BeadforLife Jewelry Set
Item Number: 15486
Time Left: CLOSED
Value: $84
Online Close: May 28, 2015 7:00 PM EDT
Bid History: 0 bids
Description
BeadforLife is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and member of the Fair Trade Federation that works to fight extreme poverty in Uganda. BeadforLife provides impoverished people with the chance to earn money and change their lives. Supported by entrepreneurial training and other services, their model provides opportunities rather than hand-outs, resulting in proud, empowered women.
All jewelry is handmade from recycled paper by women in Uganda. This set from BeadforLife includes the following, all in shades of purple/pink with complemenary colors:
- East African Dual Colored Infinity Necklace, a light and dark shade complement each other with sophisticated duality in this infinity necklace. No clasp means maximum adjustability based on your neckline. The East African Dual Colored Infinity Necklace features 18 brass beads handmade by artisans in Ethiopia. Length: 54"
- East African Drop Earrings, adorn yourself with drops of color and brass! These matching earrings feature sterling silver hooks, paper beads, and brass beads handmade by artisans in Ethiopia. Length: 1"
- 3 East African Wrap Bangles, these complemtary delicate bangles feature bold color and brass metal beads handmade by artisans in Ethiopia. Length: 7" - 8
BeadforLife's Beading Program provides Ugandan members with a steady source of income throughout the 18 months they are in the program. Each group receives training in how to roll beads out of recycled paper and string them into beautiful jewelry. More importantly, they receive ongoing entrepreneurial and business skills training to prepare them to launch their own sustainable business once they graduate.
Click here to shop for more of their beautiful jewelry and shea butter products, and support this great organization.
Special Instructions
Shipping of item, if needed, not included in the bid price. A $1.00 handling fee will be added to the winning bid to help cover costs associated with running the auction, so more of your donation goes to funding the Center's programs and services.