







Gye Nyame-Themed Recycled Glass Beaded Wood Sling from Ghana, "Gye Nyame Companion"
A boho companion wherever it goes, this creative sling is handcrafted from sese wood, decorated on the front with the Adinkra symbol Gye Nyame, which signifies the supremacy of God. Ghanaian artisan Anna Yawson creates this sling, which is accented with cotton yarns and beads of recycled glass beads. This bag drapes over one shoulder on a braided cotton strap and opens to reveal a single-compartment interior for storing your belongings.
- 0.46 kgs
- 1.0 lbs
- Bag: 18.5 cm H x 17 cm W x 10.5 cm D
- Bag: 7.25" H x 6.75" W x 4.1" D
- Strap(s): 99 cm L x 1 cm W
- Strap(s): 39" L x 0.4" W
- Drop length: 50 cm from strap to bag
- Drop length: 19.75" from strap to bag
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10/14/2020
"A gorgeous ornament"





A truly unique ornament to be cherished forever. The attention to detail can be noted in the beadwork and color choices.
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Verified Reviewer
05/06/2020
"Gift Well Received"





I bought this for my brother last year because hes a fisherman. He really really really liked it. I have yet to see it because I havent been over to his office, but hes mentioned it several times and how much he likes it.
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Verified Reviewer
11/04/2019
"Mask"





Beautiful
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Verified Reviewer
10/03/2019
"Very Cute"





I love hippos!
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Verified Reviewer
09/24/2019
"Perfect for the Hippo Lover!"





Anna Yawson has carved a magnificent hippo! The necklace is adjustable and will make the perfect and unique gift for my daughter, who collects hippos. It is definitely one of a kind and she has nothing like it. She will be thrilled with Annas wonderful craftsmanship!
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Verified Reviewer
09/15/2019
"Cherished heirloom"





Love the color and size of this mask. Fits right in with other mask.
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Anna's husband suffered from a stroke five years ago. They currently live is different cities but she travels to see him every week while taking care of her two biological children and three adopted children. Her income from NOVICA helps her pay for his medical care and to support her children.
Anna Yawson has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $100 and the most recent for $600. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of wood, aluminum plate, and polish for production.
The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.
Anna cares for five children, including her two biological children and three that she adopted.
Anna supports the education of two children in elementary school and one in high school.
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"One thing I have come to love about carving is that there is no waste of wood. Every small piece of wood can be used to create small creatures."