Kente Pattern Mugs
Description: Celebrate everyone’s contribution with this striking Kente-filled "Kokuromotie" design. Representing the thumb, this Adinkra symbol reminds us that cooperation and participation make shared achievements possible. From the proverb, "Yensiane kokuromotie ho mmo po" which means, "We don't bypass the thumb to tie a knot.". Anybody who tries the exercise of tying a knot without his thumbs quickly appreciates this proverb.
Description: Celebrate everyone’s contribution with this striking Kente-filled "Kokuromotie" design. Representing the thumb, this Adinkra symbol reminds us that cooperation and participation make shared achievements possible. From the proverb, "Yensiane kokuromotie ho mmo po" which means, "We don't bypass the thumb to tie a knot.". Anybody who tries the exercise of tying a knot without his thumbs quickly appreciates this proverb.
Description: Celebrate the power of working together with "Dono Ntoaso", an Adinkra symbol of united action. Rich Kente patterns create a colorful tribute to cooperation, community and shared purpose.
Dono Ntoaso (The double dono; joined tension talking drum) Mug
by ArtisticFloetry
$13 $18
Description: Sankofa is often expressed in the Akan language as "sewo were fi nawo sankofa a yenkyi". Which means it is not an abomination to return and take what you forgot. Sankofa teaches that to record successes and move forward, we have to return to our roots. In other words, Sankofa translates to gathering good lessons learned in our past and using them to achieve future goals.
Description: Celebrate the power of working together with "Dono Ntoaso", an Adinkra symbol of united action. Rich Kente patterns create a colorful tribute to cooperation, community and shared purpose.
Dono Ntoaso (The double dono; joined tension talking drum) Mug
by ArtisticFloetry
$13 $18
Description: Celebrate leadership rooted in service with this striking Kente-filled Adinkra design. Inspired by the wisdom that future leaders must first learn to serve, it honors humility, dedication and purpose. From the expression, "Nea ope se obedi hene daakye no firi asee sua som ansa" which means, "He who wants to be a king in the future begins by learning how to serve."
Description: Celebrate the value of taking part with this vibrant Kente-filled Adinkra design. A symbol of democracy and shared participation, it offers a meaningful reminder that every voice deserves a place. From the aphorism, "Wo nsa da mu a, wonni nnya wo" which means, "When your hands are inside the dish, people don't eat everything and leave you nothing."
Wo Nsa Da Mu A (When your hands are inside (the dish)) Mug
by ArtisticFloetry
$13 $18
Description: Celebrate leadership rooted in service with this striking Kente-filled Adinkra design. Inspired by the wisdom that future leaders must first learn to serve, it honors humility, dedication and purpose. From the expression, "Nea ope se obedi hene daakye no firi asee sua som ansa" which means, "He who wants to be a king in the future begins by learning how to serve."
Description: Celebrate meaningful connection with this vibrant Kente-filled "Mekyea Wo" design. Meaning “I greet you”, this Adinkra symbol honors recognition, respect and the importance of acknowledging others. When two Akans meet, they first greet each other before proceeding to do anything else. They greet not just to exchange pleasantries but because to greet is to recognize a fellow human being.
Description: Wear a reminder of a clear conscience with "Dwantire", the ram’s head Adinkra symbol associated with innocence and guiltlessness. From the proverb, "Dwantire se: Me tiri mu faa; okwasea bobonya menni fo nti na mabo hyire" which means, "The head of the ram says: My conscience is free; the righteous fool who never tastes of guilt should not be dressed in black, hence, I am always in white." The idea here is that the guiltless fears no accusation. Rich Kente patterns and bold lettering give this meaningful design a distinctive look.
Description: Celebrate watchful leadership with this distinctive Kente-filled "Ohene Aniwa" design. Meaning “the king’s eyes,” this Adinkra symbol represents vigilance, intelligence, defense, authority, power, foresight and protection. From the aphorism, "Ohene aniwa twa ne ho hyia" which means, "The kings eyes surround him" that is, "The king sees everything."
Description: Celebrate the balance of loving care and gentle discipline with this vibrant Kente-filled "Akoko Nan" design. The hen’s foot symbolizes nurturing guidance and protection. From the Akan proverb, "Akoko nan tia ba na enkum ba," which means, "The foot of a hen steps on the child (chick) but it doesn't kill the child (chick)"
