About EBM
Creating With Intention
Eb Beaded Me was birthed in April of 2020 by Ebonee’ Ellis an Illinois native born and raised. During COVID I had just parted ways with my job as a medical assistant. I had no idea what I wanted to do at the time but I knew I needed a break from the mudane routine that I had created for so many years. I did just about everything from serving & bartending to retail to working in the medical field. One would say I was all over the place but I like to believe I was exploring the many different possibilities when it came to my career. Creating jewelry became thereputic for me, it was an escape from wat was taking place around me. There is a free feeling about being able to decorate and adorn yourself with beautiful pieces of jewelry. To me, jewelry is a statement of who you are & how you express yourself. I have always held a passion for helping others feel purposeful and confident about who they are, freeing themselves from identities, stereotypes, and expectations placed on to them and being a reflection of how to show up as our authentic selves. In a world where everyone tells you who you need to be and how you should look, EBM serves as a reminder that you are perfect as you are even if you are striving to be better. Specializing in hand beaded jewelry and timeless pieces custom to fit everyone.
EBM has blossomed into a beautiful space that goes beyond jewelry and adornments. Creating experiences and inspiring evolutions and revelations. Each piece is created with good energy, pure intentions, & love. It is more than jewelry; it is an extension and representation of WHO you are.
About Waist Beads
Crystal Healing Jewelry
Healing crystals are natural gemstones believed to have metaphysical properties that can enhance a persons mood, promote relaxtion, balance, and positive energy. The stones act as a conduits for healing energy that can help restore balance to your body and mind.
Benefits of healing crystals include but are not limited to:
-Make you feel more energized
-Help you achieve a good night’s sleep
-Reduce stress
-Inspiring grounding and calmness
-Enhances your mental wellbeing
-Serving as a reminder of your intentions
History of Waist Beads
Waist beads have been noted to have been worn as early as the 15th century. Originating in Egypt and then going on to be made popular by West African cultures. Waist beads were originally worn as girdles by men and women and served not only as a weight managment tool but also a symbol of status. It has been noted that the more intricate the design meant the higher the status of the woman. Some women also wear waist beads as a symbolic adornment that can serve as a sign of wealth, femininity, and spiritual well-being. In most African cultures, waist beads are made on cotton chord with no clasp or elastic and designed to only be seen by your spouse, mate, or lover . In other cultures, they are worn as adornments for dancing & body jewels and storytelling.
Modern day waist beads may come in many forms and are worn based on each individual's personal connection and intention for their pieces. Waist beads have become trendy and get a lot of bad reps but that does not dilute or erase the history intent behind them. Waist beads are the perfect tool for one’s healing and spiritual journey as they encourage self-love, confidence, and beauty and are meant to only be worn with intention. Set your intentions by praying over and blessing your beads and wear them how YOU .
Benefits of Waist Beads
Amongst being a beautiful way to adorn your body, other benefits that wearing waist beads include:
•Boosting Self Confidence & Self- Esteem
•Weight Management & Tracking
•Fertility & Menstruation
•Sensuality & Sexuality
•Posture Control
•Healing & Spiritual Connection To the Womb
•Decoration, Symbol of Status, & Body Adornment
•Embracing Our Womanhood
•Protection Of the Womb & YONI
Color Representations
Colors are symbolic when it comes to wearing them. Each waist bead has their own meaning based on the intentions set behind them. Here is a chart of reference to what the colors represent but as I always recommend, chose what is calling to you.
Measuring for Waist Beads
When Ordering Body Adornments, It Is Important That You Include Your Size:
- Measure based off where you would like your beads to fall (i.e. waist, hip, or lower stomach etc.)
- Tie-on strands are measured at 55" but can be created longer.
- Pants or jeans sizes can be used to determine your measurements as well but they must be accurate.
Be mindful when measuring while on your period/menstrual cycle. Bloating can cause you to measure higher than needed. Inaccurate measurements will cause delay in processing.
Type of Waist Beads
How to Tie-On Waist Beads
How to Tie-On Waist Beads
How to Tie-On Waist Beads
I know tying on your waist beads can be intimidating but I promise it is not as difficult as it may seem. Take your time while tying , it requires a little patience.
1.) Wrap your waist beads string around your desired waist area like a belt and measure it . Be sure to leave enough room for bloating and bending. Two fingers in between space is recommended.
For weight loss, measure above the belly.
2.) Once measured, move excess beads over to the end making sure they are not in the way of cutting. Cutting too much will result in shortage of the waist bead so please be careful while measuring.
3.) Ensure there are no gaps in between the beads and then tie 6-8 time or desired amount to feel secure.
4.) Cut off excess strings and beads. You may discard the excess beads, or you can turn them into an anklet (if you have enough extra beads left)