Where craft meets intention.

ih-YA Congo Wallet

  • Handcrafted from premium Buttero leather, this wallet reflects the artistry of traditional leatherwork. From cut to stitch, each step is done entirely by hand.

    Design Details

    • 6 card pockets

    • 2 hidden compartments

    • Full-length cash slot

    • Slim profile, designed for daily use without bulk

  • Our wallets are not mass-produced—they are carefully handcrafted, one at a time. Each piece requires 6–8 hours of focused workmanship. Please allow 3–4 weeks from order to delivery, as we take the time to ensure every detail meets our standards.

  • This wallet is part of a collaboration with Action Kivu, a nonprofit working alongside communities in eastern Congo.

    Proceeds support the Congo Peace School, where children affected by conflict have access to education, daily meals, vocational training and tools for a peaceful future.

    Learn more: http://actionkivu.org/mission

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Each piece is made to order. Please fill out the form below to begin your request—we’ll follow up to confirm details and timeline.

Bi-Nka Bi Belt

Rooted in symbol and story, the Bi Nka Bi Belt is crafted to be worn with purpose. Made from 9–10 oz English bridle leather, edge-painted by hand, and finished with a nickel-plated buckle designed in-house. The buckle features Bi Nka Bi, an Akan symbol from Ghana that calls for peace, unity, and conflict resolution—reminding us to carry strength with grace.

The Sarki Edition offers a bold evolution of the design:

  • Fully hand-stitched and available in brown or red

  • Embellished with triangles and rhombus shapes, inspired by African textile patterns that symbolize structure, energy, and protection

  • Accented with crescent and full moon motifs, made with roundhead spots and a concho to represent cycles of renewal and reflection

Special requests can be accommodated upon request—each belt is made with intention, tailored to the wearer.

    • Leather: 9–10 oz premium English bridle leather, known for its firmness, smooth finish, and lasting structure

    • Edges: Hand-painted for a clean, refined silhouette

    • Buckle: Custom-designed, cast in nickel-plated zinc, featuring the Bi Nka Bi symbol from the Akan people of Ghana

    • Stitching (Sarki Edition): Fully hand-stitched for added durability and craftsmanship

    • Accents (Sarki Edition): Leather overlays in rhombus and triangle shapes, roundhead spots, and a full moon concho

    • Available in brown or red. Special requests welcome.

  • Each belt is made to order with care and attention to detail. Please allow 2–4 weeks for production and delivery.

    If you have a specific timeline in mind, feel free to include it in your request—we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Bi Nka Bi Belt

Begin Your Request

Each piece is made to order. Please fill out the form below to begin your request—we’ll follow up to confirm details and timeline.