Independent Artisans
These products have been handmade by women who have started her own business in her own community, either working alone or building a team. We salute their strength and ingenuity!
No more boring keychains! Let us choose one of these unique and colorful keychains for you beaded by Jamila in Kenya. Each one displays a unique combination of beaded circles and large beads made of paper, coconut shell or wood. No two are alike for the individual in you.
Unique work of art
Colorful beads
Use as zipper pull or for keys
Jamila is a native of Nairobi, Kenya, where she makes jewelry out of recycled materials like coconut shells and bone. What she earns goes toward the high cost of rent in Nairobi and voice lessons so she can one day record gospel music in the Somali language. Your purchase of her jewelry will enable her to fulfill her goal.
Handmade by Jamila, these long necklaces come in a variety of colors and styles, each with a trendy combination of beads and gold metallic pendants. They feature a timeless and chic design, making them the perfect fair trade addition to your favorite business outfit.
Variety of colorful beads and gold pendants
Long chain length
Perfect to wear to the office
Jamila is a native of Nairobi, Kenya, where she makes jewelry out of recycled materials like coconut shells and bone. What she earns goes toward the high cost of rent in Nairobi and voice lessons so she can one day record gospel music in the Somali language. Your purchase of her jewelry will enable her to fulfill her goal.
Wrap your outfits in style with our Kenyan fringe clothing accessory! These lightweight cotton vests and jackets are tye dyed in Kenya by Jamila and are colorfast, adding just the right layer to your summer or autumn outfits.
100% pre-washed cotton
tye-dyed and color fast
layering fashion piece
Jamila is a native of Nairobi, Kenya, where she makes jewelry out of recycled materials like coconut shells and bone. What she earns goes toward the high cost of rent in Nairobi and voice lessons so she can one day record gospel music in the Somali language. Your purchase of her jewelry will enable her to fulfill her goal.
Handmade by Jamila, these bead pendant earrings have a sophisticated and elegant design which will add just the right amount of detail to your outfit. Choose from a variety of different colors and styles to create endless looks for any occasion. Many of these earrings match the Kenyan bead pendant necklaces for a classy set.
Bead and pendant styles
Variety of color options
Simple and sophisticated
Jamila is a native of Nairobi, Kenya, where she makes jewelry out of recycled materials like coconut shells and bone. What she earns goes toward the high cost of rent in Nairobi and voice lessons so she can one day record gospel music in the Somali language. Your purchase of her jewelry will enable her to fulfill her goal.
A beautiful duo of turquoise stone hearts and beads. Handmade in Guatemala, this bracelet set will add a cute pop of color to your outfit.
Bracelet matches our Belizean Necklace and Earring Set perfectly
Turquoise hearts and beads
Brightens up any outfit
Handmade in Belize by Dolores, these earrings are a perfect addition to almost any outfit. Made out of lightweight coconut shells, they are natural and unique.
Our circle pendant made from lightweight cow horn adds the perfect glimmer to any outfit. Handmade by Jamila on a short black cord chain, this necklace fits an open neckline beautifully.
Lightweight cow horn
Short black cord chain
Glimmery Circle pendant
Jamila is a native of Nairobi, Kenya, where she makes jewelry out of recycled materials like coconut shells and bone. What she earns goes toward the high cost of rent in Nairobi and voice lessons so she can one day record gospel music in the Somali language. Your purchase of her jewelry will enable her to fulfill her goal.
This delicate set complements a variety of outfits: wear the earrings to class, the necklace to work, or wear them together for a special occasion. The heart-shaped stones add a touch of warmth and the clear beads keep your look bright and effortless. Crafted in Belize, this set was handmade with love by our artisan partner, Dolores.
Vibrant turquoise heart beads mixed with clear beads
Wear set together or apart
Handmade by Dolores in Belize
Dolores, of Mayan descent in Belize, has learned the artistry of jewelry making and has passed it down to her daughters. All of Dolores’ jewelry is handmade and helps elevate her family out of poverty.
This beautiful necklace and earring set is made of a combination of bone and coconut shell by our artisan partner Jamila in Kenya. Wear the set together for a striped pairing or mix them with other jewelry for a unique look.
Made from coconut shell and bone
Zebra stripe pattern adds spunk to any outfit
Black and white stripes match well with neutral or bold colors
Jamila is a native of Nairobi, Kenya, where she makes jewelry out of recycled materials like coconut shells and bone. What she earns goes toward the high cost of rent in Nairobi and voice lessons so she can one day record gospel music in the Somali language. Your purchase of her jewelry will enable her to fulfill her goal.
These silver, drop-down earrings are made by our artisan partner Jamila in Kenya and have a splash of color with a swirl of silver.
Four color choices
Bead with silver-colored swirl design
Silver color pairs well with jeans and t-shirt, and bead adds splash of color
Jamila is a native of Nairobi, Kenya, where she makes jewelry out of recycled materials like coconut shells and bone. What she earns goes toward the high cost of rent in Nairobi and voice lessons so she can one day record gospel music in the Somali language. Your purchase of her jewelry will enable her to fulfill her goal.
These real leather bracelets are handmade in Thailand by one of our artisans. The floral decorations come in varying sizes and colors. Each bracelet is one-size-fits-all.
Variety of color and style options
Beautiful leather flower(s) on leather wrist band
Brightens up any summer or spring outfit
Nid is the oldest child born to poor farmers in Thailand. She worked at a leather factory until her father became sick, and she had to move back to her hometown to take care of him. She now supports her parents and her children through the leather jewelry she makes and sells. Each piece is beautifully handmade by Nid in her home.
The Kenyan half-moon necklace gets a perfectly paired partner with our new Kenyan half-moon earrings. These stylish earrings are lightweight, affordable, and come in several different colors and designs that will match your unique outfit and occasion.
lightweight
multiple colors
pairs with half-moon necklace
Jamila is a native of Nairobi, Kenya, where she makes jewelry out of recycled materials like coconut shells and bone. What she earns goes toward the high cost of rent in Nairobi and voice lessons so she can one day record gospel music in the Somali language. Your purchase of her jewelry will enable her to fulfill her goal.
Choose from a variety of colors and patterns that speaks of the circle of love, hope and grace we can extend and accept from each other. Circles of coconut shells, bone and gold will adorn your neck adding a touch of style to every outfit.
Symbolizes the circle of love given and received
Variety of circle colors and patterns
Made from different materials
Jamila is a native of Nairobi, Kenya, where she makes jewelry out of recycled materials like coconut shells and bone. What she earns goes toward the high cost of rent in Nairobi and voice lessons so she can one day record gospel music in the Somali language. Your purchase of her jewelry will enable her to fulfill her goal.
These unique earrings were designed and created by Dolores in Belize who taught herself the art of jewelry making and passed the skills down to her daughters. These earrings were handmade by Dolores in order to elevate her family out of poverty.
Four color choices
Beautiful hanging stone
Perfect for the office or to dress up any outfit
Dolores, of Mayan descent in Belize, has learned the artistry of jewelry making and has passed it down to her daughters. All of Dolores’ jewelry is handmade and helps elevate her family out of poverty.
Handmade in Kenya by Jamila, these dangling earrings are engraved with a design and come in a variety of shape options. The silver color and simple design make the earrings perfect to add some fair trade flair to your favorite business casual outfits.
Four shape options
Neutral silver color for easy matching
Matches our Kenyan Pendant Necklace
Jamila is a native of Nairobi, Kenya, where she makes jewelry out of recycled materials like coconut shells and bone. What she earns goes toward the high cost of rent in Nairobi and voice lessons so she can one day record gospel music in the Somali language. Your purchase of her jewelry will enable her to fulfill her goal.
This hand-embroidered purse, made by Fatema in Morocco, will be a wonderful addition to your on-the-go life. Available in neutral shades or an eye-catching indigo, it can hold all your necessities, plus a book if needed! Fitted with a zippered interior pocket, the purse will allow you to stay organized.
Four color options
Zippered interior pocket to protect your items
Hand-embroidered design adds a unique touch to each bag
Fatema is from Morocco. She makes beautiful, hand-embroidered bags and uses the profits to support her mother’s health. For safety reasons, Fatema wishes to remain anonymous.
Add a leather twist to your wrist with these neutral bracelets. Handmade by our artisan partner Nid and great for both men and women, these comfortable bracelets snap closed.
Leather braided design
Easy snap closure
Neutral colors for easy matching
Nid is the oldest child born to poor farmers in Thailand. She worked at a leather factory until her father became sick, and she had to move back to her hometown to take care of him. She now supports her parents and her children through the leather jewelry she makes and sells. Each piece is beautifully handmade by Nid in her home.
Three layers of silver and brass triangles snuggle together in these unique and glittery earrings handmade by Jamila in Kenya.
Jamila is a native of Nairobi, Kenya, where she makes jewelry out of recycled materials like coconut shells and bone. What she earns goes toward the high cost of rent in Nairobi and voice lessons so she can one day record gospel music in the Somali language. Your purchase of her jewelry will enable her to fulfill her goal.
Handmade by Dolores in Belize, this necklace and earring set features stunning elephant beads paired with clear beads. It stands out against neutral colors and brightens up anything from business casual outfits to your favorite outfit for the summer.
Charming turquoise stone elephant beads
Simple, elegant design
Adds a pop of color to a range of styles
Dolores, of Mayan descent in Belize, has learned the artistry of jewelry making and has passed it down to her daughters. All of Dolores’ jewelry is handmade and helps elevate her family out of poverty.
These coconut and bone earrings are made by our artisan partner Jamila in Kenya. Each set is handmade and artistically crafted from the best materials.
Variety of shape options
Made from coconut and bone
Wear with t-shirt and jeans for a touch of fair trade flair
Jamila is a native of Nairobi, Kenya, where she makes jewelry out of recycled materials like coconut shells and bone. What she earns goes toward the high cost of rent in Nairobi and voice lessons so she can one day record gospel music in the Somali language. Your purchase of her jewelry will enable her to fulfill her goal.
These statement earrings speak of your love for Africa! The hammered silver continent is surrounded by a textured gold hoop yet is lightweight and easy to wear. Made in Kenya by one of our favorite artisans, the mixture of metals brings a sophisticated touch.
Africa shaped silver hammered pendant
Textured gold hoop
Statement earrings
Jamila is a native of Nairobi, Kenya, where she makes jewelry out of recycled materials like coconut shells and bone. What she earns goes toward the high cost of rent in Nairobi and voice lessons so she can one day record gospel music in the Somali language. Your purchase of her jewelry will enable her to fulfill her goal.
This half moon shaped pendant with gold circles are on a long gold chain necklace with matching half moon earrings. A variety of colors and patterns are available including a zebra stripe for the daring fashionista.
• Half Moon shaped pendant
• Long gold chain necklace
• Matching earrings
Jamila is a native of Nairobi, Kenya, where she makes jewelry out of recycled materials like coconut shells and bone. What she earns goes toward the high cost of rent in Nairobi and voice lessons so she can one day record gospel music in the Somali language. Your purchase of her jewelry will enable her to fulfill her goal.