Urban Change Lab |
3.15
|
| Shipping costs from Kenya to Germany* |
15
|
| VAT (Germany)* |
7.18
|
| Total |
62.81
|
*Shipping costs and VAT vary depending on your location.
Each price shown is based on a unique, custom request. Final prices may vary depending on materials, effort, and delivery location.
