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Travel Blessings Necklace

Wear this tagua charm of the North Star as a reminder to keep on your path, as you see it. Gift this to yourself or someone you care about as a lovely mantra, a little prayer, an intention to remember that it's what we learn and integrate along our many journeys that shapes who we are. Made from "vegetable ivory," a plant-based alternative for elephant ivory, this sustainably harvested nut is also used as an eco-friendly substitute for plastics. Handcrafted by makers with our artisan partner, Andean Collection in Ecuador.

HANDCRAFTED IN ECUADOR

  • Materials: Tagua, silver metal chain
  • Measures: 16"L
  • Colors: Teal
  • Handcrafted in Ecuador

SKU: 8410780

THE MAKERS

Women of Otavalo, Ecuador, who are often the main carers in their families, are also becoming the main breadwinners creating artisanal jewelry with indigenous materials like sustainably harvested tagua. With long-term job opportunities and a stable income, these women are not only changing their own lives and the lives of their families, they are also building the foundations of an economically stronger community which can offer a better future for the next generation.
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Welcome to our global maker-to-market movement where, together with 20,000 artisans, we ignite social change. We create opportunities for individuals, families, and communities in developing countries to thrive through strong relationships, fair wages, safe working conditions, and sustainable practices.

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