The Story of Wish Bracelets (and the Magic Behind Yours)
The Story of Wish Bracelets (and the Magic Behind Yours)
Some things are small but mighty—like a whispered wish, a moment of hope, or a tiny thread tied lovingly around your wrist. Wish bracelets are simple, sweet, and quietly powerful… kind of like the intentions we tuck into them.
At Eleven Love, they’ve become one of our most beloved offerings. But how did this little ritual find its way to us? Let’s rewind the tape, shall we?
Where Wish Bracelets Began (Spoiler: It's Not Etsy)
Wish bracelets aren’t just a modern wellness trend—they’ve been around forever, in cultures across the world. In Brazil, Bahia Bands have been worn for over 200 years. Tie three knots, make three wishes, and wait for the ribbon to fall off naturally. When it does? The wishes come true. (We love a little divine timing.)
Knots and threads have long been symbols of protection, connection, and—yep—manifestation. The beauty of wish bracelets lies in their simplicity: a thread, a charm, and your full-hearted intention. When it eventually falls away, it’s not just a bracelet snapping—it’s your wish releasing into the universe. Goosebumps, right?
How Eleven Love Turned a Moment into a Movement
It all started with a wish—literally. On 11/11/2017, Eleven Love was born from a shared love of serendipity, sacred moments, and meaningful connection. Founders Alda Lee and Dawn Evans met thanks to their daughters’ kindergarten adventures (shoutout to the littles), but it was their shared spark for creativity and energy work that led to something bigger.
Inspired by childhood 11:11 wishes—remember those?—they created the 11:11 Make a Wish Bracelet collection: a tiny but powerful way to keep your dreams close and your energy aligned.
For Dawn, 11:11 wasn’t just a time—it was a sign, a nudge from the universe, a little “you got this” from the beyond. That same energy now lives in every wish bracelet we create.
They’re more than just pretty things (although… they are very pretty). These bracelets are tiny vessels of manifestation—woven reminders that the universe is always listening.
A Wish, A Reminder, A Little Everyday Magic
Whether you’re gifting one to your soul sister, matching with your mini, or wearing it solo as a sacred token, these bracelets hold more than threads and charms—they hold hope. They hold you.
So—what’s your wish?
Say it. Tie it. And let the magic do its thing.
Dawn, Alda & Amy
