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Bone and Recycled Beaded Necklace, "Green Laafi"
"I crafted this necklace to bless you with good health," declares Ila Suleyman. From his "Laafi" collection meaning "good health" in the Mamprusi language, the necklace is centered by a cow bone pendant escorted by terracotta and sese wood beads. Green beads recycled from plastic bottles and vinyl discs are diligently threaded by hand for a necklace that fastens with a brass hook.
- 44 grams
- 1.55 oz
- 53.5 cm L x 1.5 cm W
- 21" L x 0.6" W
- Pendant(s): 2.5 cm L x 2.5 cm W
- Pendant(s): 1" L x 1" W
- Cow bone, terracotta, sese wood, recycled plastic, brass
- S-hook or hook clasp
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Promotes recycling and reduces waste
- Made in Ghana.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
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Kathleen
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12/27/2017
"love this necklace"
this necklace was very good quality and good colors - the only reason i gave 4 stars was that i wish the bone bead was smaller - more in line with the size of the other beads
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Green Laafi, Bone and Recycled Beaded Necklace
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Carol
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04/27/2021
"I wear this necklace to feel strength and courage."
Beautifully crafted and designed. I feel the love that went into making this necklace.
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Chris
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11/26/2016
"Cant Wait until my partner wears it!"
As soon as this piece arrived my wife put it on and we both loved it. Simple yet bright, original yet not showy. Thank you so much to Ila for making such a special necklace!
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Green Laafi, Bone and Recycled Beaded Necklace
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Gift Occasion:
- This was a gift for: Wife
- Occasion: thank you
Tristan
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03/27/2023
"Even more stunning in person"
I purchased this as a gift for a very special person in my life. The colours are so rich and beautiful. Its a stunning piece. Its wonderful to be able to gift someone a unique work of art with so much meaning.
Best Uses
- Gala, Cocktail Party, Night Out
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- This was a gift for: Friend
- Occasion: birthday
Kevin
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03/03/2023
"Vibrant color and sturdy leather necklace"
you will enjoy Bohemian Vibe, dress it up or casual you will get compliments
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Mpusia in Black, Black Hand-Braided Leather Necklace from Ghana
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Ilona
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12/26/2022
"ilonaopengeim@yahoo.com"
Unique choker necklace-this will look so cool against white shirts and jeans int he summer!
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Ila has several employees who help him in his workshop.
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This artist is currently supporting and providing for the education of their children, grandchildren, or children in their community, whether it be at the primary, secondary, or university level.
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This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
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Ila Suleyman has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $400.
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This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.
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Ila has a toddler named Ramatu that he supports.
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Write a review"My forefathers were predominantly millet and cattle farmers, and they would use the leather of the animals for accessories such as talismans, bangles and necklaces for personal use."
"Assalamu Alaikum. Peace be unto you! I'm Ila Suleyman, of Bawku in Ghana and my parents are Rayende and Nabiga Suleyman. I was born into a... read more
