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Bright colors bring a festive feel to this original design. By Akwele Suma, the necklace combines beads made from recycled paper with diminutive disks cut from plastic bottles. The long strand loops around the neck as desired.

The artist uses the paper at hand so paper colors will vary, making each design a unique example of handcrafted art. These beads receive a protective coat of clear nail polish.

Festival in Accra Recycled Paper Handmade Necklace

Length: 30"

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By Ila Suleyman, this colorful necklace is a triumph of African design. He names it Kolpoka, a river goddess of the Mamprusi kingdom. Ceramic mingles with beads of sese wood and batik on bone, while the colorful disks are recycled plastic. The central pendant is carved from bone.

African Goddess Handmade Ceramic Pendant Necklace

Length: 22"

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Recycled paper beaded cuff bracelet, 'Nature of Life in Grey' - Handmade Beaded Cuff Bracelet

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Nature of Life in Grey Handmade Beaded Cuff Bracelet

Size: 6.5" Inner Circ. x 1" W

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Argentina and Francisco present this eco-friendly cuff bracelet, which is crafted by youth with disabilities in Guatemala. Beads formed from recycled paper in primarily grey and beige shades are accompanied by tiny grey glass beads on the wired cuff.

Tightly wound beads of recycled paper lend a unique charm to this beaded strand bracelet. The paper beads are accompanied by tiny pink glass beads; the bracelet is secured by a pink crystal bead. Argentina and Francisco in Guatemala work with youth with disabilities to create the fun accessory, generating a positive social impact in the community.

Bonds of Friendship in Pink Handmade Recycled Paper Bracelet

Length: 7"

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By Akwele Suma, these handcrafted earrings combine beads made from recycled paper with diminutive black disks cut from plastic bottles. Sese wood globes and brass hooks complete the original design.

The artist uses the paper at hand so paper colors will vary, making each design a unique example of handcrafted art. These beads receive a protective coat of clear nail polish.

Modern Raspberry Recycled Paper Bead Handmade Earrings

Length: 1.8" x 1" W

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"An 'easy spirited' design to help you sail through the changing scenes of life," says Ghanaian designer Akwele Suma of this necklace. She crafts each pendant by hand, rolling paper recycled from a variety of printed materials in a palette of colors that includes grey, cream, red, orange, purple, green, blue, black, and brown. The necklace is finished with sese wood beads.

The artist uses the paper at hand so paper colors will vary, making each design a unique example of handcrafted art. These beads receive a protective coat of clear nail polish.

Easy Spirit Handmade Recycled Paper Beaded Necklace

Length: 18"

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Who says you have to swap sustainability for style? Connie Dejong's chunky beaded bracelet is eco-friendly and as fashionable as they come. The Ghanaian artisan uses speckled recycled glass beads in an alternating pattern to create the bold piece of jewelry--a must-have for your collection.

Good Faith Handmade Recycled Glass Beaded Bracelet

Length: 7.5"

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Who says you have to swap sustainability for style? Connie Dejong's chunky beaded necklace is eco-friendly and as fashionable as they come. The Ghanaian artisan uses speckled recycled glass beads in an alternating pattern to create the bold necklace, which adjusts to the length of your liking with a sliding knot nylon cord.

Stand Out Handmade Recycled Glass Beaded Necklace

Length: 9"

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Designed with rich, earthy colors, Eliasu Adams's stretch bracelet complements nearly any outfit. The artisan in Ghana uses durable elastic cord to craft the bracelet, hand stringing each recycled glass bead in an attractive alternating pattern. Round and flat sese wood beads give the bracelet subtle accents.

Hard at Work Handmade Eco-Friendly Stretch Bracelet

Length: 7.5"

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Crystalline quartz finds a complement in hand-crafted beads. Francis Oliveira recycles magazines to become delightful earrings. Linked with rings, the varnished paper cylinders combine with gemstones and faceted glass to hang from stainless steel wires.

Araras Hope Handmade Recycled Paper and Quartz Earrings

Length: 3.5" x 0.8" W

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Taifa Tangerine Orange Handmade Earrings with Recycled Paper

Length: 1.6" x 0.8" W

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Chunky beads in bright tangerine have a secret — they are crafted from recycled paper. Mindful of the environment, Akwele Suma creates original earrings. "The color orange denotes energy," the Ghanaian artist says. "Wearing it connects us to join forces and fight against injustices in our society."

The artist uses the paper at hand so paper colors will vary, making each design a unique example of handcrafted art. These beads receive a protective coat of clear nail polish.

Newsworthy, Handmade Necklace with Recycled Paper Beads

Length: 20.75"

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Story of Life, Handmade Sese Wood Beaded Stretch Bracelet

Length: 7.5"

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Unified Love, Handmade Ebony Wood African Pendant Bracelet

Length: 7.5"

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Naturally Charming, Thai Handmade Coconut Shell Pendant Necklace

Length: 22.75"

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Virtuous Path, Handmade Eco-Friendly Beaded Stretch Bracelet

Length: 7.5" x 0.4" W

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Grace Notes, Handmade Eco-Friendly Beaded Dangle Earrings

Length: 2" x 0.8" W

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Luscious Red, Handmade Red Recycled Glass Beaded Dangle Earrings

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Ghana's Honor, Handmade Colorful Recycled Glass Beaded Stretch Bracelet

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Vivid Bonds, Handmade Recycled Glass Bead Bracelet from Ghana

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Selorm, Handmade Agate Beaded Bracelet with Recycled Glass Beads

Length: 7"

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Esinam, Eco-Friendly Handmade Recycled Glass Beaded Dangle Earrings

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Justice and Peace, Handmade Recycled Cardboard Pendant Necklace with Wood Beads

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Mawusi, Handmade Eco-Friendly Recycled Glass Bead Pendant Necklace

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Natural Vibrancy, Handmade Coconut Shell Pendant Bracelet with Ceramic Bead

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Coral Kiss, Handmade Coral Red Agate and Recycled Glass Beaded Bracelet

Length: 7.5"

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Delightful Red, Handmade Red and White Recycled Glass Beaded Dangle Earrings

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Yram, Stretch Bracelet with Recycled Glass Beads Handmade in Ghana

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Black and White Grace, Handmade Recycled Glass Beaded Bracelet in Black and White

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Elorm, Handmade Eco-Smart Recycled Glass Bead Necklace from Ghana

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Fallen Leaves, Handmade Coconut Shell Ceramic and Glass Beaded Y Necklace

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Recycled glass beaded ornaments, 'Aseda' (set of 4) - Set of 4 Recycled Glass Beaded Ornaments Handmade in Ghana

Aseda, Set of 4 Recycled Glass Beaded Ornaments Handmade in Ghana

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Grateful, Recycled Glass and Plastic Beaded Pendant Necklace in Blue

Length: 21.25"

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Tribal Links in Blue, Blue Recycled Paper Bracelet with Black Beads Made in Brazil

Size: 6.25" Inner Circ. x 1.6" W

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Strength of A Woman, Necklace with Cat's Eye and Sese Wooden Beads from Ghana

Length: 19.75" x 0.4" W

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My Sweet Home, Stretch Bracelet with Cat's Eye and Recycled Glass Beads

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Lemon Drops, Indian Handcrafted Necklace of Recycled Cotton Wrapped Beads

Length: 13.5"

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Odo Yewu, Eco-Friendly Agate Recycled Glass Beaded Stretch Bracelet

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Dzifa Peace, Ghanaian Multicolored Recycled Glass Bead Necklace

Length: 20"

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