attractive jewelry

Representing the complement of opposites, the yin yang symbol is expertly etched on a medallion of dark green jade. The pendant is worn on a handcrafted black cotton necklace. "This pendant represents the fact that there can be good and bad things that happen in our lives, and that there is always hope," explains Guatemalan Jorge Lopez.

Please note: The etched image may fade somewhat over time, as a result of absorbing body oils and/or skincare products. Simply wash the pendant with soap and water and let it dry to refresh the design again.

Kenari transforms the ethereal beauty of frangipani into a design of timeless elegance. The pendant is crafted with sterling silver featuring petals with textured details. It centers a quality leather cord.

.925 Sterling silver

Make a big splash with this stylish beaded necklace from Tiraphan Hasub in Thailand. The dramatic cord necklace features myriad turquoise-hued calcite chips knotted together, topped with shiny brass beads for contrast. The necklace fastens with a toggle crafted of cool calcite nuggets.

Gift these cute macrame bracelets to friends and loved ones to celebrate summer with color. Each bracelet comes in an attractive pastel hue including pink, purple, yellow, orange and aqua green. Guatemalan artisan Carmina Giron, who specializes in beaded macrame jewelry, braids these bracelets using the macrame technique, known as the "art of knots", composing the design of each bracelet from a series of knots. Growing up in a difficult economic situation, her small but growing handicraft business gives Carmina hope of someday owning a home.

Over 60 smooth cultured freshwater pearls glisten in this wonderful necklace by artisan Ketut Sulastri. Traditional Balinese motifs of swirls and dots decorate the circular sterling silver pendant, which is accented by two dangling cultured pearls. The artisan adorns the long black nylon cord with dozens of petite cultured pearls, completing the exquisite design.