Month: July 2021

KENTE Pattern!

Kente, originally discovered by the Ashanti Tribe of Ghana, West Africa. It is a symbol of African Arts, Culture and Royalty. One of the most recognisable symbols of Ghana, kente, an Asante ceremonial cloth, represents numerous aspects of Ghanaian ethical, philosophical, social and religious heritage through variations in colour and pattern” – Timeout.com (A Buyer’s Guide to Kente...

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ADINKRA Symbols and Meaning

Adinkra are symbols from the West African nation of Ghana. Each symbol holds a meaning that represents important aspects of their knowledge system. Each symbol has a name in Twi, the language of the Ashanti people. This name translates to a literal meaning and a symbolic meaning. One of the most popular symbols is the “Gye Nyame” Symbol and represents the following:➡️Twi Name: Gye Nyame...

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NSU BURA Pattern!

Nsu Bura Pattern! One of our favorite Patterns used for some products. Vlisco’s “Record” Fabric popularly known as Nsu Bura. Ghanaians call it Nsu Bura or Nsu Bra in Twi which is an Akan Language in Ghana. Literally, Nsu Bura means water well.  This pattern which comes in different colors is said to resemble the ripple effect of water when a stone is thrown into it. This drawing...

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