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Fair Trade Ceramic Beaded Necklace, "Tempoka"

Product ID: 198754

"I call this design Tempoka, the Mossi term for mother earth in reference to the natural materials I used for this necklace, and also to... more

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"I call this design Tempoka, the Mossi term for mother earth in reference to the natural materials I used for this necklace, and also to emphasize the importance of using recycled materials to help save Mother Earth," confides Ila Suleyman as he crafts the necklace by hand with ornate terracotta and sese wood beads. He completes his design with colorful recycled plastic beads and a brass clasp.

  • 71 grams
  • 0.2 lbs
  • Necklace: 56 cm L x 2 cm W
  • Necklace: 22" L x 0.8" W
  • Pendant(s): 2.8 cm L x 3.8 cm W
  • Pendant(s): 1.1" L x 1.5" W

  • Ceramic, sese wood, plastic beads, brass clasp
  • S-hook or hook clasp
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 198754
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Ila Suleyman
Ila Suleyman

West Africa

Leather and beaded jewelry

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Laurie

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Sep 08, 2024

Stand-Out Statement Piece”

I get compliments on this necklace almost each time I wear it. Matches my wardrobe palette of rust, black and brown. Love that it is chunky enough to be seen without being too big. Thank you, Ila Suleyman! - Laurie, Los Angeles

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Marcia

From Seattle, Washington, USA

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Jun 12, 2019

Cherished gift”

I gave this necklace to my mother-in-law and she loves it! Very unique gift.

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Sharon

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Sep 05, 2024

Beautiful”

This is a quality piece. Tightly woven. So unusual. I love it.

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Job Creator

Job Creator

Ila has several employees who help him in his workshop.

Working with Disabilities

Working with Disabilities

This artist is working with some sort of disability ranging from mental or physical and includes conditions such as being handicapped physically, or perhaps having a condition such as autism. This is also awarded to artists that employ other artists with disabilities.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

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.

Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Ila Suleyman has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $400.

Covering Basic Needs

Covering Basic Needs

This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.

Profound Impact

Profound Impact

Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.

Moving On Up

Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

Ila has a toddler named Ramatu that he supports.

Eco-Friendly

Eco-Friendly

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