Lwok Bnetek Wave & Waters Brass Cuff

The Lwok Bnetek Brass Cuff is inspired by Lake Sebu, where the water moves like song — steady, soft, and life-giving.

To the Tboli, the lake is more than landscape — it is home, provider, and muse. They are fishers as much as artisans, drawing from its depths not just their daily catch, but the rhythm that shapes their stories and craft.

"Lwok" literally means "wave" and symbolises the Tboli's connection to this life-giving body of water.

It’s a piece of water, work, and wonder — a still moment from a moving story, now resting on your wrist.

The Tboli are celebrated as visionary brass-casters, woodworkers, and “Dreamweavers”. The art of Temwel (brass-casting) is an honoured tradition passed down for generations. 

To craft each piece, the artisans use upcycled brass and other metal scraps from local junk shops. These are then transformed into new designs that honor Tboli tradition, folklore, and nature. Temwel involves a complex process of wax rolling, clay molding, and molten metal casting that usually takes days to complete.

Each of our pieces are handmade in small batches to showcase the highest quality Tboli craftsmanship available. Naturally, this means your jewelry will have small imperfections and a unique character to it.

• Proudly designed and handcrafted by the Tboli brass-casters of Lake Sebu, South Cotabato, Philippines
• Made with brass upcycled from various objects
• Size: 7 in - 8.5 in
• Slightly adjustable open cuff for a comfortable fit