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Product ID: 215160
In rich dark brown, this torsade necklace is by Sumalee Nawakul. She crafts the necklace by hand with wood beads of littleleaf boxwood, creating 10 hand-knotted strands that twist into a necklace that can fasten at two different lengths.
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The necklace is very nice but a bit short for an average neck. I wish it was two inches longer :)
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This neclace is beautiful and brightens up many outfits. I also appreciate that it is light way and therefore comfortable.
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A very colorful necklace that is a good length. I would love if it could be adjustable, but this length does work with a lot of my clothing.
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You can find our wood torsade necklace 'Chiang Rai Belle' by Sumalee Nawakul in jewelry categories such as Eco-Friendly Necklaces, Nature Necklaces, No Stone Necklaces, Wood Necklaces and Torsade Necklaces. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
Empowering Women
The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.
Profound Impact
Sumalee has struggled for many years. She has a small shop in a local market but the sales are erratic, tied to tourism, and do not provide enough income to meet her expenses. Her Novica sales are essential to her survival and the survival of those who depend on her. She is working very hard to increase her sales.
Job Creator
Sumalee helps to support her mother in a unique way. She hires her mother and other older workers to help with the hand-finishing of her statement jewelry created from wooden beads.
Preserving Traditions
As a child, Sumalee learned sewing, embroidery and weaving from her mother. She still practices these arts today and often teaches them to younger artisans.
Microcredit Financing
Sumalee Nawakul has received 3 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1300 and the most recent for $1400.
Enabling Education
Sumalee does not have any children but she loves being an aunt. She helps her younger sister with the cost of her niece's education.
Caring for Children
This artist supports children under the age of 18.
Eco-Friendly
This Product is awarded the Earth Friendly badge because it uses recycled or sustainable materials or techniques.
"I continue to help the older people from the foundation. They help me by binding and tying the cords calmly and beautifully."
"Sawasdee ka, I'm Sumalee from Isan, in northeastern Thailand, and I come from a family dedicated to gardening flowers. As a child I helped by... read more