jewelry for sisters

The beautiful Bawang closes her eyes in meditation as her song of hope reaches the heavens and brings her riches. One of many of Bali's legendary characters, hers is a story of moral underpinnings as her destiny surprises her. Wayan Rendah hand-carves her visage from hibiscus wood to capture Bawang's ethereal origin with the wood's bicolor grain. Eloquently detailed, the mask features a bird pecking treasures on Bawang's head. A most vivid piece accompanied by mysticism to complement a personal collection.

A humble Bawang was envied by her sister Kesuna, who though rich, was full of lust and banished Bawang to the forest. Scared, Bawang began to pray for protection, her prayer akin to a bird's trill. Soon birds began to peck on her arms and neck leaving behind gold bracelets and necklaces. When Kesuna saw her sister's fate, she ran into the forest to seek protection, however instead of jewelry, she met only snakes and scorpions.

Hibiscus wood exhibits colors ranging from white to light gray, dark gray or even black heartwood. This natural occurrence can rarely be replicated, making each carving exceptionally unique. Please expect slight differences in wood grain color and distribution patterns. Theme and artistic quality remain the same.

Set with 10.5 carats of sparkling peridot gemstones, this elegant cuff bracelet is designed by Balinese artisan Made Sugi. Crafted of sterling silver, the wide cuff is detailed with intricate sterling rawa granules alongside curling wire work that evokes a floral paradise.

With skill and artistic spirit, Wayan Rendah captures a Balinese legend in this hand-carved statuette. It is told that Ni Kesuna betrayed her sister Ni Bawang, causing her to flee from her home. Ni Bawang ran into the forest, where in her sadness she prayed to God for mercy and protection. After hearing birds singing, she sang to them as if to God, and in response the birds perched upon her wrists, neck, and hands, giving her gold jewelry and a crown. After Ni Bawang returned home, Ni Kesuna became envious of her and tried to recreate the scene herself. However, she ended up with snakes instead of birds.

This excellent work is sculpted from local suar wood.

Set with 11 carats of sparkling garnet gemstones, this elegant cuff bracelet is designed by Balinese artisan Made Sugi. Crafted of sterling silver, the wide cuff is detailed with intricate sterling rawa granules alongside curling wire work that evokes a floral paradise.

A mysterious woman and her sister slumber side by side, depicted in a superb bracelet by Buana. Carved by hand of polished bone, the serene faces are surrounded by blue topaz, amethyst and citrine totaling over ten carats. The medallion centers an ornate sterling silver cuff.

You can always count on natural stones to make you stand out, especially if they are complemented by lustrous sterling silver like this breathtaking pendant necklace. Indonesian artisan Komang Suastra selects magnificent garnet and rainbow moonstone gemstones for a piece of jewellery that will make a statement.

Want a taste of sophistication? Then try this pair of luxurious garnet and rainbow moonstone dangle earrings that ooze all the sheer beauty of natural stones. Indonesian artisan Komang Suastra designs and crafts the earrings with the traditional technique of Balinese sterling silver for a stunning look.

Marice Nuñez's love for arts and crafts comes from her mother. She began making bracelets with her sister and saw the potential to have her own workshop. These handmade blue beaded dangle earrings feature tightly threaded glass beads to form an inner circle and an outer half moon shape. They hang from stainless steel hooks

Dancing on stainless hooks, radiant earrings by Marice Nuñez feature a series of purple-pink and blue glass beads, tightly woven into a starburst design. The Costa Rican artisan's love for arts and crafts came from her mother, who mostly did it for love. Later, while working with her sister, she saw a creative opportunity in beaded jewellery.

Ila Suleyman of Ghana presents this bold statement necklace. Crafted from 40 strands of leather in emerald and featuring a button loop clasp, the artist names this pogyende, a Northern Ghanaian word meaning "one lovely sister".

Suggesting the close family life of Balinese sisters, four shining circles adorn earrings from Sukartini. Delicate motifs take shape in traditional granule silver work, adorning long diamond shapes enhanced with 18k gold.

.925 Sterling silver

A friendly little elephant hangs from a dainty length of box chain in this pendant necklace from Thailand. Crafted from sterling silver with a brushed-satin finish for a bright sheen, this necklace is designed by Jantana, who learns her trade from her helpful sister.