ornaments with love

With inspiration from Mayan art and architecture, Cristobal Ramirez of Guatemala designs a marvelous wrap bracelet. A beautiful array of glass beads in colors of blue and turquoise are carefully strung by hand between two lengths of nylon cord that wrap the wrist, closing with a reconstituted turquoise button. Says the artisan, "Mayan architecture is a precious thing. Combining different forms and sizes, it is something precious to admire. It is incredible to think that our ancestors achieved magnificent works without imagining that today they would be the treasure of our country."

This pair of vibrant wrap bracelets features a lively color palette where orange and purple reign supreme. They dazzle with the exquisite union of sparkling crystal and glass beads meticulously woven with artisanal expertise by Guatemala's Domingo Reanda on a special bead loom. Enhancing their allure, polished Tibetan-style pewter buttons bestow a dash of refinement and grace.

Artisan Domingo explains, "I carefully selected vibrant tones interwoven with metallic hues for the first bracelet, signifying the radiant energy of the present moment and the protective shield against negative influences and physical harm. It is my sincere hope that this bracelet will stand as a perpetual reminder to maintain a positive perspective and to live fearlessly.

I've crafted the second bracelet in vibrant, rainbow-inspired tones to represent joy. I hope it serves as a reminder to live life, to live it happily, and to accept and love yourself just as you are. Remember that you are unique and special, deserving of all the love and good things the universe has to offer."

Let love conquer your soul and your nights with this sublime creation by Ghana's Tina Quaye. Arranging heart and flower motifs in an enchanting pair of dangle earrings, the artisan creates a charming accent exuding a romantic aura. Each element is crafted from recycled plastic and grass beads, all joined by brass hooks for a comfortable display of grace.

The exquisite artistry of the Ghanaian lands merges with Tina Quaye's love for the environment, creating these bold dangle earrings ideal for expressing your chic side. The artisan works with recycled glass beads to create each piece, adding a charming palette of green and yellow hues that will allow you to captivate everybody with a stylish grace. In addition, the earrings feature brass hooks.

Guatemala's love for nature brings us an exquisite piece of jewelry handcrafted with advanced techniques and passion. Artisan Domingo Reanda uses stainless steel and copper wires to create this pair of round dangle earrings, whose design imitates a prosperous tree growing strong and beautiful. A green base color enriches the crystal and glass beads that adorn the accessories, featuring a palette of turquoise, purple and light green hues that perfectly complements the earrings' vital energy. In addition, sterling silver hooks allow for comfortable use.

Indonesian artisans traded beads with Europe during the days of the Roman Empire, and the island's unique beadwork style continues to evolve over the centuries. Inspired by Java's tropical flora and exquisitely beaded formal sarongs, artisans tap into these beading traditions to create this set of ten stretchy, sequined rings in every hue of the rainbow. There is a different ring for every day and mood, or you can share with friends and family.

This exquisite rosary station bracelet featuring glass and hematite beads exudes ethereal grace. Meticulously crafted by Thai artisan Tipa, this beautiful accessory is adorned with a sterling silver cross charm that delicately suspends from the extender chain, offering adjustable length. With its lovely polished finish, this bracelet becomes a captivating symbol of devotion and elegance.

Artisan Domingo Reanda wishes the world to grow as wise and magical as the tree that ornaments his newest creation. Made in honor of the spiritual world, this stainless steel pendant necklace features a gorgeous nature theme adorned with green wires and a combination of amethyst, glass and crystal beads, whose bewitching hues invite you to a realm of dreams. The necklace—directly from Guatemala—also has a comfortable leather cord.

Like a bubbling waterfall, sleek gems cascade down golden chains in this earring design from Nareerat in Thailand. She crafts the earrings with carnelian and dyed serpentine as well as sparkling glass beads. The gems adorn 24k gold plated silver chains, which in turn swing from sterling silver hooks.

.925 Sterling silver

Blazing a brilliant trail, these earrings from Nareerat in Thailand make a sparkling fashion statement. Globes of green quartz are set within tiers of silver chain that suspend sparkling glass beads and additional quartz beads. Silver plated beads add their polished gleam to the effect. The earrings sway from sterling silver hooks.

.925 Sterling silver plated brass beads, .925 sterling silver chain and hooks