DESCRIPTION: Our Nepalese Soul Sister tradition continues in a new way with the Soul Sister Rings. What began with the Soul Sister Necklaces — a gift reminding the maker that she, too, was seen and cherished. Today, that tradition continues in a new way with the Soul Sister Ring. Symbolizing connection across distance, your purchase includes a meaningful investments in our Nepali Sisters. When you purchase a Soul Sister Ring, you’re also giving your artisan “sister” the opportunity to refine her newly learned silversmith skills. Your purchase covers the cost for her to make a practice ring (which she’ll keep as a symbol of her growth) — and you’ll receive the next beautiful ring she creates. THE STORY: A successful fundraiser (Together, We Thrive) allowed us to respond to the prayer request "Our greatest need is to learn and grow our jewelry making skills". Thanks to your support, our friend Becki traveled to Nepal, where she spent two weeks working with our partners to teach women the art of silversmithing—creating jewelry with inset stones. The women worked hard and learned quickly, but as we all know, the only way to become an expert is to PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE. Unfortunately, with very small margins and tight budgets, this kind of practice is often cost-prohibitive. That’s where you come in! We’d like to invite you to give your Nepalese Soul Sister the chance to learn and refine her skills. When you purchase a Soul Sister Ring, your purchase will cover the cost for her to make one practice ring (which she will be gifted after completion), and you will receive the next ring! PRODUCT DETAILS: Material: Sterling silver plate (around stone 28/bottom of stone 24) Band: Sterling silver wire (16 gauge) Turquoise (not real) Measurement: Stone: 0.4" x 0.6" (1 x 1.5 cm) Time: 90 minutes to make IMPACT: Made by artisans with Himalayan Freedom Co. in Nepal who employ women who are marginalized and escaping exploitative situations. They provide a work environment that is family-oriented and empowers women to pursue freedom. THROUGH IT ALL: The Soul Sister Rings are part of our Through it All Collection. A collection honoring the life of dear friend and board member, Calli Aust, 10% of the sales will go to sponsor an adult literacy class in Rwanda in her honor. Calli helped design this necklace while she was still here. Handmade with love in Nepal ♥ Your purchase Fights Human Trafficking!
