Recycled Glass Bead Strand - Watermelon
$45.00
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Our strands of decorative, recycled glass beads are handmade by a fair trade cooperative of women artisans in Ghana whose entire process harnesses locally sourced and recycled materials. The rich history of beads in the region dates back to the ancient times when they were used as the King’s currency. Today, they are a vital part of the artisan economy.
To create each bead, the artisans use a rock to break apart glass bottles and grind them into a powder. The powder is then placed in clay molds and fired. Once the glass has melted into a liquid, they use a cassava leaf stem to poke a hole through the bead. The beads form as they cool before being polished with sand and water.
The colors chosen for each bead invoke specific meanings embedded by their creators; depending on the shade, beads can represent wealth, fertility, and purity. Strung together on a large strand, they are a unique and beautiful representation of a traditional Ghanian craft.
Our recycled glass bead strands are a colorful addition to any coffee table, bookshelf or bar cart. Every purchase directly supports our fair trade and environmentally friendly artisan cooperative in Ghana.
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Our bead strand is approximately 11” long. Each handmade bead is about 1” in diameter and the strand contains anywhere from 31 to 37 individual beads. For decorative use only.
Each bead is handcrafted individually and slight variations in color, finish, size and shape may occur. Small amounts of wear and tear may be visible. These distinctions speak to the handmade process and tell the story of the artisan whose hands shaped it.
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Wipe clean with a damp cloth. Dry completely. Avoid harsh cleaners or chemicals. Please handle with care.
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Mira Vintage Candle Holder
$32.00
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Rustic and earthy, our hand-carved Mira Candle Holder from India is a unique vintage piece that brings with it an aura of collected charm and soul. Use it to accompany a relaxing soak in the bath, or as a one-of-a-kind accent for your table setting or mantel.
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Each Mira Candle Holder holds a 2” – 3” pillar candle (not included) and is approximately 7" L x 2" H x 4" W. Made of wood. This is a found item and no two are exactly alike. May vary slightly from images shown.
Due to the age of each piece, there may be small marks, cracks, scratches and some variation in color that are consistent with the plate’s age and original use. These markings add to the item’s patina, and tell a story of its unique history and significance. Please Contact Us if you have any specific needs or questions.
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Wipe clean with a damp cloth. Dry completely. Avoid harsh cleaners or chemicals. Please handle with care.
Sage Smudge Stick
$8.00
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Our White Sage Smudge Stick is naturally-grown and hand-harvested in Southern California by a privately-owned family business. Our partners make every effort to sustainably harvest their sage without removing the whole plant so that they can keep coming back to the same plant for many years. Light and use it as an incense “wand”, or keep it as a decorative accent on a table surface.
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This sage stick has been hand-rolled using sustainably harvest dried sage. It is approximately 6" long.
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Keep out of direct sunlight. Handle with care.
Palo Santo Bundle
$15.00
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Our Palo Santo Bundle has been wild-grown and hand-harvested in the dry forests of Peru, where this fragrant wood is abundant in nature. These smudge sticks are crafted from certified ethical-origin wood, and gathered from the earth and split in small pieces by multi-generation families who live locally in the forest and work to support their families. Light and use it as an incense “wand”, or keep it as a decorative accent on a table surface.
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This bundle contains 5 sticks of Palo Santo. Each stick is approximately 4" Long.
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Keep out of direct sunlight. Handle with care.
Vintage Samosa Mould - Catchall Wooden Dish
$15.00
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Our found, Vintage Samosa Mould has been handcrafted by artisans in Northern India. Made of wood, its original use was to press and shape a samosa, a fried or baked pastry filled with spiced potatoes, onions, peas, lentils, and sometimes meat.
Samosas are a popular staple across cuisines of the Indian subcontinent as well as Central and South Asia, with reaches as wide as Africa, the Mediterranean and the Middle East. In India, samosas are often accompanied by a green chutney made from mint, coriander or tamarind.
Our hand carved Samosa Moulds are a unique way to store and hold jewelry on a bedside table or dresser, or to contain small items on your coffee table or in the entryway. Layer a few for a collected look and to create a conversation piece.
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Each mould varies in size and shape by as much as 1.5". They are finished in natural wood tones with much variety. They are approximately 4"L x 2.5"W x 1.5"H. Not intended for use with food.
Each Vintage Samosa Mould has been individually crafted by hand and no two are exactly alike. Due to the age of each piece, there may be small marks, cracks, scratches and some variation in color that are consistent with its age and original use. These markings add to the item’s patina, and tell a story of its unique history and significance. Please Contact Us if you have any specific needs or questions.
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Wipe clean with a damp cloth. Dry completely. Avoid harsh cleaners or chemicals. Please handle with care.