Meet the Founder of Kunbi’s Music [Exclusive Interview]

Meet the founder of Kunbi Music exclusive interview on Bellafricana

Meet the founder of Kunbi Music exclusive interview on Bellafricana

She left her career in IT consulting and delved into an early years music education franchise in the UK in order to have better control of her time to raise her children. She is currently the founder of Kunbi’s music, Let’s meet her.

Please introduce yourself and your background 

My name is Kunbi Osinoiki, a music educator passionate about positively transforming lives, young and old, by providing structured and enjoyable music learning experiences. I am married to Sola Osinoiki and we have three grown up children.

Tell us about your work. How did your company start?

My first degree was in Economics from the University of Manchester, followed by an MBA from the University of Liverpool but I started learning to play the piano when I was five years old. I was able to draw on my musical background to launch a career in music education many years later when I started having children. I decided to leave my career in IT consulting and buy into an Early Years music education franchise in the UK in order to have better control of my schedule so I could pick up my young son from school. I eventually sold my UK business and set up Kunbi’s Music Company in Nigeria 12 years later. Today we provide music education services to individuals, groups and schools both within and outside Nigeria. In the last few months, I also set up the SME Tech Coach, where I help coach CEOs of small businesses on how to transform their operations through the judicious use of tech.

How did you come about the brand name and what does it mean?

To be honest, the brand name came about because I was unable to register any of my preferred names with the corporate affairs commission and Kunbi’s Music Company was the only combination that passed the search stage!

What is your niche and how did you know it was a market to get into?

My niche is the provision of creative, systematic and progressive music learning opportunities for all ages. It is a market to go to because too many people quit music lessons because they find them boring and uninspiring. My purpose is to make the journey so fulfilling that quitting is never an option!

Also read: Meet The Founder of Zeeza Bags [Exclusive Interview]

Where do you get the inspiration for your products

I get inspiration from a global community of music studio owners that I am part of. I see and learn from their innovation and mistakes every single day and I am inspired to enrich lives through music like they do.

Can you remember one of the first products you made or service you started? What makes it memorable?

Our very first service was our Boogie Babies classes – music and movement for early years. It was very memorable because when we first started, we had just a small space to work from – a small office attached to my mum’s store. And we often had just one child and their parent in attendance. It’s very difficult to create an atmosphere with such a tiny group. But we persevered. And here we are today.

What are some of the challenges you face in your business?

Our biggest challenges are logistics, power and internet connectivity. Getting to appointments within a short window can be a big challenge and sometimes erratic power and internet connectivity can affect our operations.

Do you have any regrets venturing into this line of business?

Not at all, it’s been challenging but a great learning experience.

What is your most popular product?

Piano lessons are by far the most popular. We teach other instruments and well but the demand for piano far outweighs the others.

To what extent do you draw upon your Nigerian (African) heritage for your work?

I draw on it a whole lot. Culture gives meaning and expression to music and we always try to include traditional and modern Nigerian songs in our learners repertoire.

What are some of your short term goals and long term goals, both in your business and life in general

My short term goal is to double our clientele by the end of this year. My long term goal is to open music education hubs across the continent.

What would people be surprised to learn about you

My age. People think I am much younger than I am. Maybe due to my stature and smooth skin. I turned 50 this year.

What profession would you be in if you weren’t in this Industry?

I would be in IT Consulting  If you could give one piece of advice to anyone who wants to start their own business in your industry, what would it be?

If you could give one piece of advice to anyone who wants to start their own business in your industry, what would it be?
Be methodical, be honest with your clients about what music learning entails, be creative and remain curious.

To connect with the founder of Kunbi’s Music you can follow and contact her via:

Instagram: Kunbismusiccompany

Whatsapp: 08034898474

7 Best Scented Candles To Light Up Your Space

Earth Raale Lifestyle Candles sold on bellafricana marketplace scented candles

Lovely scented candles are ideal ways to provide warmth to your home. Coming home to a calming scented candle makes everything better, whether you’re looking to fill your space with cozy fall scents, skip ahead to Christmas, shop for a gift for a votive enthusiast, pamper your mom with a little aromatherapy, or search for a scent that will help you unwind after a long day.

Not is even more devastating than coming back from a tedious work schedule, scaling a lot of traffic hurdles, engaging some many tasks and activities, and finally winding up in an unpleasant smell around your home.

If you are someone who is easily put off by the bad or uncomfortable smell. Then here is a list of the 7 best-scented candles that will engulf your home with a rich smell. Fill your home with a fragrance that is healthy, luxurious, welcoming, and gives positive energy.

 1. EARTH-SCENTED CANDLES

This candle contains rich ingredients that help to calm, soothe and relieve the mental, psychological and emotional state of a person. No wonder it is named earth scented. It’s a signature of Raale Lifestyle. It encapsulates peace, tranquility, and relaxation. Don’t you want to get back after a more chaotic day and be immersed in the scent that helps gives you composure, calmness, and above all comfort?

 2. MUDHUT AND GINGER LEAF PERFUME CANDLE

According to science, ginger is loaded with antioxidants and compounds that prevent stress and damage to your body’s DNA. they also help the body fight off chronic diseases like high blood pressure, heart disease, and disease of the lungs, and it promotes healthy aging too.

As a result of the great benefits of ginger Abela by scents of Africa made these Aromatherapy candles that can help you relax, feel calm, energized, and put your mind in a more productive mode. Mudhut and ginger leaf candles can help you relax and relieve stress.

 3. RENAISSANCE SCENTED CANDLE

When we hear renaissance its sure means something new. Scents according to Stephen Warrenburg of Oxford University are connected to the emotional well-being of a person. In specific ways, positive moods and emotions that are elicited via scent inhalation can impact beneficially our mental, hormonal, nervous, and immune systems health. These scented candles were carefully made that house new and refreshing moods, thoughts, and actions by its manufacturer Raale lifestyle.

 

 4. PASSION AND YLAND PERFUME CANDLE

As the name implies “passion’’, this candle is capable of igniting a special bond, it is intricately sweet and leathery combining the delightful and refined aroma of osmanthus blossoms with a sensuous heart of patchouli and the suspenseful note of savory leaves.

Passion & Ylang Perfume Candle has an exotic soul, with a seductive core of parma violets and tuberose, as well as a hint of pimenta and ylang ylang essential oils. The heart notes, which have a slightly heady, sweet, exotic, and complex floral smell, claim origin and cultivation in North and South Africa. This Abela by Scents of Africa Signature perfume has a cheerful and elegant fragrance.

Also Read: 5 Creative Ways To Decorate Your Walls

 5. REFRESH SCENTED CANDLES

Candles like this are meant to exhume fragrance to enhance one’s mental and psychological needs. Raale lifestyle does better with producing sense-enhancing and brain-calming scents.

 

 6. RUSTIC WOOD AND CINNAMON CANDLES

Candles in the bathroom provide a spa-like ambiance, while candles strategically arranged throughout your living area create a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere (very hygge). Meanwhile, candles as the centerpiece of your dining room table create a beautiful candlelit dinner environment, while kitchen candles provide a welcoming atmosphere while also killing odors.

Experience the transposing aroma of exotic “wood” tar in conjunction with the riotous energy of Moroccan spice in this brilliant signature perfume. Abélà by Scents of Africa Rustic Wood & Cinnamon inspires and awakens the most resilient heart, combining notes of dry musk, sandalwood, vanilla, amber, and tobacco to expand the mind into a panorama of richness. These signature candles can also be utilized to create a beautiful and whimsical atmosphere on the table.

 7.FLAMES AND PATCHOULI PERFUME CANDLE

Flames and patchouli candles, a signature of Abela world scents, contain a rich blend of juicy-floral notes, laced with musky-woody notes of rosewood, cashmere, ambergris, patchouli, and tobacco for seductive complexity. Flame & Patchouli is a signature scent that is richly sexual. Surrender to your inner passion and nature’s alluring power, conveying the abstract essence of searing fury.

 

CONCLUSION

Let people work into your space and be carried away by that pleasant, soothing atmosphere of rich scent. To order your scented candles click here to order.

 

 

5 Creative Ways To Decorate Your Walls

Woven wall clock by mitimeth on bellafricana marketplace

Our home is our asset and we owe it every responsibility of making every detail about it stand out. Starting from walls, lighting, floors, and furniture. In this article, I am going to be highlighting 5 creative ways to decorate your walls.

This article will bring out beautiful items and decorative pieces that can help your homes look classic, unique, and elegant.

 1. AFRICAN PORTRAITS

Adorning your homes with this edifice is a great way to add emotions and personality to your home. The craft maker behind this beautiful piece of work, Ronke Scott, has been a firm creator of wonderful crafts. Her crafts are on the beauty and elegance of African heritage. She uses her craft to send emotions and messages, relating to African culture, beliefs, lifestyle, and traditions. let your walls tell a story using this beautiful painting of Ronke Scott.

Ronke Scott Gallery Artworks MINIATURES sold on Bellafricana Marketplace
Ronke Scott Gallery Artworks MINIATURES sold on Bellafricana Marketplace
 2. STRING ART

Artini is a craft maker who skillfully uses her works to curate amazing wall portraits with good color harmony and color balance. Your home needs to be able to tell a story of who you are. This string art is a combination of color magic and great hues which will most suit well for your space. Artini arts and crafts pay a great deal of attention to details as it helps remodel any space and give it a more fabulous, embellished, and aesthetic look.

The African Woman String Art by Artini Bellafricana Member Exclusive Interview
The African Woman String Art by Artini Bellafricana Member Exclusive Interview
3. WALL CLOCK

This woven water hyacinth and batik fabric will add a gorgeous eco-chic beautifying effect. skilled Nigerian artisans help modify the walls of any space using repurposed fiber into a more eccentric and fancy look.  This beautiful combination of woven fiber and African fabric infusion causes a more vibrant and warm visual aspect in your space. Mitimeth understands balance and harmony and that is shown in how she effortlessly infuses fabrics and fiber to form an aesthetic feel.

Woven wall clock by mitimeth on bellafricana marketplace
Woven wall clock by mitimeth on bellafricana marketplace
     Also read: 10 Craft Ideas With African Fabrics
4. WALL MIRROR

An empty room is a story waiting to happen and you are the author. You create for your space the story you want using nice pieces of accessories in terms of ornaments, florals, lighting and so much more. Moreso, a flamboyant mirror decoration with embroidery tied around it for that vintage and cottage western look This is an elegant way of projecting and inspiring our homes. Yasmin Crafts designs protrays calmness, tranquility, and class.

Wall mirrors by yasmin craft on bellafricana marketplace
Wall mirrors by Yasmin craft on bellafricana marketplace
 5. WALL CANVA

Wall Canva comes in different patterns, styles, and characters. Most Canva designs come in animated forms, spiral formations, color combinations, and other designs come in real human pictures. therefore, there is so much a Canva design can add to elements to your wall. Spice your walls with these creative and fascinating designs made by Artini crafts.

 

Wall canva on

 

CONCLUSION

Stop having boring walls. Oh yes! Spice up your wall decoration using attention-grabbing accessories. These items could be used on accent walls or table consoles. You could use this 5 creative ways to decorate your walls, clicks here to order beautiful accessories.

5 Popular Black-Owned Skincare Brands In 2022

Skincare products on bellafricana marketplace

Black-owned Skincare Brands have done so much in the beauty industry within and in the diaspora. To support the businesses run by us and for us, who are working tirelessly to emphasize, enrich, and showcase everything that is delightfully Black and beautiful, we must continue to work towards diversity and inclusivity throughout the beauty industry. Paying close attention to your skin is as important as studying and knowing the best skincare brand to go for.

Here are 5 popular black-owned Skincare Brands in 2022:

 1. Modara naturals

Modara naturals is a Nigerian-owned skincare brand. it deals with premium plant-based natural skin care products that nourishes the skin with product straight from mother nature. One most incredible thing about African manufacturers of skincare products is how tactical and meticulous they infuse the rich blend of African natural ingredients. This African beauty brand is inspired by the love for the African race and heritage. No wonder its branding style is African-themed and targeted toward treating skin issues relatable to Africans and also foreigners.  Modara naturals have tons of products such as Asakwa African Black soap, Modara Haske, Modara pholiso, Laushi, and a lot more. Certainly, this rich combination and formula are suitable for every skin type.

Modara beauty products
Skincare by Modara Naturals on Bellafricana Marketplace
2. Organic life plus

You will be committing a crime under the skincare laws, if you haven’t allowed your skin to be pampered by this refreshing and replenishing beauty brand. Organic life is also a Nigerian-owned brand, Esione Asakome is the founder of this enriching skincare brand. This brand is most suitable for any skin type and most essential perfect for any season. Moringa oil containing Vitamins A, E, C, Phenols, and omega fatty acids, is a great therapy against dryness or dry skin. Its products such as glow oil, baobab oil, plush hydrating moisturizer, etc, also contains antibacterial and anti-microbial properties so that not only does it gives you radiating and glowing skin, it’s good riddance to bacterial and infections. However, it is dermatologically tested.

beauty products by organic life plus on bellafricana marketplace
Beauty products by organic life plus on Bellafricana Marketplace
 3. Amal Botanical

This brand no doubt was conceived in love and care. As its major concern is on the needs of children. Amal Botanicals is an African-inspired children’s care brand that focuses on giving children healthy-looking, gentle and enriched skin. We all know that motherhood can be very tasking. One major concern for parents is the skin needs of their kids. Our kids are exposed to things in the environment that could damage their skin. Children’s skin are more prone to moisture loss and tends to dry out more quickly. I always recommend Amal botanicals beauty products to mothers who want their children’s skin moisturized, fuss-free, luminous, and bacterial-free. This brand also has a ton of children’s skincare as well as hair products.

Children's beauty product by Amal botanical on Bellafricanan Marketplace
Children’s beauty product by Amal botanical on Bellafricana Marketplace
     Also read: 8 Best Natural And Organic Skincare Products
4. Janeli Global

The keyword for this brand is “non-toxic”. Janeli Global Skincare is a Nigerian-grown brand that intentionally and proportionally uses the right set of only natural based ingredients to avoid skin blemishes, irritation, aging, and other skin-related issues. Just the right amount as recommended can give you that clump-free, Oxidant rich and firm skin. its also best for repairing and replenishing worn-out skin. Do you have very sensitive skin and you need that product that will be mild and gentle on you. Then Janeli Global Skincare should be your one-stop-shop.

 

Janeli Global skincare products on bellafricana Marketplace
Janeli Global Skincare Products on Bellafricana marketplace
5. Treda Organics

Treda organics is a natural skincare brand, Made in Nigeria to promote black Melanin skin tones. This popular Black-owned Skincare brand has done so much justice to the black race. Treda organics helps us appreciate our skin color and tone but helps you get that confident, blossom and bright texture skin surface. Sit well perfectly and courageously in your skin by getting your Treda Organics beauty product.

Treda Organics skin care on bellafricana Marketplace
Treda Organics Skincare On Bellafricana Marketplace
CONCLUSION

Long before ”Melanin Popping” became a standard. The only skincare brands truly appreciated were white-centric brands, Black women were the only ones who paid attention to the needs of our African community. They were the only ones who taught us how to embrace our skin colors.  Click here to order for your illuminating, soothing and ever youthful skincare products.

 

 

Unique Gift Ideas For Birthdays

Janeli Global skincare products

You often give gifts to re-confirm or establish your connection with others. It’s important to have unique gift ideas for birthdays which means that they are a reflection of both the giver and the receiver. Birthday gifts are meant to leave good memories. More so, many people love to be appreciated on their special days. Just because this day appears once a year, it’s pertinent you leave a lasting and memorable mark.

Thinking of gift ideas can be quite daunting and confusing especially if your recipient loves receiving gifts. You must be more intentional about your birthday gifts.

Here are unique gift ideas for birthdays you can gift your loved ones;

1. PERFUME DIFFUSERS.

Perfume diffusers can be considered an ideal gift item because scents are considered very versatile gifts and can represent a wide ride of emotions and feelings. It exhumes feelings, emotions, and memories. if you want to create beautiful and long-lasting impressions on people’s minds. then your best buy for a special gift item is a perfume diffuser.

Abela World is a brand notable for excellent and artistic afro-centric fragrances.  This Abela scents of Africa’s fragrance is not made to just give a space a scent ambiance but tells stories that appeal to our emotions around your space and give you an aroma uplift. let people feel you even in your absence with the good and erotic scent of a well-scented perfume diffuser. The curator of this delightful perfumed fragrance Igi Ope, had your guest in mind when producing it as it was produced with the intent to warm the heart.

Ige Ope Perfume oil BY Abela Scent on bellafricana marketplace
Ige Ope Perfume oil BY Abela Scent on bellafricana marketplace
2). HANDBAGS

Another interesting item that can fit perfectly as a gift is a beautiful handbag. We can not over-emphasize how ladies love this particular accessory.  If you want an item that will serve so much value, then this is the perfect gift for you. This beautiful Milan bag made by Morin O  is suitable for all occasions.

Milan bag by Morin O on bellafricana marketplace
Milan bag by Morin O on bellafricana marketplace

 

Also read: African Greeting Card Gift Ideas

3. JEWELRY

Wearing jewelry comes with a lot of sentiments, that’s why it serves as a terrific gift. jewelry is versatile, it’s good for all skin types and tones. It can be worn to different occasions and events and it’s not selective of any fashion wear. one basic reason this alluring piece will serve a good purpose is also that it’s last over some time, that’s why it’s a timeless piece of accessory. Zivanora neckpieces and accessories are durable and eco-friendly, nicely curated, and suit perfectly anybody.

Culla Trio Pendant by Zivanora on bellafricana
Culla Trio Pendant by Zivanora on bellafricana
4). GIFT BOX

Perfect gift for your spouse, oh yeah, watch him scream in excitement at the sight of the wonderful gift item. This gift box combo with a nice gift card will make an excellent gift idea. Thrill your loved ones to this beautiful box filled with good cologne, nice bela t, and other goodies. who wouldn’t love this gift? Notjustpulp, a brand that specializes in gift cards, will delight you with a one and million gift combo idea to treat that special person on a special occasion.

GIFT BOX
5) SKINCARE

Who doesn’t love a glowed-up, brighten, and tone-up skin? This skincare gift item is going to spark that desired excitement and smile you always expect from the faces of your loved ones. Janeli global has a great blend and rich ingredients for any skin type. Products ranging from butter cream, exfoliating and black soap for healthy skin, will meet the perfect gift for that special person, good enough this particular item isn’t gender-sensitive, both genders will surely appreciate this.

100% NATURAL SKINCARE PRODUCTS
JANELI SKINCARE
CONCLUSION

Planning on the best gift for a loved one to sweep them off their feet could be tricky atimes. Giving  Gifts on special occasions entails you to ponder on certain unique, valuable, and enticing items. That’s why this article is aimed at thinking for you those wonderful packages to satisfy the needs of your recipients. why not try each of these gift items out, and watch your loved ones drool over these gifts.

 

5 Elegant Handmade Bags In Nigeria

O'Eclat Bailey Box Bag

Handmade bags are great accessories I have always loved to have around me. I must say, the importance of handbags can never be overemphasized. No amount of handbags is too much to own as there are handbags for every occasion, seasons, and outfit. But having to choose from your myriad of bag collections can be very tedious atimes.

Choosing handbags to fit your style could be a whole lot of work, more reasons why I came up with ten(10) elegant handmade bags that are proudly made in Nigeria. These handmade bags are flexible to use as they fit any occasion.  these handbags are well patterned with perfectly designed colors to make them a must-have for every lady.

In no particular order, here is my list, and feel free to order using the link on their bio.

  1. BLACK LEATHER BATIK MILA BAG

This black leather batik Mila handbag made by O’Eclat designs, is nothing below standard, with its good sequence pattern in hues of burnt orange and bright yellow colors with a slim purple color running through it, is a one of a kind style. This nicely embellished purse will go with any type of dress and are perfect for any occasion, whether it is used casually or for official purposes.

Oeclat-Black-Leather-Batik-Mila-Bag on bellafricana marketplace.
Oeclat-Black-Leather-Batik-Mila-Bag on bellafricana marketplace.
 2. TOTE BAG

These tote bags are perfect for casual outings. The reason why this is a great piece of item is  because it’s large enough and can contain  lot of bulky items all at once. This bag looks smallish but in a real sense can fit in so many items.  Pillowtalks, the tote bag maker, beautifully and neatly mend tote bags to serve significant purposes. This bag idea draws attention with its colours, designs, faces, and characters as its also conveys one’s personality.

Tote bag by pillowtalk9ja on bellafricana marketplace
Tote bag by pillowtalk9ja on bellafricana marketplace

Also read: 10 Craft Ideas With African Fabrics

3. RAFFIA BAG

This beautiful handmade bag is a great piece of item your wardrobe certainly needs. In this clime and time where a little piece of item brings out the statement in your dressing, this bag made from yarns and fibres is a great choice for you. The amazing design fits any color or style of dressing. Depending on how it’s combined, it can go perfectly for an official gathering. Nonetheless, this allows you to effortlessly stand out because of its uniqueness, attractiveness, and elegance. Yasmin crafts never fails in its assignment of crafting and designing woven fashion items.

 

Yasmin crafts Amina rattan bag on bellafricana marketplace.
Yasmin crafts Amina rattan bag on bellafricana marketplace.
4. BLACK LEATHER BAG

When it comes to designing handmade leather bags, O’Eclat always understands the assignment. Do you want poise, class, elegance, standard, luxury? then get styled with O’Eclat Bailey’s classic bag. If you love to get attention and praises for your fashion style then, this made in Nigeria Bag designer got you covered. Try this brand and thank me later.

Morin O Bailey box bag on bellafricana marketplace.
Morin O Bailey box bag on bellafricana marketplace.
5. BROWN LEATHER BAG

We don’t go out of style and designs here with Morin O bags, please pardon my hype, like the saying, “when you are good, you are good”. Morin O designer brings the likes of Fendi and Versace vibes from the stables of Nigeria. Moreover, from the reviews gotten online about the brand, these bags are durable, high quality, and never goes out of fashion.

Morin O leather bag on bellafricana marketplace
Morin O leather bag on bellafricana marketplace
CONCLUSION

In summary, Bags are to dressing, as to what bread is to butter. This implies that bags essentially compliments one’s dressing and it’s a great piece every lady must own. Apart from serving as a safe keep for all valuables, it also helps to accentuate our dressing. That’s why its needs to be carefully combined to suit our sense of style. For more options on elegant handmade bags in Nigeria, click here to order.

 

 

 

5 Unique Woven Craft items

MitiMeth Water Hyacinth woven cup holders with adire fabrics sold on bellafricana marketplace

Gone are the days when woven craft items were only used in local places, and were not valued but thanks to several craft designers that have helped in repurposing craft designs and adding more aesthetics to fit different purposes.

These unique woven craft items are used in places like homes, offices, hospitality industries, etc, and also used as fashionable pieces too.

Here is a list of 5 unique woven craft items you would love:

 1. BAGS

Yasmin crafts, a craft design and interior decoration company indulge in creating beautiful, elegant, and creative designs using natural fibres. Apart from designing interior decorative items for your homes, offices, or recreational centres, this craft maker also creates upholsteries as well as fashion items such as bags and purses. Combining this beautiful raffia bag will most certainly help spice up your look, making you look casually funky and edgy while still dripping in your beautiful and ecstatic drip. These beauty bags can be used casually to outings, hangouts, or mini parties.

raffia bag made by yasmin craft on bellafricana marketplace.
AMINA RATTAN BAG
2. POUCHE BAGS

Another good thing about transforming natural fiber into usable items is that there is no limit to what one can create with these resources. Creating any piece of the item can be spurred by certain circumstances and needs. I will give you a short story of how mitimeth a brand and creative craft company came up with making an appealing zipper pouch.

“Once upon a time mitimeth visited a company that had loads of jute selvages. Management figured that since they were into Upcycling, they will be able to do something useful with the selvage material which was waste generated from their manufacturing process. Super thrilled and beaming with ideas, we took the Jute selvage waste and ran with it. They used the selvages to create   zipper pouch bags with layers of frills to add just a little bit of drama to the mix.

The detachable turquoise bag handles are made from fish leather. Yep, you read that right! Leather made from the inedible skin
of the Nile perch by a Social Enterprise in Kenya Upcycling and combining waste materials is the name of our game mitimeth

This goes a long way to show how waste materials are now absolutely important. And can be used to add glamour and beauty to any work of art and craft.

Pouch bag by mitimeth on bellafricana marketplace
Pouch Bag

Also read: Top 6 Afrocentric Gift Ideas

 3. LADDER SHELF/ BASKETS

Good riddance to a decluttered space is this ladder shelf. Not only does this beautifully woven raffia basket and free-standing structure add glam and intrigue to a space, but it also helps create extra surface space around the house. It’s stylish and attractive as well and it is used in places like the bathroom or bedroom. Certainly, this helps in neatly arranging, decluttering, and organizing items around that space. Yasmin crafts carefully pays attention to every detail in a space, I recommend this for people with much clutter, this is ideal because you can easily locate items when need be.

Woven shelves/Baskets by Yasmin Craft on bellafricana marketplace
Woven shelves/Baskets

Also read: 10 Craft Ideas With African Fabrics

4. STORAGE BOXES/ TRUNKS

From harvesting eco-friendly raw materials to curating beautifully, sustainable, and environmentally friendly handmade trunks. These handcrafted, luxury and multipurpose storage trunks made by Yasmin crafts are certainly a must-have in our houses.  It helps a lot in keeping our valuable fabrics well scented and straightened over a long period.

Storage boxes and trunks by yasmin craft on bellafricana marketplace.

STORAGE BOXES/TRUNK

5. LAUNDRY BOX

As earlier stated, Yasmin Crafts aims at refurbishing and organizing any space with still a high degree of class, beauty, and glam. That is why this eco-friendly laundry box was made. However, one advantage of this beautifully crafted woven laundry box is that it adds to the aesthetics of any space. It also adds extra elegance to your space, Moreso, its aids in hiding unpleasant stuff in a pleasantly, decorated, and well-patterned box.

laundry box by yasmin craft on bellafricana marketetplace
Laundry Box
6. DINNING WARES

Having this stylishly decorated piece of dining wares on the dining table is another unique woven item you would love. It is a highly decorative piece that will quickly draw attention to your table and your space. Adorning your space with a bit of nature helps in projecting the elegance and radiance that you so desire for your space. This is a creative piece made by mitimeth using hyacinth and waste materials.

hycinth dining wares made by mitimeth on bellafricana marketplace
Dinning Wares
CONCLUSION

In conclusion, every space, whether an office, your house,  or a hospitality industry indeed deserves a cozy, warm and earthly feeling. That can be done effortlessly by using woven and crafted pieces of decorative items in it. Fashionable items can be crafted using natural fibres and yarns. For more unique woven items ideas click here to see other beautiful pieces.

 

 

 

5 Effective Skincare Routines For Overnight Beauty

Treda Organics Glow Oil on bellafricana marketplace

Having glowing and shiny skin entails a lot. An effective skincare routine helps necessitate overnight beauty. One needs a very meticulous process to be able to achieve that attention-getting skin.

Stop feeling insecure and uncomfortable in that skin. Here is a list of 8 effective skincare routines that will bring your long-anticipated beauty and glow.

1 HYDRATING CREAM:

Whether or not you wear makeup, cleaning your face at the end of each day is critical for maintaining a clear complexion. Cleansing twice a day doubles as a gentle exfoliation, removing the top layer of dead skin cells. Dirt, grime, sweat, and excess oil are also removed.

It’s also important that after cleaning the face, it leaves your face dry and wrinkled, that’s why you will need the hydrating cream. Treda Organic’s hydrating cream contains relaxing ingredients that help smoothen, rejuvenate, and calms the skin, and more importantly, make it even more adaptable to your lifestyle (especially if you spend a bit of time under the sun or you are open to harsh weather conditions).

Treda Organics Hydrating Face Cream

2. BODY TONER:

Okay, toners aren’t strictly required for skincare, but toners can make such a difference in how your skin looks and feels after cleansing that you should probably want to try them. Body toners help to refresh and brighten the skin. It is an ancient West African soap recipe, tested and trusted to treat many skin conditions and give an even-toned glowing skin.

This blend is handmade with love, infused with Turmeric, and made by an excellent skincare brand, Modara naturals, is an age-old Asian ingredient, known to brighten and above all, give an even skin tone. It contains relaxing essential oils and helps in clearing breakouts on the face and body. Applying about two pumps on your sponge or hands daily as an effective skincare routine will give you the perfect skin tone and Asakwa Tumeric black soap is quite foamy and makes bathing a lot more fun.

ASAKWA AFRICAN BLACK SOAP, Body toner,for effective skincare routine with tumeric by modara naturals on bellafricana marketplace
TUMERIC BODY TONER

 

ALSO READ: 8 Best Natural And Organic Skincare Products

3. GLOW OIL;

Glow oil is one skincare solution that should own. No matter the skin type, texture, color, this essential cosmetic helps illuminate your skin and gives you shine all day.  Nevertheless, some glow oils are usually adulterated, Treda organics glow oil has a moisturizing blend is made up of carefully selected nutrient-rich oils. Daily use will not only keep your skin soft and moisturized; it will also give you a natural glow all day long.

Treda Organics Glow Oil on bellafricana marketplace

4. MOISTURIZER:

Face/body moisturizers are next, which keep your skin soft and hydrated while also helping to improve its barrier. If your skin is oily or acne-prone, use a lighter moisturizer during the day, such as a lotion or gel that absorbs fast and doesn’t pill beneath makeup. If your skin is dry, consider a cream or a heavier product. Dermatologists prescribe moisturizers for all skin types all year since hydration is essential for keeping skin looking young and healthy. “Look for compounds like ceramides or hyaluronic acid, which are the building blocks of skin moisture retention,” says the expert.

Rosehip oil for effective skincare routine by organic life plus on bellafricana marketplace
ROSEHIP OIL

Rosehip oil is High in Vitamin A known as trans-retinoic acid which helps prevent premature aging. It’s a product of Organic life plus, this product helps prevents and treat acne, and fades acne scars, wrinkles, and fine lines. It protects the skin from sun damage and is useful in the treatment of eczema and other skin infection. Moreover, rosehip oil can also be used to effect hair growth as well.

5. BODY SCRUB

Janeli Skincare scrub has over time been able to stand out from the crowd, but why do you need a skin scrub? First, it helps in natural skin lightening and it’s perfect for fighting acne. it’s a preventive measure for body hair growth, and reduces scars, stretch marks, and cellulite appearance. Janeli body scrub has a perfect combination of coconut, avocado, and sunflower-seed oils to soothe hormonal skin to eradicate the accumulation of dead skin cells that will result in excess oil or acne especially if you have oily skin.

Tumeric Scrub bu Janeli Global sold on bellafricana marketplace
Body Scrub

Similarly, Another excellent body scrub is the Laushi Coffee Scrub, formulated with the right blend of natural ingredients. Laushi is an invigorating scrub that effortlessly sloughs off dead skin. It also reduces scars and the appearance of cellulite, thereby stimulating blood flow and awakening your senses. This product will certainly leave your skin smooth, supple, and with an undeniable glow. Additionally, Laushi scrub is made of raw coffee beans from the Mambilla plateau, and the Himalayan mountains. This scrub will tighten, soften and brighten your skin, increasing cell turnover and giving you younger-looking skin.

Use this amazing scrub to – Slough off dead skin and real new skin beneath . This effective skincare routine helps achieve firmer younger skin. Made by Modara naturals.

Laushi body scrub by Modara Naturals on bellafricana marketplace

Conclusion;

Just as the saying “practice makes perfect”. it therefore means, to achieve that bright, glamorous and breath taking shiny skin, one has to have a special routine of skincare product to help nourish the skin with just the right nutrients and ingredients.

This daily or weekly routine will enhance your skin beauty and live your skin flawless. If you need more options of skincare items to work with click here, to select from tons of products on this marketplace.

 

5 Modern Baby Crochet Designs

Crochet Baby Bunnies and teddies by Tender Hugs on Bellafricana

Do you know why I recommend modern baby crochet designs? Well, first crochet is real tender to the skin, and babies love those fluffy, soft textured, cozy and the warmth crochet clothes gives.

Tender Hugs is a baby crochet brand that makes unique, timeless, and comfy wears and toys. This brand works with good yarns that care for a baby’s skin and don’t wear or tear easily.

Here are modern babies’ crochet designs I trust you would love:

  1. TEDDY/ BUNNY.

Babies need less harmful objects to play with. Hard toys such as plastic cars or animated toys are not particularly healthy for kids to toy with. Crochet bunny/ teddy is a very perfect idea play instrument as it is very tender, soft, and mild to the skin. And also it can be easily washed and disinfected. To avoid your babies having bruises it’s ideal to get beautiful handmade crochet for your lovely babies.

modern baby crochet design toys, crochet teddy, crochet bunnies by tender hugs on bellafricana blog

2. ROMPERS HEADBAND/ CAPS

This delightful crochet project is great for our little ones. Allow these little cuties to slay in this cozy romper wear with a beautiful headband/cap. If you need a baby shower gift that is affordable, beautiful, fun stitched textures with wonderful and playful colors. Are you still thinking of what your baby would put on for a photoshoot?, Try this romper and thank me later.

Hand knitted crotched onsie by Funke Akinlosotu the founder of Tender Hugs, a Nigerian crotchetier Bellafricana Member

 

3. HEADBAND AND CROCHET SHOES

Watch your beautiful babies look good in this headband and matching crochet boots. These colorful boot designs will fit into any babywear. Baby too should look stylish, and nothing is too expensive when trying to make those little ones look so great. Good enough, crochet booties can be worn by both baby boys and girls. while the headbands are specifically for our cute little angels.

Baby Booties should be above all else comfortable because the baby’s feet are delicate. Every toddler should have at least a few pairs of such sweet booties. They are simply too adorable to have just one pair. And above all, they make the greatest gifts for baby showers and Christenings and after many years, when the child is already an adult, a nice pair of booties will be a sweet memory of childhood

Hand knitted crotched onsie by Funke Akinlosotu the founder of Tender Hugs, a Nigerian crotchetier Bellafricana Member

Also Read: Make A New Mum Smile With These Gifts

4. DIAPER COVER WITH CROWN

Stop carrying your baby bare, get them well covered up with this beautiful diaper cover and a matching crown to go with. Let them drip in finesse and beauty. Nothing looks more exciting and cute than seeing your newborn look so attractive and elegant in a stylish colored diaper cover. Let your kids become the center of attraction, just as any royal person would turn heads, make that little man a king in his small kingdom, and the baby girl a princess too.

modern baby crochet designs, baby crochet romper by tender hugs on bellafricana blog

5. TUTU DRESS

Every little princess deserves a tutu dress. Babies who wear tutu dresses are so effortlessly beautiful and look so much attractive to anyone’s eye. This dress always comes with a matching headband. who wouldn’t love to see their little ones look like ballet dancers in those cute-looking cute-looking, colorful tutu dresses?

modern baby crochet tutu dress

Tender hugs crochet can deliver wonderful and beautifully modern baby crochet designs to your baby’s preference. If you are still looking for a gift for a newborn or looking for photoshoot wear for your lovely kids, why not try these beautiful pieces and see them stun greatly in them. For more crochet designs click here to order.

Make A New Mum Smile With These Gifts

zivanora jewelry culla collection trio necklace sold on bellafricana marketplace

Do you know a new mum/mum-to-be? Would you want to make a new mum smile with these gifts? Then you might want to surprise them with some thoughtful gifts because well, who doesn’t like surprises, right? Even more so at that delicate/ sensitive time in their lives, gifts will be very much appreciated, don’t you think?

You have come to the right place, so stick around, explore and shop for these gifts. The best part, they are from brands proudly made in Nigeria (Africa) and their quality is second-to-none (Check out some other trusted brands here). Let’s dive in, shall we?

  1. BABY BLACK SOAP

Hygienically and skin beautifier, this product from one of the best baby skincare brands, Amal Botanicals black soap, is ideal for any baby’s skin type. Therefore this is highly recommended to gift to a new momma. Its dermatologically tested and consists of all the right ingredient ingredients suitable for a baby’s skin. Not to forget how tender it is, with its nice fragrance allowing kids to scent so well all the rest of the day. so, save a new momma by gifting this to a wonderful baby.

 Amal Botanicals Black soap sold on bellafricana marketplace

2. BABY HAIR KIT

This excellent hair kit enhances hair growth to a very high proportion. Even from parents who have used this brand, this seems to be a very perfect hair combo for any baby, and every new mother would love to see their baby have full-grown and beautifully textured hair. This is another wonderful package to gift a new mom. Amal botanical hair kits are just a great hair enhancement therapy every mother would love to try.

 

      3. AN ALL NATURAL BABY SKINCARE SET THAT NEW MUMS WILL LOVE 

A new mom/ mom-to-be will want to give her baby all the skin-pampering she can. But, you know that she’ll also be mindful of what she puts on the baby’s skin too because of their sensitivity and delicateness. That’s why we recommend the Newborn set from the tested and trusted Amal Botanicals. Their range of Babycare will make a New mom smile and fall in love. Trust me.

How about some gifts for Her?

Now that we’re done with some gifts that Mama would use on Baby, how about some gifts for Mama herself? She deserves some, don’t you think? So, let’s see some gift ideas to put that smile on a New Mom.

      4. LOVELY BRACELET

Ah! Who wouldn’t receive this beautiful bracelet with a big grin on their face? Anyone, you gift this jewelry will fall in love. It’s beautiful, isn’t it? Zinovora  is your quality plug, assembled-in- Nigeria timepieces. Perfect to rock anywhere. women still want to look classic and stylish even after birth, this jewelry piece is an elegant way to style a new mom.

      5. BEAUTIFUL NECKPIECES

This beauty you’re beholding is called the Culla trio necklace. And, it is one of the many stunning jewelry pieces from Zivanora that is bound to make the wearer light up with joy. Another perfect gift for a New Mom? Yes, we think so too. it’s a very simple piece of work suitable for any skin type and will look great for any lady.

       6. FASHIONABLE SLIPPERS

Now, what new mom wouldn’t want to get back into looking and feeling young again? This Morin O pair of slippers is suitable before and after delivery, as preggy aren’t advised to wear heels, so this seems like a very fascinating item, not just because of how beautiful it is but also its functionality. it’s super comfortable to wear to any gathering. it’s a fantastic gift idea. 

 

Now that you’ve been provided with a variety of options, go ahead and make a purchase. You’ll come back and thank me later. if you still need more options to choose from for a perfect gift, click here to shop for other wonderful items.

 

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