Infinite Inspiration Charm Bracelet

$9.99 $19.95

Infinite Inspiration Charm Bracelet

$9.99 $19.95
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GreaterGood Signature products are created by marginalized communities facing poverty, conflict, economic, environmental or political unrest. When you purchase these products, you contribute to the strength and resilience of people facing adversity, giving them a beacon of hope and empowerment in a time of need.
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Fair Trade

Handmade

Working with Fair Trade certified organizations is an important part of what we do. This product is made by artisans that are fairly compensated for their skilled work, and helps provide a living wage as well as safe work conditions.

Each piece is made by hand, ensuring high quality and attention to detail. By purchasing handmade products, you support the maker, keep their skills alive, and get to enjoy one-of-a-kind items that aren't mass-produced!

Description

The charming possibilities are infinite with our bracelet filled with meaning and made for stacking. The bracelet is hand woven and beaded by women artisans in Guatemala. The women gather as a cooperative in homes to work on jewelry. The bracelet starts as cotton threads tied to a nail in a wall, skillfully braided with beads and charms into our truly inspiring bracelet.

Each tassel bracelet has a tiny charm: an owl for wisdom; an arrow for bravery; a peace symbol for peace; an anchor for hope; a heart for love; and a wishbone for luck. These pair great with our Infinite Inspiration and Infinite Inspiration Statement bracelet collections.

Product Details
  • Waxed thread, glass beads, metal beads, & charms
  • Adjustable
  • Handmade in & fairly traded from Guatemala
Sizing

Circumference adjusts from 6" - 10"
Charms approximately 0.25" - 0.5" diameter

Artisan Information

"We dream of an ideal world -- one where everyone lives in harmony, where diversity is celebrated, and where rights and responsibilities are treasured. These aspirations encourage us to find solutions in which prosperity and well-being are common to everyone." ~Maria Pacheco

 

Wakami, a fair trade enterprise founded by Cornell University graduate Maria Pacheco, collaborates with five rural artisan groups throughout Guatemala. A strong focus on community development, social entrepreneurship, and fair wages has vastly improved the lives of its eighty women artisans and their families.

Before they joined Wakami, these artisans had no market outlet for their work and no way to generate income. Most live in very small villages where there are no jobs, and many were forced to leave their children behind to take work in larger cities. For them, the income generated by Wakami is a dream come true, an opportunity to keep their families together and to send their children to school for the first time.

Located in the tiny village of San Lorenzo Pastores, Concepcion became Wakami's first artisan group in 2006. Economic opportunities were slim in the village then, and an important nutrition program was coming to an end -- jeopardizing the very health of the children. Local moms came together to find a solution, and Concepcion was born. The group has become very successful making and selling jewelry, and their families' lives have improved markedly. Inspired by their success and eager to apply their new business skills, Concepcion has opened a bakery and convenience store. "It has taken a lot of effort to start a business, but now, everybody in the village admires us," says group member Matilde. "We have been able to start something, that today is small, but in the future is going to be something really big. We know we still have to make a lot of sacrifices and work hard, but we are happy, because we can see the results every day."

The Monte Redondo group resides in Guatemala's central area, about 20 km from Guatemala City. Despite their close proximity to a large urban area, the community was as isolated as any in the remotest jungle. Twenty women artisans now belong to the group, supplementing their husbands' meager incomes. Group leader Sandra Solares puts it this way: "Wakami is a dream come true for my community. I feel satisfied to be the bridge that makes it possible for women in my community to generate income; this not only makes them feel important, but also helps them provide a better life to their kids. For me, Wakami is the force that gives me the opportunity to keep studying my communication career at the university."

Supplier Information

By shopping the Global Girlfriend collection, you are making a difference in women’s lives across the globe. Global Girlfriend is focused on striving for gender equality and empowerment, and the importance of women providing for themselves and their families. By supporting jobs that guarantee fair wages by fair trade, women are able to proudly contribute to their families, encouraging their communities to flourish.

Shipping

This product ships to the United States and international. Expedited shipping options are available for addresses within the United States, unless total order weight prohibits.

Returns

If you are not 100% satisfied with this product, you may return it for exchange or refund within 90 days of purchase, subject to some restrictions. Please review our full Returns & Exchanges information.

SKU: S- 108844
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Tashia K.
Infinite Inspiration Charm Bracelet

I got one of each for the girls in my family for Christmas. They came in a beautiful bag with info on each bracelet inside. Love them.

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E.A.
Peace Bracelet

Very cute, great colour, good price. =^..^=

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