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Send to a friendHandcrafted Beaded Guatemalan Kite-Themed Mini Shoulder Bag, "Traditional Barrilete"
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Celebrate Guatemalan traditions by carrying this vibrant beaded mini shoulder bag inspired by the giant kites known as barriletes, flown to honor ancestors. On November 1st, All Saints Day, Guatemalans take to the skies with the kites to feel connected to those who've passed. Hands of Atitlan's talented artisans channel this meaningful symbol into an exquisitely handcrafted bag, expertly threading glass beads in an array of lively colors. Keep your keys, spare change and other small essentials close while celebrating cultural heritage.
- 20 grams
- 0.71 oz
- Bag: 0.5 cm H x 6 cm Diam.
- Bag: 0.2" H x 2.4" Diam.
- Strap(s): 72 cm L x 0.1 cm W
- Strap(s): 28.5" L x 0" W
- Glass beads; nylon cord
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Not lined
- No closure
- Made in Guatemala.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Guatemala
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- Free Gift Wrap? Yes
- Premium Gift Wrap? Yes
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Lorraine
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04/10/2024
"Such a beautiful creation of glass beads"
This is 2nd hummingbird I purchased from Hands of Atitlan, the first one of purple color and this blue. Wonderfully made, durable, and sparkles in the sunshine no matter where you hang. Please handcraft more!
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Celestial Flutter, Handmade Hummingbird-Shaped Sky Blue Glass Beaded Keychain
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Lorraine
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03/22/2024
"Wow! Pop of color and excellent craftmanship!"
Hummingbird is so pretty, but cant imagine how difficult and time consuming it was to string beads together to make such a small creature. Colors are brilliant especially exposed to sunshine, and basic hue is more maroon than purple. Size is as described. Smaller beads appear to be glass-like, but larger round ones in hanging feathers I am not sure? It says stainless keychain included, although I didnt not receive one. Bottom line is: it is wonderfully crafted, too beautiful and delicate to use as just a keychain or pull, and at present offering makes it a great purchase. Thank you Novica and Hands of Atitlan.
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- Christmas tree ornament
- Christmas tree ornament, sun catcher anywhere
- Christmas tree ornament, suncatcher anywhere, lucky charm hanging from car mirror
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Magical Flutter, Handmade Hummingbird-Shaped Purple Glass Beaded Keychain
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