Cape Town, South Africa

Pichulik

PICHULIK's small team of artisans handcraft jewelry using an innovative, sculptural technique with locally produced and repurposed rope, embellished with cast and found materials.

An artisan assembles jewelry with thread and small components.
Two people pose together, displaying necklaces and bracelets over dark clothing.

Each talisman-like piece draws on African artistry and ornamentation traditions to tell stories of feminine strength.

A wrist displays stacked sculptural bracelets made from colorful wrapped rope and textured metal accents.

Sustainable Technique

Rope-Based Sculptural Jewelry Making

Rope-based sculptural jewelry making shapes and assembles rope into wearable forms. Rope can be combined with other cast, found or decorative components to build the finished design.