$ 24.00
A single strand of colorful, repurposed textile beads decorates a delicate gold metallic chain. Great for layering.
The Story Behind the Art:
There are over 700 incredible women artisans in India and Bali that bring these jewelry designs to life, finding a path out of poverty through fair trade. They transform the scraps from Kantha quilts, which are made from worn cotton sari and are a traditional textile found in abundance in India, into beads for jewelry. This provides new life to a textile that is often discarded.
Each Kantha bead has a base made of wood, carved out of scraps gathered from a local furniture factory. We, and the artisans, love sustainable sourcing! Artisans then hand cover each wooden bead with a colorful piece of Kantha fabric, attaching them securely with a safe adhesive. Excess fabric is trimmed off, and the bead is complete. They are then strung together until they are transformed into one-of-a-kind necklaces, earrings or bracelets. The beads are assorted so the final piece of jewelry has a unique array of colors and patterns.
$ 9.95
12 strands of beautiful glass beads with a bead closure. Wear it loose or twist it to for a different look. Measures 7 1/2" unclasped.?á
Meet the Artisans
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Lucia's Imports LLC partners with Guatemalan families, artisan groups, and cooperatives to maintain a wholesale market for their quality accessories and handicrafts. Lucia's Imports is a members of the Fair Trade Federation and hopes to share the beauty of the Guatemala's art and culture, while making a difference in the lives of Mayan artisans, one purchase at a time. |
$ 14.95
12 strands of beautiful glass beads with a bead closure. Wear it loose or twist it to for a different look. Measures 22 inches.?á
Meet the Artisans
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Lucia's Imports LLC partners with Guatemalan families, artisan groups, and cooperatives to maintain a wholesale market for their quality accessories and handicrafts. Lucia's Imports is a members of the Fair Trade Federation and hopes to share the beauty of the Guatemala's art and culture, while making a difference in the lives of Mayan artisans, one purchase at a time. |
$ 16.50
Silver and teal finish brass cuff enchants from edge to edge with antique floral motif. Measures Adjustable; 1" W, 2.5" D
Meet the Artisans
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MATR BOOMIE is a fair trade collection from India that marries modern design sensibility with inspiring traditional art forms, bringing people and cultures closer together. With the mission of creating opportunities for women and minorities to realize their creative, economic and leadership potential. They have grown to empower 20,000 artisans in 40 partner communities throughout India. |
$ 9.95
This rainbow colored anklet is hand made in Guatemala with pearlescent and glass seed beads. It measures 9 inches unclasped, with an adjustable bead-and-loop closure. ?á
Meet the Artisans
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Lucia's Imports LLC partners with Guatemalan families, artisan groups, and cooperatives to maintain a wholesale market for their quality accessories and handicrafts. Lucia's Imports is a members of the Fair Trade Federation and hopes to share the beauty of the Guatemala's art and culture, while making a difference in the lives of Mayan artisans, one purchase at a time. |
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