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Hand-Loomed Bohemian Beaded Wrap Bracelet in Vibrant Hues - Dawn Radiance
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Wrap this burst of vibrant energy around your wrist and watch heads turn. Created by the talented artisans at Guatemala's Weaving Hands, this bracelet is a kaleidoscope of color dancing on durable nylon cords. Glass beads meticulously woven on special looms catch the light with every movement while a distinctive Tibetan-style pewter button adds a dash of metallic drama that transforms this accessory from simple adornment to wearable art.
- Glass beads; nylon cord; pewter button closure
- 0.17 oz
- 35 inches L x 0.2 inches W
THE STORY BEHIND THE PRODUCT
Artisan Organization: Weaving Hands
Country: Central America
"Hello, my name is Rosa Hern√°ndes and I belong to a group of women who grew up weaving from Santa Cruz La Laguna in Solol√°, near Lake Atitl√°n.
"Like most girls, we were taught to weave our own clothes and all of the textiles used in the home. We weave to earn our daily bread.
"One day, we met Lily Jacobs, a volunteer in a microcredit program in town. She earned our trust and we asked that she take some shawls and scarves to sell in the United States. She thought it was a good idea, but the bulky ítems took up too much space in her luggage. That’s why she sought a solution to support us. She proposed that we make beaded jewelry.
"We learned fast and bit by bit, more women became interested in this art form and started learning. This art allows us to work from home, take care of our children and receive a decent remuneration. People like our work a lot. We are very meticulous and we like to do our work well.
"We are still dedicated to weaving other things in our backstrap looms, but this craft is a new way to earn income and imprint our patterns and designs in another form that isn’t with thread. We dream about being able to bring our creations to the world so that people may enjoy them and be special pieces for someone.
"We want people to be curious about our town and our craft. We are inspired by nature, the lake, the beaches — basically all of Guatemala, because it is so beautiful!" "
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