artisan jewelry

Guatemalan artisan Jorge López handcrafts this striking pendant necklace. A circular pendant made of jade hangs on an adjustable black cotton cord. On the pendant, the artisan uses a combination of polished and unpolished jade to form the iconic symbol of peace.

Ebony-hued cords, braided by hand, are accented with petite beads of 950 silver that have been hand-stamped by Karen hill tribe artisans. This casual style unisex bracelet from Thai artisan Napapat features a silver peace symbol charm. The bracelet's length can be adjusted for a perfect fit with the sliding knot.

From Thailand's Napapat comes this cord bracelet in an onyx hue. The work of Karen hill tribe artisans, the bracelet is expertly braided by hand. It features a cylindrical hand-stamped silver accent with a flower motif and a silver peace symbol charm which both contrast nicely against the dark tone of the bracelet. A sliding knot closure allows for an individualized fit.

Oxidation gives the charm on this handcrafted bracelet an ancient vibe. The 950 silver charm bears the symbol for om, a sacred sound and traditional mantra used in prayer and meditation. Thai artisan Napapat centers the charm on braided black cords punctuated with beads of high-purity Karen hill tribe silver. A sliding knot allows you to adjust the bracelet to the desired length.

Knotted over black cotton cords, blue cords come together in macramé. This unity bracelet is designed by Shubhra Singh. In the center, four open circles are bound together by an infinity symbol rope. "Black represents the dark clouds hanging over us today and blue represents the flow of life that overrides all odds," the Indian artisan says. "The macramé resembles a bridge over rough waters or tricky terrain. Four open circles, representing the four corners of the world, are forever bound together by an infinity symbol rope."