AMASAJA is a group of more than 50 women artisans from two villages close to Chiquimula who use palm and coconut leaves to weave baskets. The group originally wove hats, brooms, and mats from the palm fronds, but these items don’t sell at a high price. Now, the artisans make artfully crafted baskets and earn a higher price for their work so that they can better support their families.
Small Circular Palm Jewelry Box with Floral Decoration
$8.00
$6.00
This circular jewelry box is handcrafted with palm leaves and decorated flower top is a great place to keep your most treasured objects. It measures approximately 2.5" tall and 2.5" in diameter.
This fair trade basket is handmade by Amasaja, a group of more than 50 women artisans from two villages close to Chiquimula, Guatemala who use palm and coconut leaves to weave baskets. The sale of this product helps the artisans to support their families and supports Sharing the Dream's programming in Guatemala.
