Crimson Bead Necklace

This beautiful necklace has a little of everything! Gold and silver chains along with crimson beads create a stunning piece. Artisans at Tara Projects made this necklace. Tara Projects is one of the largest fair trade organizations in India, which empowers women, works to eliminate child labor and strives for equal opportunity for all.Details:24 inches longHandcrafted by artisans in IndiaMade with metal chains and glass beadsAbout Ten Thousand VillagesFor more than 60 years, Ten Thousand Villages has served as a fair trade retailer, working with more than 130 artisan groups from nearly 40 countries. It has pioneered the fair trade industry to help break the cycle of poverty.The non-profit social enterprise:Pays a fair price;Creates long-term partnerships with artisan groups;Makes sure artisans have good working conditions;Collaborates with designers to produce trend pieces that incorporate traditional craftmanship;Emphasizes using recycled or renewable materials;Empowers to help create change for the artisans, their communities, and their families.Photo: © Courtesy of Ten Thousand Villages