Dating back to ancient times, beading is one of the oldest human expressions. Beaded jewelry
and the art of feminine adornment go hand in hand, and the association is ancient and intimately
related to feminine concepts of power of energy.

Carmen de Novais, founder and jewelry designer, started beading as a little girl in northeastern
Brazil. Learning from her grandmother how to perforate and string seeds in the backyard, she
delighted in making colorful, simple necklaces to wear and give to friends as gifts. Throughout her
life, she has explored this traditional artform, constantly challenging herself to think of new ways
and colors.

For Carmen, beading is a form of meditation, and the jewelry a source of empowerment. These
designs are imbued with the positive thoughts and deep feelings of traditional harmony. In its
own way, each piece is a prayer for peace, love, harmony, health, beauty, wisdom and wealth
both in the personal and global realms.

About the Creations
The jewelry featured on this site was designed and handcrafted by Carmen de Novais. Using the finest materials available and traditional time-tested beading techniques, the result is exquisite and durable. I like to utilize Japanese glass beads for their uniformity and bright colors. My promise to you is the utmost quality in workmanship and materials.