African inspired handmade accessories. by akrasiboutique on Etsy

Akrasi is a Ghanaian name meaning the heart of a soul. It is my grandmother’s name and the home of handmade, bespoke accessories using the highest quality African wax print. Inspired by 50/60’s African fashion nostalgia, yet quintessentially British with a London accent, Akrasi was born from the desire to create unique hair and clothing accessories that are quirky, classic and stylish.

Akrasi is a zero waste design boutique. I source distinctive and colourful textiles from remnants, (cuttings that remain at the end of a roll) making most of our pieces one of kind.

Growing up, my mother was a dress maker producing bespoke traditional Ghanaian costumes for special occasions. I was always fascinated by the tools of the trade, the cutting board, beautiful wax print fabrics that dance with colour and the magical item that would one day be mine.... The Singer sewing machine.

The traditional costumes of Ghana are not just beautiful. Ghana’s ancient heritage and culture influence the designs, fabrics, intricate patterns and have been used by Ghanaians for centuries as they carry the old knowledge and tradition. Alongside this, because these textiles are created using printed wax technique the colour remains lively, doesn't fade and brightens the tone for all. These products are made using a combination of hand stitching, sewing machine and I’ve been influenced by the Japanese 'kanzashi' style to create the cloth flowers.

I enjoy using the Singer machine not only because quality lasts, but also its historical significance. In the 30's when Singer came out as the first professional sewing machine available to the masses, it encouraged independent machinists to experiment with designs and created a source of independence for women. Years later my Singer sewing machine works to create unique contemporary accessories.

This season features a range of exclusive items to complete your outfit ranging from headband ties, bun ties, clips and brooches to cufflinks and pocket squares.

Currently introducing, barrette clips for your hair and button pins to wear on your coat!

These handmade accoutrements will compliment both traditional and western dress.

Please browse the shop where you will find that special something to make your outfit pop, or even the perfect set for a gift!

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African wax print fabric rose with vintage button centre flower pin | flower hair clip | flower brooch |

Kente African wax print pocket square with cufflinks | men's accessories | Ankara pocket square | African cufflinks

African print blue and orange hair accessory set includes wire hair tie, wire bun tie and flower brooch | hair clip

African wax red, black and yellow print rose flower with pearl centre | flower pin | flower hair clip | flower brooch | clothing accessories

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Black ankara floral print wire twist hair tie | hair wrap | African print headwrap | Ankara print wire head tie

African wax ankara detail wavy silver hair grip | hair slide | hair accessories

Sika hair pin set in bronze | African wax Bobby pin | Ankara hair slide

African wax print detail snap clip in dark silver | green, white and red hair clip | hair accessories

African wax contemporary kente detail wavy bronze hair grip | hair slide | hair accessories

African wax contemporary kente detail wavy silver hair grip | hair slide | hair accessories

Floral ankara detail wavy bronze hair grip | hair slide | hair accessories

Blue Ankara African wax print pocket square with cufflinks | men's accessories

Kente African wax print pocket square with cufflinks | men's accessories | Ankara pocket square | African cufflinks

Black kente print half turban headband | African wax print headwrap

Dashiki hair pin set | African Bobby pin | Ankara hair slide

Kente hair pin set | African Bobby pin | Ankara hair slide

African wax kente detail snap clip in bronze | Ankara hair clip | hair accessories

Yellow floral African wax print pocket square with cufflinks | men's accessories

Blue, red and brown ankara floral print wire twist hair tie | hair wrap | African print headwrap | Ankara print wire head tie

Handmade kente ruffle flower on silver snap clips | Ankara hair clip | hair accessories

Yellow, red and pink ankara floral print wire twist hair tie | hair wrap | African print headwrap | Ankara print wire head tie

Dashiki detail barrette hair clip in bronze

African wax print flower with button centre | kente fabric flower | flower pin | flower hair clip | flower brooch | clothing accessories

Dashiki print flower with lace & gemstone vintage button centre | flower pin | flower hair clip | flower brooch | clothing accessories

Kente hair pin set | African Bobby pin | Ankara hair slide

African wax print floral yellow and orange wire twist hair wrap | African print wire hair tie | Ankara print headtie | headwrap

Star flower with vintage button centre in kente print | kanzashi flower pin | flower hair clip | flower brooch | clothing accessories

African wax dashiki detail wavy bronze hair grip | hair slide | hair accessories

African wax print detail snap clip in dark silver | red and yellow hair clip | hair accessories

African wax print fabric rose with vintage button centre flower pin | flower hair clip | flower brooch |

Ankara hair pin set | African silver bobby pin | Ankara hair slide

African wax kente detail wavy silver hair grip | hair slide | hair accessories

African print carnation ruffle flower | Kente flower | flower pin | flower hair clip | flower brooch | clothing accessories

African wax ankara detail wavy bronze hair grip | hair slide | hair accessories

African print carnation ruffle flower | ankara flower with cowrie shell centre| flower pin | flower hair clip | flower brooch

Star flower with vintage button centre in kente print | kanzashi flower pin | flower hair clip | flower brooch | clothing accessories

Ankara print wire twist bun tie | African print bun wrap | Ankara print headtie | wire hair tie

Dashiki print wire twist bun tie | African print bun wrap | Ankara print headtie | wire hair tie

Funky kente rose with cowrie shell flower pin | flower hair clip | flower brooch | clothing accessories

Triple Ankara u shaped wavy hair pin set | African Bobby pins | Ankara hair slides

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Oval blue and orange copper drop earrings sealed in resin

Funky kente rose with vintage button centre flower pin | flower hair clip | flower brooch | clothing accessories

Ankara alchemy mashup collection drop earrings sealed in glass

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