Jewelry, Woman-Owned
Mayana Designs Co.
Handwoven Artisan Glass Beaded Jewelry
Mayana Designs was created in 2022 by Emily Wancier as a way to explore and share her love of artisan handmade beaded jewelry. Drawing from her time living abroad with her family in Ghana, Peru, Nicaragua, and currently Colombia, the jewelry pieces often are inspired by textiles and art forms that she has encountered along the way. Emily is primarily self-taught and continues to challenge herself by exploring geometric form and color as she transforms Japanese Miyuki glass beads into wearable art. Mayana Designs is committed to offering bead weaving training and employment primarily to single mothers and members of the displaced indigenous community in Medellin, Colombia, where the jewelry is produced in small batches. As Mayana Designs grows, the hope is that it can expand its ability to provide much-needed income to vulnerable women.
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Beaded Handwoven Organic Circular Fringe Earrings
$62
View detailsThese bestselling handwoven earrings combine a hammered brass arch element with circular fringe made up beautiful Japanese Miyuki glass bead colors. The pattern within the circular fringe is inspired by sedimentary rock patterns. The brass arches hang from gold plated ear wires. These earrings are handmade by women artisans in Medellin, Colombia who receive fair working conditions and compensation for their skills. Materials: Miyuki Glass Beads Brass Component Gold-Plated Ear Wire Size: Length 2 Inches Width 1.5 Inches -
Beaded Handwoven Moonlit Moth Earrings
$62
View detailsThese striking statement earrings feature a unique brass component from which Miyuki Japanese glass beads form a moth fluttering across the width of the fringe. Metallic beads, which make up the moth’s body, add shimmer and catch the eye. These are a truly one-of-kind accessory. Our earrings are handmade by women artisans in Medellin, Colombia who receive fair working conditions and compensation for their skills. Materials: Miyuki Glass Beads Brass Component Nylon Thread Hypoallergenic 14K Gold Plated Ear Wire Size: Length 3 Inches Width 1.25 Inches -
Beaded Handwoven Guajira Square Earrings
$59
View detailsThese handwoven Miyuki glass beaded earrings feature a bold geometric linear pattern which contrasts against the background color. Adding to their uniqueness is the tubular fringe hung from the bottom of the woven square with accenting gold beads at the tips. This a classic but elegant design that can easily transition from day to night and from season to season making it a staple in your accessory collection. Our earrings are designed by Emily Wancier and are handwoven by her and her team of talented women artisans in Medellin, Colombia. Our artisans receive fair working conditions and compensation for their skills. Exact bead tones may vary slightly depending on availability. Materials Miyuki Glass Beads Nylon Thread Gold Filled Square Post Measurements Length 2.3″ Width 1.3″ Weight .38 oz -
Set/3 Gem and Pearl Miyuki Stretch Bracelets (Amazonite)
$32
View detailsThese stretch bracelet sets feature 3 unique bracelets that combine some of our favorite materials including semiprecious stones, river pearls and premium Japanese Miyuki glass beads. Distinct textures, shapes and colors make these the perfect stack to wear on their own or to combine with other bracelet favorites. Made from soft flexible elastic they fit a large range of wrist sizes. These bracelets are made by women artisans from vulnerable communities in Colombia who receive fair working conditions and compensation for their skills as is detailed on the bracelet packaging. Materials Miyuki Glass Beads River Pearls Amazonite Tiger’s Eye Gold-Plated Beads Dimensions Circumference 6.8 – 7 Inches
