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Handcrafted Stretch Bracelet with Ceramic and Wood Beads, "Blue Connection"
This pretty beaded bracelet is the creation of Sang Ayu Sardiwati of Bhakti Senang Hati, a foundation in Bali that assists the physically disabled to attain physical and economic independence and build self-esteem. "Although we live in very limited conditions, my childhood was very happy", says artisan Sang Ayu. "I used to work carrying stones for a dam construction when I was in Junior High School so I can pay the school fee myself. Unfortunately the dam suddenly collapse and huge stones broke my leg. Now I have to use a prosthesis everywhere. I was so depressed, very not confident after the accident, I usually hide and shy whenever people visiting our home. But finally my spirit is back after I saw my parents were crying because my depressed condition. After pray to God, I feel more patient and strong. I even graduated from a university, and I start making handicrafts. After I joined the Foundation, I met my husband and now we have 3 boys." The stretch bracelet is crafted from royal blue ceramic beads alternating with albesia wood and coconut wood beads.
- 9 grams
- 0.32 oz
- 19 cm L
- 7.5" L
- 10 mm W
- 10 mm W
- Ceramic, albesia wood, coconut wood
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Made in Indonesia.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Indonesia
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David
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06/16/2016
"Well made"
This is a very attractive bracelet, great color combination and perfect size.
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Blue Connection, Handcrafted Stretch Bracelet with Ceramic and Wood Beads
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- This was a gift for: Wife
- Occasion: Christmas
Anna
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03/16/2023
"Beautiful"
I liked this bracelet very much and I ordered two. However, one of it was smaller than the size stated in the description, and I had to add additional yellow jade beads that I had from another bracelet to extend its size.
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Lori Fenty
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02/20/2023
"Beautiful ornaments"
A set of two ornaments. The dragon head actually moves. Well made and looks great on my tree.
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- Decorative
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Barong and Umbrella, Balinese Artisan Crafted Wood Holiday Ornaments (Pair)
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Gail
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12/28/2022
"gift"
purchased this for my boss for christmas and she absolutely LOVED IT
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Red Santa Stars, Santa Claus Star Wood Ornaments Handmade in Bali (Set of 4)
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Julie
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11/22/2022
"Red Santa Stars"
They are super unique & just perfect on my Scandinavian Style Christmas tree! Im very pleased with them. The only reason for the four-star rating is that a bit of some substance (glue?) got on one of them & cant get it off, therefore am not using that single piece. I think it mightve stuck together during transport. Other than that, just perfect!
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Colleen
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09/24/2022
"And they move"
Thank you for the beautiful ornaments. They are precious. One set is to decorate a tree in honor of a friend.
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Working with Disabilities
Bhakti Senang Hati was founded and is run by people with physical challenges who provide a special service for the physically challenged in Bali. The society also provides wheelchairs and housing, and runs Bhakti Senang Hati Places, a home for children with disabilities. The seven artisans who are members of the foundation use a wheelchair or have a prosthetic leg. This does not stop them from living a full-life and striving to be self-sufficient.
Confronting Adversity
The Bakti Senang Hati Foundation assists persons with disabilities. Living with a disability can be more difficult in Bali than in other places. Bali's Hindu culture carries with it the additional stigma of karma. To be disabled is the physical manifestation of bad karma. Traditionally, the disabled were hidden away and isolation was added to their burden. Attitudes are slowly changing and programs such as the Bakti Senang Hati Foundation teach self-confidence as well as the practical skills that will enable their members to become self-supporting.
Profound Impact
Although their Novica sales do not provide enough income for each artisan to be self-supporting, these sales have a profound impact on their lives. The income contributes not only to their financial stability but also to their self-esteem. It is important to these artisans that their work is seen and appreciated around the world.
Caring for Children
There are eight children that the Bakti Senang Hati artisans are able to provide for.
Enabling Education
The Bakti Senang Foundation provides for the education of eight children.
Write a reviewThe foundation creates programs to develop self confidence, physical and economic independence, and to increase awareness in the general community of the rights of people with disabilities.
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