Please note:  The model photo shows these earrings in the mother-of-pearl version

The handles are made from discarded animal bones which are "batiked" by placing wax on the white bone and then dipping it in a dark brown or black dye

The craftsmen are highly skilled and use only hand tools to create functional utensils of the highest quality

a symbol of many things including wisdom

Small Lidded Basket, Guatemala Best Sellers Please note: The model photoThis beautiful little basket is designed and handcrafted by Mayan women in a fair trade cooperative in Guatemala. It is intricately woven using longleaf pine needles and natural raffia ribbon. Sturdy and extremely well made, it can be used to hold your special treasures or displayed as a decoration. And it smells wonderful. Pine needles and natural raffia. Measures approximately 6" around x 3" high. All of our products are shipped with cards