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'Kente Man' - Men's Hand Made Wood Pendant Necklace

Ghana's legendary kente cloth traditions inspire Ralph Ashong in the design of this necklace for men. Historically reserved for the nobility and the rich kente patterns and colors are unique to the weavers that design them and the symbolism they confer... more

Sapphire Emotion,'Sapphire Rose Pendant Necklace Handmade from Eucalyptus Wood'

Drawing inspiration from roses and their stunning appearance, Brazil's Claudia Castelao crafts a bewitching eucalyptus wood pendant in a sapphire tone, perfect for a glamorous style. After finishing the centerpiece, Claudia sets the flower over a round... more

Village Love,'Handmade Sese Wood Beaded Pendant Necklace from Ghana'

Designed by Ghanaian artisan Esther Darko, this loving necklace features beads of sese wood that circle the neck, centered by three spherical pendants. A brass clasp completes this striking accessory. more

Mighty Lion,'Artisan Crafted Mighty Lion Wood Pendant Necklace from Ghana'

A mighty lion, king of the jungle, captures the imagination in this necklace by Ali Mohammed. The hand-carved sese wood pendant is surrounded by bamboo and wood beads and is worn on a black cord necklace of adjustable length. more

Sleepy Gecko,'Handmade Suar Wood Gecko Back Scratcher from Bali'

Combining form and function to create something that is unique and timeless, artisan Nengah Sudarsana hand-carves this charming back scratcher from native suar wood. First employed by the ancient Chinese, back scratchers are a practical tool that have... more

Tortoise,'Handmade Agate and Ebony Wood Necklace with Tortoise Pendant'

Working with black and brown beads crafted from agate and bamboo, this stunning beaded necklace is the work of Anna Yawson. A tortoise pendant carved from ebony wood makes it a playful addition to any outfit. Because natural wood is used, the grain and... more

Elorm,'Handmade Eco-Smart Recycled Glass Bead Necklace from Ghana'

Each recycled glass bead shines with Artisan Salome Korkor Kpokli's hope for her community as she trains others to become artisans and gain opportunities. Salome arranges sese wood and recycled glass beads along this necklace named Elorm , from the Ewe... more

Gye Nyame,'Hand Made Ebony Wood Adinkra Symbol Pendant Bracelet'

A wooden Adinkra symbol centers this intriguing bracelet West Africa's Robert Lanyo. The artisan crafts the bracelet from black nylon cord with an adjustable sliding knot, hand knotting recycled plastic beads on either side of the ebony wood Adinkra... more

Ahenema Royalty,'Handmade Necklace with Leather Pendant and Beaded Accents'

The rustic and whimsical leather pendant of this necklace of Ghanaian origin is a representation of an ahenema , the sandals worn by Akan royalty. The brown pendant is surrounded by sese wood and bamboo beads strung on a leather cord that features a... more

Mawusi,'Handmade Eco-Friendly Recycled Glass Bead Pendant Necklace'

Ghanaian Artisan Salome Korkor Kpokli arranges sese wood and recycled glass beads along this necklace named Mawusi , a word from the Ewe language used to refer to the one in the hands of God. Each recycled bead builds Salome's hope for her community as... more

Glorious You in Red,'Hand Made Beaded Wood Multi-Strand Necklace'

Create a bold impression with the thick strands of bright red beads on Sumalee Nawakul's necklace. The artisan uses waxed polyester cord to hand thread 12 strands of littleleaf boxwood beads which fasten with a charming button clasp. more

Purple Urchin,'Artisan Crafted Purple Wood Necklace from Thailand'

This dazzling statement necklace in purple is brought to us by Sumalee Nawakul of Thailand. She carefully threads little purple beads crafted of littleleaf boxwood on ten individual strands joined by larger brown beads in this stunning handmade necklace. more