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03WINTER
2011
DE S I G N I N S P I R AT I O N :
T H E S TO R Y :
T h e re i s s o m et h i n g ex h i l a r a t i n g a b o u t p i c k i n g u p a n e w b o o k . M a y b e i t ’ s t h e f re s h s c e n t a n d t h e c r i s p p a g e s , o r m a y b e i t ’ s t h e m y s te r y o f t h e s t o r y a b o u t t o u n f o l d . E i t h e r w a y, yo u h o p e t o f i n d a s t o r y i n s i d e t h a t wi l l c a p t i v a te yo u r i n te re s t s , te a c h yo u s o m et h i n g n e w, b r i n g a b o u t e v e r y k i n d o f e m o t i o n , a n d i n s p i re yo u r e ve r y d a y l i v i n g . T h e m o re t i m e we s p e n d l i s te n i n g t o t h e s t o r i e s o f o u r d e s i g n e r s i n U g a n d a , t h e m o re we re a l i z e h ow m u c h we c a n l e a r n f r o m t h e m . T h e i r j o y i s c o n t a g i o u s , t h e i r c re a t i v i t y i s i n s p i r i n g , a n d t h e i r d e d i c a t i o n i s i n f l u e n t i a l . W h i l e e ve r y b e a d i s b e i n g r o l l e d , v a r n i s h e d , a n d s tr u n g , s t o r i e s a re b e i n g s h a re d , s p i r i t s a re b e i n g l i f te d , a n d e m p owe r m e n t i s h a p p e n i n g . E v e r y n e c k l a c e h a s a s t o r y. O u r wi n te r c o l l e c t i o n b l e n d s w a r m a n d p o s i t i v e c o l o r s wi t h c r i s p a n d ex h i l a r a t i n g d e s i g n , a l l owi n g e a c h p i e c e t o te l l a s t o r y o f i t s ow n . I n o u r W i n te r C h r o n i c l e s , we h o p e yo u c a t c h a g l i m p s e o f t h e j o y, c re a t i v i t y, a n d d e d i c a t i o n f o u n d i n t h e w o m e n we a re i n s p i re d b y d a i l y.
3 1 B i t s D e s i g n s i s a s o c i a l l y m i n d e d b u s i n e s s d e s i g n e d t o g i v e i n te r n a l l y d i s p l a c e d w o m e n i n N o r t h e r n U g a n d a a n o p p o r t u n i t y t o c o u n te r p ove r t y. B y g i v i n g o u r b e n e f i c i a r i e s a c c e s s t o t h e i n te r n a t i o n a l m a r k et , t h e y a re a b l e t o e a r n a n i n s ta n t i n c o m e , p r ov i d i n g h o m e s , f o o d , a n d e d u c a t i o n f o r t h e i r f a m i l i e s . O u r p r o g r a m e q u i p s w o m e n b y p r ov i d i n g l i te r a c y e d u c a t i o n , f i n a n c i a l a n d vo c a t i o n a l tr a i n i n g , h o l i s t i c c a re , a n d s tr o n g s u p p o r t s y s te m s , e m p owe r i n g i n d i v i d u a l s t o f u r t h e r t h e i r c a re e r s a n d a tta i n s o c i a l e q u i t y.
05WINTER
2011
PA R T O NE : T H E E S S E N C E Our Winter Collection brings a certain essence reflecting the joy present in our women in Uganda. Their ability to find joy in the midst of hardship is trul y inspiring. Helen, one of our newest designers, was a true example of joy as soon as she stepped into our headquarters. With every interaction, we had another glimpse of her cheerful spirit and warm personality. Her joy is simpl y contagious. You would never guess hidden behind her smile are stories of hardship and challenges. Her husband passed away and Helen is the sole provider for her four children. She loves to sing and dance, and her joy is found in her work and the ability to provide education for her children. Our yellow Meadowsweet necklace was created by Helen, and perfectl y captures her warm smile and compelling joy.
01WINTER
2012
C A NO P Y
[WR1223CAN] $19 | $38 - Three strand necklace with
three shades of blue- Button clasp
07WINTER
2011
C A ME L L I A
[WR1223CAM] $19 | $38 - Three strand necklace- Button clasp - Color options: yellow, sky blue,
and navy
ME A D OW S W E E T
[WR1221MEA] $13 | $26 - A single strand necklace
combining a row of medium accent beads with a strand of small beads
- Button clasp- Color options: yellow,
apple, and teal
S E AW E AVE
[SR1101SEA] $14 | $28 - Small beads weaved onto
elastic to create a thick cuff
- Seagreen with blue accent
TA L LY B E R R Y B L UE
[WR1205TAL] $14 | $28 - Five strands of small
beads attached by two beaded rings
- Elastic
M E A D O W S W E E T
S E A W E A V E
01WINTER
2012
S AT U R N R OC K
[WR1221SAT] $16 | $32 - Single strand necklace
with saucer shaped beads- Button clasp- Color options:
stone/gold and multi
H O NE YC OM B C UF F
[WR1200HON] $14 | $28 - Small beads weaved onto
elastic to create a thick cuff
D R O P L E T
[WR1203DRT] $13 | $26 - Three strands of small
grey beads connected by a large gold and teal accent bead
H O N E Y C O M B C U F F
D R O P L E T
13WINTER
2011
In The Gallery, we are displaying some of our most intricate designs yet. We are in constant awe of the creativity found in each of our designers. Women like Charity have put their creativity on display since day one. When she entered our program, she had never rolled beads before, however, her attention to details and will ingness to learn allowed her to pick up the craft quickl y. Because of her creative personality and eye for design, we have given her the responsibility of making some of the more difficult designs, such as our layered Truffle necklace. She is fearless in using new colors and learning new styles. Charity’s dream is to own a clothing shop where she can sell second-hand clothing as well as her own designs. Her creativity and ambition are admirable and we have no doubt she will be successful.
PA R T T WO : T H E G A L L E R Y
15WINTER
2011
HI C KO R Y
[WR1222HIC] $19 | $38 - Two strands of mixed beads
attached to leather- Ties to fasten
T I N A
[WR1223TIN] $22 | $44
- Three strands of small cream beads with medium grey accent beads throughout
- Button clasp
T I N A
TA NGL E
[WR1216TAN] $22 | $44 - Six strands of small beads
looped together in the center using navy, olive, and burgundy beads
- Button clasp
HO L LY B R A I D
[WR1202HOL] $14 | $28 - Three strands of beads braided together- Wraps twice- Button clasp- Color options: red/gold and
purple/gold
01WINTER
2012
T RUF F L E
[WR1223TRU] $21 | $42
- Three tiered strands of beads using burgandy, navy, and cream colored beads
- Button clasp
E L S A C UF F
[WR1200ELS] $23 | $46
- Thick leather cuff with an embroidered bead design
- Attaches with two snaps
01WINTER
2012
E L DE R B E R R Y B A NGL E S
[WR1204ELD] $14 | $28
- Set of four beaded wire bangles
S HA D OW K NOT
[SR1104SHA] $14 | $28 - Four strands of beads, knotted in the middle- Button clasp- Color options: blue hues and butter/mocha
21WINTER
2011
T I M B E R
[WR1221TIM] $14 | $28
- Medium length, single-strand necklace- Button clasp- Color options: navy, dust, apple, and yellow
23WINTER
2011
T WI L L B A ND
[WR1202TWB] $12 | $24- Band of vertical beads- Wraps twice- Button clasp- Color options:
yellow and teal
WI L LOW K NOT
[WR1215WIL] $22 | $44- Five strands of small beads,
knotted in center- Button clasp- Color options: stone and
blue hues
25WINTER
2011
In every line, we love to continue some of our “go with everything” designs as well as put a spin on past favorites. The Classics section emphasizes the consistency of hard work and great design. We are constantl y motivated and encouraged by our Ugandan designers’ capacity to work hard. Eveline, who made this season’s yellow Timber necklace, shows consistency and determination in everything she does. Her goal is to save enough money to attend a University, earn a degree in education, and become a teacher. We are inspired by her work-ethic and excited to stand alongside her as she pursues her dreams.
PA R T T H R E E : T H E C L A S S I C S
01WINTER
2012
J U B I L E E
[FW1011JUB] $13 | $26
- Short, single strand necklace
- Button clasp- Multi-colored beads
B E L L A
[FW1061BEL] $27 | $54
- An extra-long single strand of beads that can be worn as a two to five strand necklace
- Button clasp- Color options: multi-colored and blue/tan
01WINTER
2012
L I BBY
[FW1001LIB] $6 | $12
- Single strand- Elastic- Multi-colored beads
MA B E L
[FW1021MAB] $15 | $30
- Medium length, single-strand necklace- Button clasp- Multi-colored beads
G WA Z Y T WI S T
[WR1201GWA] $7 | $14
- Single strand- Elastic- A mix of yellow, teal,
burgundy, and gold beads
DA P H NE
[FW1001DAP] $5 | $10
- Single strand- Elastic- Color options: yellow, cream, burgundy,
teal, navy, grey, and apple
DA R BY
[FW1002DAR] $7 | $14
- Two-strand bracelet connected with a single bead
- Elastic
CanopyWR1223CAN$19 I $38
CamelliaWR1223CAM$19 I $38Color Options: Yellow, Sky Blue, and Navy
MeadowsweetWR1221MEA$13 I $26Color Options: Yellow, Apple, and Teal
Seaweave[SR1101SEA] $14 | $28
P R O D U C T OVE R VI E W
PA R T O NE : T H E E S S E N C E
PA R T T WO : T H E G A L L E R Y
Tally Berry BlueWR1205TAL$14 I $28
Saturn RockWR1221SAT$16 | $32Color Options:Stone/Gold and Multi
Honeycomb CuffWR1200HON$14 I $28
DropletWR1203DRT$13 I $26
HickoryWR1222HIC$19 I $38
TinaWR1223TIN$22 I $44
TangleWR1216TAN$22 I $44
Holly BraidWR1202HOL$14 I $28Color options:Red/gold and Purple/gold
Truffle WR1223TRU$21 I $42
Elsa CuffWR1200ELS$23 I $46
Elderberry BanglesWR1204ELD$14 I $28
Shadow KnotSR1104SHA$14 | $28Color Options: Blue Hues and Butter/Mocha
31WINTER
2011
TimberWR1221TIM$14 I $28Color Options: Navy, Dust, Apple, and Yellow
Willow KnotWR1215WIL$22 I $44Color Options: Stone and Blue Hues
Twill Band[WR1202TWB] $12 | $24Color Options: Yellow and Teal
PA R T T H R E E : T H E C L A S S I C SJubileeFW1011JUB$13 I $26
BellaFW1061BEL$27 I $54Color Options: Multi and Blue/Tan
MabelFW1021MAB$15 I $30
LibbyFW1001LIB$6 I $12
Gwazy TwistWR1201GWA$7 I $14
DarbyFW1002DAR$7 I $14
DaphneFW1001DAP$5 I $10Color Options: Yellow, Cream, Burgundy, Teal, Navy, Grey, and Apple
OUR TEAM:
PHOTOGRAPHY: TREVER HOEHNE CATALOG DESIGN: KAYLA ADAMSUGANDA PHOTOGRAPHY: ALLY GARVINSTYLING: SUMMER WATKINSMAKE-UP: BROOKE HOEHNEMODELS: ASIA TABER, BRI ANNE HODGES, NATALIE LUIZ, AND MOLLY HOSIESPECIAL THANKS TO BRAND MODEL AND TALENT AGENCY
01WINTER
2012
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