This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Shining bright and beautiful, these earrings are a handmade creation by Thailand's Lalana. She works with sterling silver creating a delightful wrapped effect.
Product Features:
- Dimensions: 0.5" L x 0.3" W
- Weight: 0.02 oz
- Color: Silver
- Style: Button
- Metal: 925 Sterling silver
- Finish: High polish
- Clasp: Post
- Care instructions: Keep away from a chemical, Clean with a soft dry jewelry cloth
- Made in Thailand
Story Behind the Art:
I currently work with more than 100 families, including Karen silversmiths, who help me to create handmade jewelry. My name is Lalana Thawiaphiradimani and I was born Northern Thailand to a big family with ten brothers and sisters. My family was poor, but my parents worked hard to support us and taught me the value of hard work and contributing to my community. This influenced me when I became older and began to work. When I turned 18, I decided to leave home to seek better opportunities and start a career. It was a difficult period of adjustment because I was outside of my comfort zone, with only a little money to pay for the bus and food for a few days. I was lucky enough to quickly find a job as a maid. I earned very little but it was enough for me to begin saving.
Once I had enough money to start my own venture, my mother introduced me to one of her friends from the Karen hill tribe who taught me about Karen silver jewelry. I fell in love with the craftsmanship, tradition and the story behind each piece. I've immersed myself in silver jewelry since 1986 and people tell me they love my designs. I currently work with more than 100 families, including Karen silversmiths, who help me create handmade jewelry. I'm proud to have helped create jobs for them to earn a better living and always thank them for their efforts. Our designs now include contemporary jewelry as well as macrame pieces with beads and silver. All of our jewelry is crafted by hand, and many of the silver beads show traditional Karen flower, fish and geometric motifs. I've learned that people have different tastes and this has challenged me to create a variety of designs ranging from modern to minimal to favorites for everyday use.
All weights and measurements are approximate and may vary slightly from the listed information.
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