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Meaning "patience" in the language of the Mamprusi people, the Sougri necklace is a fabulous new design by Ila Suleyman. The artisan-crafted necklace features a bone pendant as well as a sickle-shaped horn pendant expertly knotted within the violet leather strands of this torsade necklace. It fastens with a black recycled plastic button.
From northern Ghana, the Mamprusi people are predominantly rice and cattle farmers who use cow hide and bone to create various items including jewellery and accessories.
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a beautiful way to say thank you to someone important in your life and that was beyond that
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I get compliments on this necklace almost each time I wear it. Matches my wardrobe palette of rust, black and brown. Love that it is chunky enough to be seen without being too big. Thank you, Ila Suleyman! - Laurie, Los Angeles
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This is a quality piece. Tightly woven. So unusual. I love it.
You can find our leather and horn torsade necklace 'Sougri Violet' by Ila Suleyman in jewellery categories such as Cultural Necklaces, No Stone Necklaces, Bone Necklaces, Horn Necklaces and Leather Necklaces. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
Job Creator
Ila has several employees who help him in his workshop.
Working with Disabilities
This artist is working with some sort of disability ranging from mental or physical and includes conditions such as being handicapped physically, or perhaps having a condition such as autism. This is also awarded to artists that employ other artists with disabilities.
Enabling Education
This artist is currently supporting and providing for the education of their children, grandchildren, or children in their community, whether it be at the primary, secondary, or university level.
Preserving Traditions
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
Microcredit Financing
Ila Suleyman has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $400.
Covering Basic Needs
This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.
Profound Impact
Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.
Moving On Up
This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.
Caring for Children
Ila has a toddler named Ramatu that he supports.
"My forefathers were predominantly millet and cattle farmers, and they would use the leather of the animals for accessories such as talismans, bangles and necklaces for personal use."