The Ashram's Window - Necklace
The Ashram's Window - Necklace
There's something magical and storied about Indian windows and doors; they come in all shapes, sizes, and colours. The Ashram's Window Necklace was inspired by the sublime architecture found within the spiritual hermitages and monasteries of India. Take this bold brass piece, where ever your journey leads. Hold onto it as a sign of scared serenity.
Made with Love in Old Delhi, India
- Materials: brass
- Fair Trade
- Sustainable
- Handmade
- Funds Community Development
- Recyclable
- Dimensions: 1 7/8" wide, 16" drop
Meet the Artisans
MATR BOOMIE - (mä-ter boo-miē "Motherland" in Hindi) is a fair trade collection from India that marries modern design sensibility with inspiring traditional art forms, bringing people and cultures closer together. With the mission of creating opportunities for women and minorities to realize their creative, economic and leadership potential. They have grown to empower 20,000 artisans in 40 partner communities throughout India.
Jewelry Making
Ornate jewelry is a proud cultural tradition in India and every piece in Matr Boomie's collection hints at a deeper story. In the sprawling urban center of Old Delhi, their partner group of nearly 80 artisans delicately bends, etches, beads, and polishes jewelry from stones, glass, upcycled metal and wires, seeds, and other materials. However, these artisans are not only limited to jewelry. Many of them go on to create other products such as frames, ornaments, and hair accessories made out of ethically-sourced bone. They inherit their craftsmanship from their ancestors, who were master jewelers.