creative bracelets

This curated gift set invites you to celebrate autumn with a series of exquisite fashion statements. Handmade by artisans from the Central American region, the box includes a precious bamboo rayon shawl where bright colors merge—handwoven by the K'amolon K'i K'ojonel association. Green recycled paper pieces form a bohemian-inspired wristband bracelet, a creation by Argentina and Francisco, whereas a glass beaded wrap bracelet by Domingo Reanda captures the colors of nature. To finish this selection, Rosario Ramirez immortalizes natural flowers in a pair of resin-coated button earrings.

This dazzling collection showcases the weaving traditions of Chiapas, where Maya women work on the backstrap loom just as their ancestors did in pre-Hispanic times. A red cotton tote features rainbow stripes and embroidered flowers on the front. The purse opens to a roomy, unlined interior for your belongings. The handwoven floral cosmetic bag is also embroidered. Inside is a small zipper pocket.

A petite copal wood owl alebrije adorns the key chain. They originated in 1936 in Mexico City when Pedro Linares became ill and fell into a coma. He dreamed he was caught between the land of the living and the dead in a forest-like place, populated with fantastical hybrid creatures. They repeatedly cried alebrije! After recovering, the artisan recreated these figures in bright papier mache and called them alebrijes.

Two petite beaded bracelets complete the set.

Felted wool kittens stay warm in their winter coats. Embroidered with cotton details, six cozy cats wear warm scarves and jackets in this set of ornaments from India. Ashish Mehta creates this set, featuring cats of assorted colors and breeds. The set arrives with a handy storage bag.

Bring the family together, celebrating each member with these five bracelets. A mother and artisan from Ciudad Vieja, Guatemala, Carmina Giron crafts each of these bracelets with a series of knots that give them a unique feel and look. Between blue, red, tan, pink and purple, each family member is sure to love these bracelets. Creating handicrafts helps Carmina support her family and brings buying a home within reach.

Akwele Suma finds encouragement in the fearless women of the traditional Ghanaian markets to create a lovely accessory honoring their hardworking spirits. Working with recycled plastic, paper and sese wood beads, the artisan creates this pretty beaded stretch bracelet with yellow floral motifs as the central elements, symbolizing Akwele's best wishes for her people.

Working with tiny glass beads, Mirian Zet in Guatemala creates this pretty pair of wristband bracelets. One features a zigzag motif in red, orange and black; while the other has a color scheme of black, clear and titanium. The bracelets can be fastened at one of two lengths with a beaded toggle.

Working with tiny glass beads, Mirian Zet in Guatemala creates this pretty pair of wristband bracelets. One features a block motif in bronze, gold and clear; while the other has a zigzag pattern in seafoam, sky and gold. The bracelets can be fastened at one of two lengths with a beaded toggle.