creative bracelets

Black and sand-coloured polyester cords are braided by hand to create this unisex bracelet from Victoria Zurdo in Guatemala. The artisan adds a pendant of polished black jade for a dramatic accent. The bracelet's length can be adjusted with a sliding knot.

Relive those days on the refreshing coasts and marvelous jungles of the Costa Rican region with this bold macrame wristband bracelet inspired by your memories. Danicxia Castillo works masterfully with waxed polyester cords to create this unique accessory, displaying an adorable pattern of leaves and coconuts that transports you to this tropical region. Made in a beige base hue, the piece can be adjusted to your liking thanks to its sliding knot.

Let hope and magic flutter around your days with this adorable creation directly from Costa Rica. Inspiring artisan Danicxia Castillo with its colourful wings and delicate appearance, a handwoven macrame butterfly crowns this majestic pendant bracelet featuring a palette of red and beige hues as a symbol of passion and courage.

Wrap yourself in layers of color with this glass beaded bracelet hand crafted by the Weaving Hands of Atitlán from Guatemala. The artisans weave glass beads in the cool blue-greens and warm browns of surf and sand and of a mixture of shapes and sizes to create visually stunning patterns. The bracelet closes with a pewter button clasp.

The Weaving Hands of Atitlán are a group of women from Santa Cruz La Laguna in Sololá, near Lake Atitlán, who grew up weaving. About their work, the artisans say: “We want people to be curious about our town and our craft. We are inspired by nature, the lake, the beaches — basically all of Guatemala, because it is so beautiful! We dream about bringing our creations to the world so that people may enjoy them and have something they find special.”

An ocean of tranquil sensations extends its waves to you, taking the shape of a gorgeous design from the Balinese islands. Made Masna works with polyester cords in a beige hue to capture the ocean's calm essence, adding amazonite stones to create this adjustable beaded bracelet of bohemian allure.

Inspired by classic nautical motifs, Guatemalan artisan Rosario Ratzan creates a brown leather bracelet for men accented with a gleaming stainless steel helmsman pendant. Boasting fabulous beige cotton cord accents, this stylish design features a sliding knot closure that allows you to adjust it at the desired length.

An ocean of enlightened sensations extends its waves to you, taking the shape of a sublime design from the Balinese islands. Made Masna works with polyester cords in a beige hue to capture the ocean's wise essence, adding aquamarine, obsidian and beryl stones to create this adjustable beaded bracelet of mystic allure.

An ocean of honour and bravery extends its waves to you, taking the shape of a dapper design from the Balinese islands. Made Masna works with polyester cords in a beige hue, adding bloodstone and beryl jewels to create this adjustable beaded bracelet aimed at those heroic souls, symbolizing the victory of good over evil.

This pretty beaded bracelet is the creation of Sang Ayu Sardiwati of Bhakti Senang Hati, a foundation in Bali that assists the physically disabled to attain physical and economic independence and build self-esteem. "Although we live in very limited conditions, my childhood was very happy", says artisan Sang Ayu. "I used to work carrying stones for a dam construction when I was in Junior High School so I can pay the school fee myself. Unfortunately the dam suddenly collapse and huge stones broke my leg. Now I have to use a prosthesis everywhere. I was so depressed, very not confident after the accident, I usually hide and shy whenever people visiting our home. But finally my spirit is back after I saw my parents were crying because my depressed condition. After pray to God, I feel more patient and strong. I even graduated from a university, and I start making handicrafts. After I joined the Foundation, I met my husband and now we have 3 boys." The stretch bracelet is crafted from blue ceramic beads alternating with albesia wood and coconut shell beads.