Friday, August 10, 2012

Amazon Dream

Blue Sky is pleased to partner with ACEER on our Amazon Dream line of handmade jewelry. We are now offering this line of products produced by Shipibo artisans in the central Peruvian rainforest, where ACEER has been working since 2008. 
One of our favorite pieces in the collection, this bracelet is comprised of hand painted shicapa seeds that are sustainably gathered in the Amazon. The painting represents worms nurturing the soil of the Earth.
With each item purchased through Blue Sky, you are making a real difference in the lives of the Shipibo-Conibo peoples of Amazonia.  Each piece is unique, hand-made, and reflecting the sacred wisdom and symbols of these native peoples.  Every item represents a part of the rich traditions of the Shipibo that go back thousands of years, demonstrating in a powerful way that the culture and natural resources of the Amazon can be protected. Not only that, but the jewelry is super groovy!  Proceeds from your purchases will allow ACEER to supply badly needed educational materials for Amazonian children, essential teacher training in conservation education, and funds for sustainable community development projects.  Thank you for making a difference!

This gorgeous necklace is a staple in our wardrobe! Made out of acai seeds that are sustainably gathered and hand dyed by the Shipibo, the colors match almost everything and at 52" it is plenty long to wrap around your neck more than once.
We love to wrap the necklace around our wrist to get get that chunky bracelet look.