ABOUT US
Mala Elements was founded in late 2020, during a time when the island fell quiet and many local livelihoods were deeply affected by the sudden decline in tourism.
Created with purpose, Mala Elements was built to support and empower Balinese female artisans. Women whose skills, traditions, and craftsmanship deserved to continue being seen, valued, and shared with the world. With a desire to harness Bali's magical energy, founder Debbie Amelsvoort brought together a small team of local women. Their purpose was to create jewellery designed not only to be worn, but to be felt, pieces that carry intention, connection, and soul.
Consciously handcrafted using traditional techniques such as hand-knotting, weaving, stringing, and stone setting. Mala Elements uses only natural materials, genuine gemstones, pearls, and precious metals.
Materials are sourced locally in Bali wherever possible, with a strong focus on supporting female-owned suppliers. Every step of the process is considered: from operating with zero-waste principles to using no plastics in the jewellery or packaging.
In 2022, Mala Elements opened its first retail store in Seminyak. A space that continues to create opportunities for local employment and growth, while bringing the full experience of the brand to life..
Today, Mala Elements continues to grow, while remaining deeply connected to its roots. The local Balinese women you meet in-store are the very same women involved in the creation of each piece, from sourcing gemstones and beads, to design and production. It is this full-circle process that makes every piece feel personal, and every connection genuine.
Both the jewellery and the store are blessed with Holy Water from Alangsankar in North Bali, as part of ongoing Hindu rituals. An integral part of the energy and intention behind all that we create.
We are deeply grateful to our customers, those who visit us in-store and those who discover us online, who value meaningful jewellery and support the hands and stories behind each piece.
The Mala Elements Family