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Colorful Squares
Handcrafted Geometric Beaded Wristband Bracelet
Colorful Squares, Handcrafted Geometric Beaded Wristband Bracelet
Length: 7"
Mirian Zet
Artisan Mirian Zet from Guatemala puts all her dedication into her creations. Inspired by her life experiences, Mirian makes designs that hide inspiring messages in their composition. This charming... read more$12.99$11.69Artist: Mirian Zet
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Blue-Violet Orchid Love
Natural Blue-Violet Thai Orchid Hair Clip
Blue-Violet Orchid Love, Natural Blue-Violet Thai Orchid Hair Clip
Length: 3.1" x 2" W x 1.2" D
Danai
A natural orchid embraces a delicate blue color that shades to sweet violet. Poised on a sleek black hair clip, it becomes an exquisite fashion accessory. Danai pays tribute to Thailand's... read more$29.99$26.99Artist: Danai
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Orchid Kiss in Blue
Hand Made Orchid Petal Button Earrings
Orchid Kiss in Blue, Hand Made Orchid Petal Button Earrings
Length: 0.7" x 0.6" W
Danai
Crafted from genuine orchid petals, these button earrings presented by Thailand artisan Danai catch the eye with their unique drop shape rich color. The radiant blue and purple petals are coated with... read more$17.99$16.19Artist: Danai
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Royal Droplet
Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Handmade Pendant Necklace
Royal Droplet, Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Handmade Pendant Necklace
Length: 19"
Mahavir
A stunning twenty carats of precious lapis lazuli exude royal grandeur in this raindrop-shaped pendant presented by Mahavir. This lustrous pendant hangs on a delicate cable chain and features a cubic... read more$59.99$53.99Artist: Mahavir
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Festival in Ultramarine
Quartz and Brass Bead Dangle Earrings with Cotton Fringe
Festival in Ultramarine, Quartz and Brass Bead Dangle Earrings with Cotton Fringe
Length: 1.8" x 1.4" W
Nareerat
Nareerat of Thailand handcrafts these stunning dangle earrings that add a fun, dramatic flair to any outfit. Each earring is adorned with a bead of ultramarine quartz that hangs elegantly above a... read more$19.99$17.99Artist: Nareerat
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Mini Rock Orchid in Blue
Hand Crafted Orchid Flower Button Earrings
Mini Rock Orchid in Blue, Hand Crafted Orchid Flower Button Earrings
Length: 0.8" x 0.6" W
Danai
Crafted from genuine orchid petals, these button earrings presented by Thailand artisan Danai catch the eye with their rich color. The radiant blue petals fade into a pleasing purple, are outlined... read more$27.99$25.19Artist: Danai
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Profoundly Blue
Handmade Crystal Beaded Macrame Anklet from Guatemala
Profoundly Blue, Handmade Crystal Beaded Macrame Anklet from Guatemala
Length: 8.25"
Carmina Giron
Guatemalan artisan Carmina Giron, who is experienced in beaded macrame jewelry, creates this anklet from a combination of knots that give it a distinctive pattern, allowing the exact placement of the... read more$19.99$17.99Artist: Carmina Giron
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Huichol Chevron in Blue
Long Beaded Chandelier Earrings
Huichol Chevron in Blue, Long Beaded Chandelier Earrings
Length: 5" x 1.2" W
Adriana Trejo
Putting a modern spin on the Huichol crafting traditions of her ancestors, Adriana Trejo creates these long and lovely earrings. The waterfall earrings are made from tiny glass beads in that are... read more$29.99$26.99Artist: Adriana Trejo
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Blue Splendor
Hand Crafted Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Link Bracelet
Blue Splendor, Hand Crafted Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Link Bracelet
Length: 8"
Neeru Goel
Pear-shaped cabochons of lustrous lapis lazuli dance around this sterling silver link bracelet. Beautifully set in intricately detailed bezels, the gemstones are sure to add a lovely accent to any... read more$89.99$80.99Artist: Neeru Goel
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Dazzling Image
Rhodium Plated Tanzanite Cocktail Ring from India
Dazzling Image, Rhodium Plated Tanzanite Cocktail Ring from India
US Ring Size: 5,6,7
Priyanka Gupta
An eye-catching piece, this cocktail ring is handcrafted by artisan Priyanka Gupta of India. A rectangular crown made of rhodium-plated sterling silver holds rows of brilliant tanzanite stones.$87.99$79.19Artist: Priyanka Gupta
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Blue Charm
Hand Crafted Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring
Blue Charm, Hand Crafted Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Cocktail Ring
US Ring Size: 8
Chintan
An entrancing blue lapis lazuli gemstone, reminiscent of a clear and starry night sky, sits atop this sterling silver ring with a uniquely styled band. Chintan of India presents this elegant ring with... read more$59.99$53.99Artist: Chintan
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Refracted Raindrop
Blue and Purple Macrame Dangle Earrings with Jasper
Refracted Raindrop, Blue and Purple Macrame Dangle Earrings with Jasper
Length: 2.2" x 1.3" W
Kanjana
Jewelry creator Kanjana from Thailand creates these macrame raindrop earrings with knotted cords and jasper. The blue and purple lines give the impression of light passing through at different... read more$19.99$17.99Artist: Kanjana
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Sun Energy
Hand Made Ceramic Cotton Necklace Red Orange from India
Sun Energy, Hand Made Ceramic Cotton Necklace Red Orange from India
Length: 7.5"
Aditi
Indian artisan Aditi, inspired by the beauty of the morning sunrise, crafts this ceramic pendant necklace. She uses red and orange colors to capture the glow of the sun with purple and blue colors for... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Aditi
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Majestic Daisy
Multi-gemstone Beaded Strand Necklace with Floral Pendant
Majestic Daisy, Multi-gemstone Beaded Strand Necklace with Floral Pendant
Length: 16.5"
Anusara
Glowing in spring radiance, this elegant necklace with three beaded strands and a lovely floral pendant is sure to impress. Anusara of Thailand presents this beaded necklace intricately hand crafted... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Anusara
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The Village Council
Your answers straight from the village experts


Artisans the world over utilize the natural materials at their disposal to create beautiful, sustainable jewelry. Wood, bamboo and dried gourds. Coconut shells, rattan and terra-cotta. Even natural grasses lend themselves to a jeweler's creativity while art glass beads and pendants can be made from discarded bottles. Some artisans reclaim precious silver from photographic negatives. Colorful magazine pages can become tightly-rolled beads protected by a coat of varnish. Always creative, artists craft their bracelets out of innovative, eco-conscious materials.


Handmade women's bracelets each have their own unique characteristics. Color, texture, size and design all vary. Often, the technique alone will tell you, for example, hand-knotted, braided or woven bracelets. Leather bracelets with cutout motifs or embossing are usually crafted by hand.Thai jewelry by Karen silversmiths shows hand-stamped geometric or floral motifs and beads are usually made of fine silver, which is more malleable than sterling. Similarly, filigree jewelry is a meticulous handcrafted process. Most bracelets with natural, sustainable or recycled materials are handmade. Even some of the most sophisticated and modern gold and silver may be signed by the artist who made it.The most common indicator that a bracelet is handmade is the detailed and intricate design. Novica artisans demonstrate their techniques in the many videos on www.novica.com youll find the links on their product descriptions and also on the artisan bio page.


Traditional bracelet-making techniques have been passed down over generations around the world. Women's bracelets in gold and silver are usually crafted with the lost wax technique. The image is sculpted in wax and enveloped in a mold materia. As molten gold or silver is poured into the mold, the wax image melts and the metal takes its place. However coiling fine strands of metal results in Andean filigree jewelry. Balinese artistry applies polished spirals and tendrils as well as tiny globes known as jawan to sleek silver jewelry. And a few contemporary artisans even weave or crochet the slender silver strands.Jade was highly prized by the Maya and still has an important place in modern Guatemalan jewelry. Amber from the rich mines in southern Mexico adorns the women's bracelets, necklaces, and earrings of the area. Macrame and beading are popular everywhere for boho style. And West Africas handmade beadwork is renowned the world over.


women's bracelets carried immense cultural significance in ancient times and they still do. In Perus pre-Hispanic societies, gold represented the sun, and jewelry indicated social status and identity, as it also did among the Maya of Mexico and Central America. In India, bangles or kangans showed a woman was married and are a part of the 16 adornments customarily worn by a Hindu bride. Traditional West African beads are a sign of cultural identity. Each one has a meaning and tells a story.Today, women's bracelets are still culturally significant. In India, jewelry often depicts religious symbols and meditative mantras. Balinese bracelets may also depict dragons, thought to be the protectors of the gods, or the Hindu Barong deity, also a protection symbol. Motifs stamped into Karen hill tribe silver encourage living in harmony with nature. The hand-knotted bracelets of Guatemala symbolize friendship but evolved from a silent protest for loved ones missing during the country's armed conflict. Today, friends each tie a bracelet on the others arm and make a wish. The bracelet is worn until it wears out and falls off so the wish will come true.


Silver, gold, brass and copper have been popular for thousands of years and are often set with colorful gemstones. Artisans in different regions of the world take advantage of unique local resources, such as Brazilian golden grass, leather and coconut shell from Thailand, and carved bone jewelry from Bali. Intricate openwork carving, known as jali, can be seen in bangles from India. West Africa has a long tradition of beadwork, with beautiful beads made from recycled glass and even plastic becoming popular in recent years.


Global artisans use all sorts of materials in their handcrafted jewelry for men. In the Andes, sterling silver, leather, and combinations of natural stones are frequently used. In Bali, silver, gold, bone, wood, brass, and stainless copper adorn handmade jewelry. In West Africa, men's jewelry honors the cow, where bone and horns are incorporated into unique pieces.


Absolutely! Jewelry is an art form that allows makers to express their individuality and cultural influences, and certain designs are used to represent important symbols. For example, Central American artisans incorporate traditional figures, glyphs, and pre-Hispanic folklore. In Mexico, the famous work of artists Angel Ortiz, Maria Belen Nilson, and Rosa Rojo highlight the beauty of Aztec, Mayan and Teotihuacan civilizations. In Peru, powerful symbols, like the Andean chakana, are used to represent humanitys union with the cosmos. Indian artists are extremely tied to their faith and spirituality. Earring designs include chakra gemstones, motifs of Lord Ganesha, and other spiritual imagery. In Bali, the Om symbol is prevalent, as well as the mythological panther-like Barong image, which is seen as a protector spirit. Designs pulled from the natural world, like animal figures, feathers, plants, as well as stones, are used in almost every culture, which then infuses them with their own particular meanings.


Yes! We offer a wide selection of earrings that are made from eco-friendly materials. Cow bone, water buffalo horn, fabric, recycled paper, wood, palm leaf and coconut shells, just to name a few. Product descriptions always list materials used, so be sure to read about each product to discover how artisans are working to ensure sustainability and environmental consciousness.


There is no best when it comes to handmade earrings. However, certain materials lend themselves well to jewelry. Silver and gold, for example, are frequently used to make earrings because of their luster and shine. Each region puts its own unique touch on the art of earring-making. Most use some combination of silver, gold, gemstones, wooden or glass beads, and bones. Some regions, like West Africa, have found ways to introduce up-cycling into the jewelry-making process. Recycled plastic and paper beads, as well as coconut shells are commonly integrated into beautiful works of earring art. Whatever materials used, quality and safety are always our top priorities. Each pair of earrings is tested to ensure its safety. If you do have sensitive skin, you may consider rhodium plated earrings, as rhodium is completely hypoallergenic. You can always find all relevant information about materials in the product description.


Traditional artisans handcraft jewelry using the techniques and materials of their ancestors. In Indonesia, the most common mens bracelet is made from Akar Baharnatural, or black, coral. In the Andes, sterling silver, leather, waxed cotton threads, or natural stones adorn handmade jewelry. In Central America, the list includes: gold, brass, cord, wood, or glass. West Africa also makes use of these materials, plus wooden beads. And India incorporates gemstones into its rich history of jewelry.
Featured Reviews on Blue or Purple Jewelry
Natural orchid hair clip, 'Blue-Violet Orchid Love'





By Lauren
Now a cherished gift
Absolutely stunning hair clip. Gorgeous colors with a delicate look. Elevates any simple hairstyle. highly recommend!
Cotton and ceramic pendant necklace, 'Sun Energy'





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HOT STUFF Pendant
Great colors, nicely made, goes well with so many styles and colors. I wore it with a black linen sundress.
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By Valerie
Rare Beauty
This is truly an artisans ring. It is beautifully made and the craftsmanship is just amazing. Fits well and is very comfortable. I love it.
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Danai
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