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Self Expression Through Style
I recently saw a picture of Tracee Ellis Ross at the Fashion Awards wearing a beaded statement necklace that embodied her bold style and personified her true self. It was...
A Rich History
Our jewelry collection consists of a variety of beaded pieces. Historically beads have been used in East Africa for centuries, for rituals, celebrations, ornaments, and jewelry. In the past, the...
Big Jewelry Fears
Have you ever picked up a large statement necklace but thought twice about wearing it? You felt like it was a bit too flashy, chunky, bold or over the top....
Spring is here!
It's the first day of spring, a time to awaken and embolden your sense of style. The season to be bright, bold and colorful is upon us. Select your next...
Sustainability Made Stylish
Sourcing local and eco-friendly materials is essential to our artisan community in Kenya and Tanzania. Materials such as grass, paper and recycled glass are used to create the strikingly beautiful pieces. Our recycled glass necklaces...
Season's Greetings
As the year draws to an end, we wanted to thank you-our TFAR (Treasure from Afar) loyalists for all the love and support. You're the reason we do what we...
For the love of handmade
Wearing a piece of jewelry that is transformative, can bring about all kinds of feelings, whether it's happiness, confidence or an emboldened sense of style. A beautiful handmade piece such as a...
A greater appreciation for culture
As summer comes to an end, I’m left with a memory that is forever etched in my heart. This summer I traveled back home to Tanzania with my family. With...
Fresh look for the Spring
We couldn't be more ready for a new season. Spring is in the air! A time for renewal and transformation. A welcome change that brings bursts of color and new...
A true reflection
Heavy rain and crazy traffic in Nairobi did not stop us from meeting one of our suppliers to pick up her beautiful handcrafted necklaces. While there we realized that she...
Summer Style
Bright colors, bold patterns and unique silhouettes are summer wardrobe staples. For some it's the perfect time to mix the brightest and boldest colors. For others sticking to the beloved...
A long journey home
I was thrilled and excited about going back home to Tanzania and Kenya to source new material and product. My journey began with a three hour delay from Los Angeles...
Awakening the spirit of adventure
When was the last time you went on an adventure, that pushed you to new heights and took you out of your comfort zone. I recently revived my spirit of...
Trends to Fall in love with
It’s that time of the year again to fall in love with the latest jewelry trends for the new season. This Fall we’ve seen trends to please all. From chains,...