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Two pairs of custom made cufflinks

Two pairs of custom made cufflinks

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Lucille Nyikuri captured Michael's passion by crafting two pairs of cufflinks, blending the essence of Africa and the elegance of music. What's your wish?

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“The two pairs of cufflinks meet my expectations to 110% - they are even better than I imagined! Tha…Read more“The two pairs of cufflinks meet my expectations to 110% - they are even better than I imagined! Thank you.” — Automated Translation Germany (29. August 2017)
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A request by Michael from Hannover, Germany

I read that someone has made cufflinks with the outline of Africa. I think this is a great idea and I would like the same. Furthermore I would like a pair of cufflinks with the outline of a double bass instrument.

The Journey of Creating Two pairs of custom made cufflinks

Negotiation & Planning

Artisan's Proposals

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Lucille Nyikuri (6. February 2017)

Hi Micheal
Thanks for expressing interest in our work.we would be honored to make for you cuff links.We shall initiate the process by creating a prototype for the double bass instrument shape and sharing photos of our previous work.As the process ensues we shall update you with images and photos.Please feel free to give feedback on the shape once we post the images.We shall work together to ensure you get a product that meets your expectations.The prototype which is best known as the mold will be made from plastic.The shape of the mold will be used to create the final product which will be cast in Brass metal.If you have any queries please feel free to ask.Thanks
Lucille

Automated Translation (10. February 2017)

Hello Lucille,

thank you very much for your response and apologies for the delay - I was travelling in Africa.

I have seen the pictures you provided and like the form. But I would prefer the cufflinks in silver instead of gold. (This does not mean that it has to be real silver/real gold ... of course the "gold" is brass - just referring to the colour). Would that be possible?

When it comes to the cost: are these for one pair of cufflinks or for both pairs?

BR
Michael

Lucille Nyikuri (10. February 2017)

Hi Michael
I hope you enjoyed your excursion in Africa.I have quoted for both cufflinks.It is possible to do them in silver color.
Thanks

Automated Translation (12. February 2017)

Dear Lucille,

thank you for your prompt reply. Yes, indeed I did enjoy my trip although it was for business purpose only. Also it has been South-Africa this time which is not really Africa, to be honest. And personally I enjoy East-Africa much more 🙂

With respect to your response: understanding that the price you have offered is for both pairs together and understanding that they will be in "silver", please proceed

br
Michael

Lucille Nyikuri (15. February 2017)

hi Michael
I hope your great.I have attached a ring we made in the shape of the double bass instrument.Please approve the shape so we can use this as a prototype for making the cuff links.
Thanks
Lucille

Automated Translation (1. March 2017)

Hello Lucille,
Frankly, I cannot really recognize the form (I assume it is the image on the far right). Would the cufflinks be massive or rather delicate, as the picture on the right?
Regards
Michael

Lucille Nyikuri (1. March 2017)

Hi Michael
The cuff links will be delicate nothing massive.Unfortunately we cant do them in silver we are forced to use aluminum and we cant realise the product with this metal.The only metal we can work with for now is Brass.If your fine with that then we can proceed.
Thanks

Crafting Process

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Lucille Nyikuri (5. March 2017)

Hi Michael
Please give me feedback on the metal.

Translator MB (6. March 2017)

That's ok 🙂 Silver won't work, right?

Lucille Nyikuri (7. March 2017)

Hi Micheal
We can do them in Brass and coat them with Silver.If that is okay with you.

Automated Translation (10. March 2017)

What would be the extra costs?

Lucille Nyikuri (13. March 2017)

Hi Micheal there will be no extra cost for that.

Automated Translation (14. March 2017)

Then please coat it with silver.

Lucille Nyikuri (14. March 2017)

ok we shall begin the work

Lucille Nyikuri (21. March 2017)

Hi Micheal
How are you?The work is progressing well.I will send you images of the mold for your approval.
Thanks

Automated Translation (23. March 2017)

Hi Lucille
I'm fine and I hope you are too.
Unfortunately I don't see any new pictures...
Regards Michael.

Lucille Nyikuri (27. March 2017)

Hi Michael
I hope your well.We have completed the map of Africa cufflink the second is abit of a challenge.
I will furnish you with an image of the mold as soon as we complete.
Thanks

Lucille Nyikuri (31. March 2017)

Hi Michael
I hope your well.We are concluding on the mold for your approval.I will send you images of the same on Monday.Sorry it has taken time it has been a bit of a challenge.

Lucille Nyikuri (4. April 2017)

Hi Michael
We have done the mould in plastic.Please have a look and give me feedback.
Thanks

Lucille Nyikuri (9. April 2017)

Hi Michael
I hope your well? Please give me feedback on the mould so we can proceed.Have we captured the shape correctly?
Thanks

Translator MB (17. April 2017)

Yes - please proceed

Lucille Nyikuri (19. April 2017)

Thanks,we shall proceed to cast it in Brass.I will share the image with you before we do the silver coat.

Lucille Nyikuri (30. April 2017)

Hi Michael
I hope your well.Sorry for the silence.I have been unwell, sorry to bog you down with that but I would rather be honest.We have a public holiday tomorrow the work continues on Tuesday.I will have some crisp and clear images for you this week.
Thank you for your patience.

Automated Translation (5. May 2017)

Hello Lucille,
I am sorry to hear of your illness. I hope that it was nothing serious and that you're better now. In any case, I am very happy that production has recommenced.
Greetings to Kenya
Michael

Lucille Nyikuri (11. May 2017)

Hi Michael
I am back on my feet thanks.I have attached a video of the process it takes to make the sample of your cuff link.I have also attached the final image of the top part of the cuff links.
I hope we have captured the correct shape and appearance as per your description.
Thanks

Automated Translation (21. May 2017)

Everything is fine

Lucille Nyikuri (22. May 2017)

Great we shall proceed.

Automated Translation (25. May 2017)

Hello Lucille, When can you send? I would be delighted to be able to wear the cufflinks in the near future 🙂

Lucille Nyikuri (26. May 2017)

Hi Micheal
I have attached the Brass version of the cuff links.I will then proceed to take them for dipping so that they are silver coated.

Automated Translation (30. May 2017)

Very good. Thank you Lucille 🙂

Lucille Nyikuri (30. May 2017)

Hi Micheal
The final product is here.I have uploaded the images of both cuff links.Give me your feedback then we can ship them.
Thanks

Automated Translation (6. June 2017)

They look great - I look forward to wearing them 🙂

Lucille Nyikuri (9. June 2017)

Hi Michael
Please confirm if your satisfied with the map of Africa cufflinks?

The Finished Unique Piece – Individually Handmade

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Reference: ON000506E-1896

Detailed Cost Breakdown

Price
Cost of material
56.15
Cost of labour
65.51
Cost of packaging
4.68
Cost of delivery to local operations manager
3.74
Subtotal – payout to artisan
130.08
Customer acquisition costs (advertising etc.)
13.01
Handling fee Urban Change Lab
13.01
Shipping costs from Kenya to Germany*
15
VAT (Germany)*
32.51
Total
203.61

*Shipping costs and VAT vary depending on your location.

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Category: Custom madeTag: accessories, african print, brass, cufflinks, fashion, jewelry
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About Lucille Nyikuri

My name is Lucille Nyikuri i am the owner of Lukagwa African Art&Jewellers.We Specialize in the meticulous composition recycled glass beads from West Africa and locally made to come up with stylish jewelry that transcend trends.trends. Lukagwa is an enterprise that empowers girls who dropped out of school due to unwanted pregnancies or other circumstances.

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