Homeland Waist Beads

African waist beads are traditional adornments worn for centuries by women in many African cultures. Some reasons women wear waist beads today: * A way to express femininity and beauty * To increase sexual attraction * As a means of spiritual protection * As a means of gauging weight gain * A way to connect to ancestors Below are some bead color meanings: Black – Power and protection Blue – Loyalty and truth Brown – Earth and stability Gold – Good health, power and wealth Green – Abundance, fertility, nature and prosperity Orange – Courage, self confidence and vitality Pink – Care, beauty, love and kindness Purple – Royalty, spirituality and wisdom Red – Confidence and vitality Turquoise – Communication and self awareness White – Light, truth and purity Yellow – Energy, joy and happiness 🚨FAQ’s🚨 ✨What size should I get?✨ Our waist beads fit up to a 62” waist. You can wrap more than once if you are able to and have a smaller waist. ✨How do I put them on?✨ Measure around the area you would like the waist beads to hang, remove the excess beads, make a pinch point and tie a knot (3 knots are ideal). Cut extra string. ✨Can I shower with them?✨ Yes. ✨How long should I wear them?✨ Until they fall off. ✨How many should I wear?✨ A minimum of 2 is ideal. 🚨TIPS🚨 * Have someone help you if you are having trouble tying on * Do not tie too tight or push beads too tightly when tying on. * Be mindful of beads when showering, dressing etc, so as not to break them.