Handcrafted · One of a Kind · Old Nick Village, Plettenberg Bay
Handmade
Beaded Animal
Sculptures
"Every piece we make is a story told through colour and shape."
"Paivepo… It's how my late grandmother would begin her stories. The moment she said it, our eyes would widen and we'd brace ourselves for whatever tale was coming next."— Tinashe Kachama, Founder
Current Collection
Featured
Sculptures
The Artist
Colour, pattern, and rhythm in every bead
Tinashe Kachama is the founder of Paivepo Art & Decor, based at Old Nick Village in Plettenberg Bay. Rooted in African heritage and inspired by nature, music, and tradition, his beaded sculptures carry memory, culture, and soul. Each piece is thoughtfully designed — a meditative act of creation that can take weeks to complete.
The Making
Bead by bead
"Each sculpture holds a heartbeat. The beading is a slow, meditative act — bead by bead, in quiet focus, traditional African rhythms playing in the background."
Collectors Say
Words from those who collect
"The most extraordinary piece in our home. Every guest asks about it — and is astonished to learn it is made entirely by hand, bead by bead."
"I visited Paivepo at Old Nick Village and left with three pieces. The craftsmanship is at a level I rarely encounter. Tinashe is a genuinely gifted artist."
"I commissioned a custom piece and the care Tinashe put into understanding what I wanted was extraordinary. The finished sculpture moved me to tears."
