gifts for husband

Wear the wild elegance of the tropical Guatemalan forests with this gallant design crafted by Lorena Cofiño. Jade and jasper stones in green and brown hues form this beaded stretch bracelet, imitating the colors of the region's jungle for a dapper look.

Volcanic stones and pinewood beads capture the bold essence of the modern man, forming a dapper accessory crafted in Guatemala. Artisans Erick and Ivania work long hours on this beaded bracelet, meticulously arranging each piece around an adjustable nylon cord and finishing it with a hematite bead at the center, a symbol of protection.

In addition to their aesthetic charm, diffuser bracelets can also incorporate essential oils, offering the benefits of aromatherapy. Guatemalan artisans Erick and Ivania create this splendid design for men by threading onto a cord lava stone, pinewood and carnelian beads. Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to the lava beads and enjoy their soothing aroma all day. Carnelian is believed to help balance the first and second chakras, further contributing to your vitality and well-being. Thanks to its sliding knot closure, you can adjust this fabulous bracelet to your liking.

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.

For artisan Dina from Peru, handcrafting jewelry with an Incan flair is a family affair. Her husband learned ceramic techniques from her, and the whole family works in one artisan form or another. "My work is a family endeavor and our designs are ancestral ones," she says. She designs this set of three beaded bracelets which are hand-strung. Jasper, obsidian, tiny sterling silver beads, smooth green and red beads, and handcrafted ceramic beads give the stretch bracelets a variety of colors and textures.