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Earrings Paper
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Saguaro Scene, Handcrafted Cactus Scene Wood Frame Dangle Earrings
Ana Luisa Zavala
$66.99CAD Wholesale$66.99CAD -
Brilliant Frida, Handcrafted Frida Kahlo Wood Dangle Earrings Aqua Tassels
Ana Luisa Zavala
$66.99CAD Wholesale$66.99CAD -
Majestic Abladei, Handmade Recycled Paper and Wood Dangle Earrings from Ghana
Akwele Suma
$39.99CAD Wholesale$39.99CAD -
Tema Harbor, Recycled Paper Sailboat Earrings Crafted by Hand
Akwele Suma
$48.99CAD Wholesale$48.99CAD -
Frida's Strength, Handcrafted Frida Kahlo Image Wood Frame Dangle Earrings
Ana Luisa Zavala
$62.99CAD Wholesale$62.99CAD -
Floral Twirl, Handmade Recycled Paper and Glass Bead Chandelier Earrings
Vrinda Gokhale
$41.99CAD Wholesale$41.99CAD -
Yellow Boats, Recycled Paper Sailboat Earrings Crafted by Hand in Ghana
Akwele Suma
$33.99CAD Wholesale$33.99CAD -
Heartfelt Frida, Handcrafted Frida Kahlo Sacred Heart Wood Dangle Earrings
Ana Luisa Zavala
$66.99CAD Wholesale$66.99CAD -
Frida Adorned, Handcrafted Frida Kahlo and Flowers Wood Dangle Earrings
Ana Luisa Zavala
$66.99CAD Wholesale$66.99CAD -
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Pampam Store, Handcrafted Recycled Paper and Wood Dangle Earrings
Akwele Suma
$28.99CAD Wholesale$28.99CAD -
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Siren Call, Handcrafted Mermaid Wood Frame Dangle Earrings with Tassels
Ana Luisa Zavala
$66.99CAD Wholesale$66.99CAD -
Taifa Tangerine, Orange Handmade Earrings with Recycled Paper
Akwele Suma
$55.99CAD Wholesale$55.99CAD -
Hot Breakfast, Hand Crafted Recycled Paper Dangle Earrings
Akwele Suma
$39.99CAD Wholesale$39.99CAD -
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Eco Nkonson, Chain Motif Recycled Paper Dangle Earrings from Ghana
Akwele Suma
$39.99CAD Wholesale$39.99CAD -
Naa Araa Royalty, Recycled Paper and Sese Wood Dangle Earrings from Ghana
Akwele Suma
$39.99CAD Wholesale$39.99CAD -
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Fortune Blooms, Eco-Friendly Floral Sese Wood Beaded Dangle Earrings
Akwele Suma
$36.99CAD Wholesale$36.99CAD -
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Good-Natured, Artisan Crafted Recycled Paper and Wood Earrings from Ghana
Akwele Suma
$27.99CAD Wholesale$27.99CAD -
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Orange Glory, Orange Recycled Paper Dangle Earrings from Ghana
Akwele Suma
$33.99CAD Wholesale$33.99CAD
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The Village Council
Your answers straight from the village experts
While modern shapes and patterns may be new, earrings have actually been in existence for more than 7,000 years. In ancient cultures throughout Asia and Northern Africa, these pieces were traditionally worn by the wealthy elite who relied on accoutrements to communicate their status and position in society. In the Mesoamerican region of what is now Central America, earrings had religious significance and were worn by both men and women to honor pre-Hispanic deities. In ancient Peru, leaders adorned themselves in ceremonial garb, including earrings, which may have been used to indicate rank, function, religious codes, as well as emblems of power and prestige. Throughout history, earrings have been markers of social position and identity. While we may forget that this tremendous history lies behind a pair of modern earrings, global artisans work to keep ancient traditions alive.
Attention to detail, patience and expert craftsmanship are the essential ingredients that go into every pair of traditional earrings. Whether the style involves hand-beading, copal wood carving, metal work, fabric or filigree, processes often date back generations, and are handed down through families and artisan communities. One of the oldest methods of earring-making is jewelry casting. It is an art form that has been in existence for thousands of years. From the time that ancient civilizations learned to melt metal, they have been pouring molten gold and silver into cavities of stone, plaster, sand, and cuttlefish bone. Once hardened, castings were then broken free from their encasings and tooled into shape. While much has changed since these primitive forays, much remains the same. Around the world, artisans still use metal casting as an important process in jewelry making. Many cultures also make use of metal threads in their jewelry. Silver alloy, for example, is made in sheets or fine threads using a range of tools. Filigree, a delicate and beautiful art form, uses a process of weaving thin metal threads into a particular pattern or design. Regardless of the method of production, each pair of traditional earrings reflects the artisan's unique vision combined with processes passed down through generations.
Featured Reviews
I'm ordering again
Pair number 2! It's so nice to know that I am doing something good for the planet...and Akwele has an eye for beauty!!
Mary
Sep 28, 2017
One of my go to earrings
These Earrings are so delightful. Wear them a lot. Thanks for your beautiful work and designs. Mary D.
Janet
Aug 17, 2021
Sturdy earrings!
These are delightful little "bells". No ringer, but since they are on the ears, that is a plus! Very sturdy for paper.
Featured Artist
Akwele Suma Recycled paper and fashion jewellery, and original paintings
"One can never finish discovering what nature has to offer, so from a place of the spirit and with joy, gratitude, and delight I am going deeper with my work in order to share with the world."
Akwele Suma Glory is a multi award winning and dynamic mixed media artist. She belongs to the echelon of international Women artists who believe in... read more
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