pretty jewelry

From the paradisial lands of Costa Rica, a refreshing design calls for energies of courage to enter your life. Magaly and Rebeca Valverde work with waxed nylon cords in a pretty turquoise hue to craft this macrame bracelet, whose floral pendant is composed of natural tiger's eye jewels, displaying a dapper brown tone complemented by crystals and glass beads.

From Khalid Ali, this delightful design features dozens of diminutive flowers. The unique mini chest features four drawers in blue and yellow to organize jewelry or personal treasures. Handcrafted of dark brown wood, the decorative box showcases the art of repoussé.

Inspired by the art of macrame, this pretty adjustable bracelet is designed and crafted by Carmina Giron in Guatemala. The artisan adds faceted crystal beads for sparkle.

The handcrafted touch is evident in these pretty ceramic dangle earrings from Ritu Thapar in India. The double-fired terracotta earrings are painted a rich chocolate shade with golden accents. They feature sterling silver posts and clasps.

.925 Sterling silver

Like a trickling waterfall, light blue beads of dyed calcite stream from this pretty necklace. Complementing the pale blue hues are beads of rich brown tiger's eye. The gemstones are wired onto braided black cords for a necklace that will not go unnoticed. The tiny polished beads and hook clasp are crafted from 950 silver.

Warm reddish-brown agate beads are like droplets of chocolate in this pretty stretch bracelet from Sang Ayu, a member of Bhakti Senang Hati. This non-profit foundation in Bali assists the physically disabled in developing self-esteem and physical and economic independence. The artisan strings the enhanced agate gems on elastic cord for a classic bracelet design.

With a pretty pattern of various gleaming gemstones, this pendant necklace designed and crafted by Thai artisan Sasina makes a stunning statement. Tiger's eye and garnet gemstones are purposefully placed among dyed quartz and glass beads in an elegant combination, with a double strand neckline that features a quartet of flower petal pendants. The necklace features a sterling silver plated brass clasp and extender chain for finding the perfect fit.

These pretty beaded bracelets are the creation of Sang Ayu Sardiwati of Bhakti Senang Hati, a foundation in Bali that assists the physically disabled to attain physical and economic independence and build self-esteem. "Although we live in very limited conditions, my childhood was very happy", says artisan Sang Ayu. "I used to work carrying stones for a dam construction when I was in Junior High School so I can pay the school fee myself. Unfortunately the dam suddenly collapse and huge stones broke my leg. Now I have to use a prosthesis everywhere. I was so depressed, very not confident after the accident, I usually hide and shy whenever people visiting our home. But finally my spirit is back after I saw my parents were crying because my depressed condition. After pray to God, I feel more patient and strong. I even graduated from a university, and I start making handicrafts. After I joined the Foundation, I met my husband and now we have three boys." One stretch bracelet is crafted from blue and orange ceramic beads alternating with brown coconut shell beads, while the other is entirely of coconut wood.

This pretty beaded bracelet is the creation of Sang Ayu Sardiwati of Bhakti Senang Hati, a foundation in Bali that assists the physically disabled attain physical and economic independence and build self-esteem. "Although we live in very limited conditions, my childhood was very happy", says artisan Sang Ayu. "I used to work carrying stones for a dam construction when I was in Junior High School so I can pay the school fee myself. Unfortunately the dam suddenly collapse and huge stones broke my leg. Now I have to use a prosthesis everywhere. I was so depressed, very not confident after the accident, I usually hide and shy whenever people visiting our home. But finally my spirit is back after I saw my parents were crying because my depressed condition. After pray to God, I feel more patient and strong. I even graduated from a university, and I start making handicrafts. After I joined the Foundation, I met my husband and now we have 3 boys." The stretch bracelet is crafted from scarlet ceramic beads alternating with albesia wood beads in light and dark finishes.

This pretty beaded bracelet is the creation of Sang Ayu Sardiwati of Bhakti Senang Hati, a foundation in Bali that assists the physically disabled to attain physical and economic independence and build self-esteem. "Although we live in very limited conditions, my childhood was very happy", says artisan Sang Ayu. "I used to work carrying stones for a dam construction when I was in Junior High School so I can pay the school fee myself. Unfortunately the dam suddenly collapse and huge stones broke my leg. Now I have to use a prosthesis everywhere. I was so depressed, very not confident after the accident, I usually hide and shy whenever people visiting our home. But finally my spirit is back after I saw my parents were crying because my depressed condition. After pray to God, I feel more patient and strong. I even graduated from a university, and I start making handicrafts. After I joined the Foundation, I met my husband and now we have 3 boys." The stretch bracelet is crafted from blue ceramic beads alternating with albesia wood and coconut shell beads.