Kente Wallets

These wallets are super cute, super bright, and super colorful.

Made from authentic hand-woven Kente fabric!

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Ohema Kente Purse

Make a bold fashion statement with this purse made from authentic hand-woven Kente fabric from Ghana!

Historically, kente was reserved for special occasions, both festive and sacred. Kente also stands as a symbol of prestige, cheerfulness and glamour.

These bag are fully lined and includes a strap, and a pocket that closes with a zipper. The bag fastens with a velcro button under the flap.

Measurements:

Bag: 16.1 inches H x 10.2 inches W x 3.2 inches D

Strap: 1.2 inches W x 11.0 inches H

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Locs Rocking Tote Bag

"Trust The Universe and Respect You Hair" - Bob Marley.

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Diabetes Awareness Giveaway!

Happy November, everyone! What better way to start this month than to have a giveaway!

I will be doing giveaways each week, but I want them to have more meaning than just giving stuff away, so I've decided to tie each giveaway with charitable causes I support. Each post will contain a blog button for the charitable cause of that week. When you click on this button you will be able to donate to these wonderful causes. You don't have to donate to be entered to win the giveaways, but each donation (large or small) will go a long way to helping these causes.

So now for this week's giveaway...Let's talk diabetes for a minute.

Diabetes is a disease in which the body is unable to produce or unable to properly use and store glucose (a form of sugar). Glucose backs up in the bloodstream — causing one’s blood glucose or "sugar" to rise too high.

Several of my loved ones are living with diabetes, and I had my own scare early this year at a routine checkup. There are different types of diabetes with different challenges, but the bottom line is, we need a cure.

I'm doing my part by offering a portion of proceeds from the sale of items from my shop to the American Diabetes Association, and I hope that you will also join me in supporting this cause.

Here are my offerings this week:

One lucky winner will receive their choice of THREE of my African Tribal Bangles. Ladies- how can you resist??

Contest Rules:

• Follow/Join QuellyRue Designs blog (click button on top left-hand side of this page)
• Leave a comment. I'd especially love to hear of any experiences with diabetes, so if you have one, share it.
• Contest ends Monday, November 7, 2011 at 11:50pm Eastern time and the winner will be chosen at random.

I will announce the winner at 9am Eastern time on Tuesday, November 8th. Good luck!

I gotta say – this giveaway is very close to my heart and I can’t wait to read your comments. Good luck everyone!

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Dream Weaver Ankara Bangle

Live the fashion dream with this exuberant wooden bangle finished with a braided detail.

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How to Start Dreadlocs: Mohawk Tutorial

I am so happy to share with you this amazing hairstyling video by Cleopatra which also features my Ankara Bow Clip. Be sure to subscribe to her Youtube channel for more helpful tips and tricks for daily hairstyling.

Thank you Cleopatra!

Get your Ankara Bow Clip here

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Back to School Sale starts TODAY!

Our Back to School sale is here. Get is 10% off your next purchase, and it only lasts till August 14th! So hurry up and pick up that QuellyRue Designs item you’ve been eyeing for a while.

SHOP NOW

Enter code: QRDB2S10 at check out.

DONT MISS OUT: Back-to-school shopping has never been so much fun.

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And we have a Winner...

I am happy to announce that I've picked my Birthday Giveaway winner. The number was chosen through random.org.

And the winner is (drum roll....)

Violeta J

She won the Gye Nyame tote bag. Congrats Violeta J!

Thanks for the entries and birthday wishes everyone.

Thanks again for making my birthday week so much fun!

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Style Muse: Kifana Hinkson-Holder

Simple and sweet with a hip downtown flair, Kifana exudes effortless style with simple pieces that compliment her natural beauty. AND she's wearing our Ankara Hoop earrings!

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Customer Appreciation Photo from Kimaada

So happy to share with you another customer appreciation photo from Kimaada, rocking the Shape of Africa Earrings in Green!

I just LOVE them on her, and her beautiful fiery, golden natural tresses.

Many thanks Kimaada for sharing this lovely photo, and for your continued support of QuellyRue Designs.

Remember friends, send me a photo of you wearing/using/rocking your QuellyRue Designs item (s) and get 10% off your next purchase.

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Ankara African Fabric Headbands

These Ankara African Fabric Headbands are the perfect accessory for all seasons - all color and fun. They are handmade to wrap around your head, with an elastic band sewn in back to keep it from slipping.

AND they come in so many different prints. Show your style and have some fun with these headbands!

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*CUSTOMER APPRECIATION TIME *

Have you ever purchased anything from QuellyRue Designs? Jewelry, Tote bags, Cozies, Scarves, or anything else? If you have, I would absolutely love it if you could send me a photo of you wearing/using/rocking your QuellyRue Designs item(s), and get 10% off your next purchase! All photos will be shown on here. You can email your photos to via email at QuellyRueDesigns@gmail.com, Etsy, twitter, facebook, or tumblr.

Here is a lovely photo I received today from Ashley rocking the Color Splash earrings! LuvLuv them on her....just the way I would wear them. Many thanks Ashley!



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Shape of Africa Earrings

~ Funky. Eclectic. Bold.~

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Tribal Bangles (Create Your Set)

Colorful, ethnic, and vintage bangles add character to any outfit!

Mix and match these African print bangles for a funky look.

Create your set of three here.

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Cascading Cowries...

A dreamy cluster of cowrie shells and wooden beads come together for the perfect chic look.

Cowrie shells have been held precious by many cultures since prehistory. In Africa they were used for divination, spiritual practice and as currency. According to African legend if you are attracted to cowrie shells you could be family to an ocean spirit of wealth and earth.

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Exotic Leaf Necklace

Feel like a goddess in this stunning leaf collar necklace. Antique gold leaf pendant is joined with wood beads to drape across your collarbones. Perfect statement necklace to offset a simple dress.

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Zulu Bantu Knot Tote Bag

Zulu knots are widely considered to be among the more ethnic hairstyles for African Americans. As the name implies, the style originated in the Zulu tribes of southern Africa. The style is simple, yet dramatic and one of my personal favorites.

This cotton canvas tote measures 18" x 14" x 6" with 28" handles. Best of all, this bag is reusable, washable and environmentally friendly.

A hand painted silhouette stands out in the center. Her Zulu Bantu knots hand sewn from various pieces of African print fabric

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Women of Africa Tote Bag

Have a looksee at my latest creation, Women of Africa Tote bag. I made this bag over the weekend and I had so much fun painting and sewing away.

This tote bag reminds me of the funtimes I had growing up in Ghana, West Africa. Playing soccer with the boys, pounding fufu for dinner, climbing the mango and orange trees for sweet healthy treats...ahhh those were the days! The memories of my late grandmother, Nana Serwaa Bonsu, and all the children in the village she cared for. Even when they had so little, they had so much more - Life, Love, Happiness.

I hope you like it too.

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African Tribal Print Scarf

Layer on some fun with this stunning tribal print scarf. Nicely woven with colorful graphic prints in red, green, yellow and black.

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Birdie Bunch

Modern enough for the most fashion-forward, sweet enough for the hippest of nurseries or young girls' rooms. Also a great addition to the living room, master bedroom, den or cottage. This pillow is a crowd-pleaser and a friend teaser.

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