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Balinese artisan Kenari carries on the rich jewelry
tradition of her hometown of Celuk in these intricate
sterling silver earrings. Individually placed jawan beads
create a swirling fern pattern framed within a gentle
dewdrop shape.
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Kenari's jewelry workshop has grown since joining Novica and she now has assistants there. Additionally, she is able to give work to local silversmiths as the need arises.
Kenari is from Celuk, the historical center of the Balinese silver trade. All of her family work in silver and, as a girl, she learned silversmithing techniques from her grandfather and assisted her uncle in his workshop. When she married, her husband was very supportive and she continued to create jewelry. Kenari uses traditional techniques and hand-finishing. She incorporates traditional Balinese designs in her pieces in the hope of sustaining not only traditional techniques but also the motifs that are the hallmark of Balinese jewelry. She would love for her children to continue this art and hopes to teach them as they grow up.
Kenari and her husband are very involved in their children's lives. They particularly encourage their sons' artistic pursuits and encourage their interests in guitar, gamelan music and drawing.
Kenari is committed to growing her workshop. She constantly develops new designs and has assistants to help her increase her output.
Kenari relies on her Novica sales to support not only her family but also her assistants and their families.
The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.
Kenari is committed to giving her children the best possible education.
02/09/2017
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I thought the 'Denpasar Mystique' earrings were pretty in the picture. Imagine the look on my face when I saw the real thing. Just beautiful!! So feminine and elegant!! I see myself wearing these earrings with evening wear or blue jeans!! Thank you, Kenari, for creating such lovely earrings!!
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02/23/2017
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When my wife opened the pretty little box and saw the beautiful earrings inside, she was ever so pleased. She immediately put them on and wore them the rest of the day. She got several comments as we went out and about; people saying how pretty they were. These were purchased for a Valentine's Day gift, but they arrived 8 days after.
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I bought these as a gift for my daughter and they're absolutely lovely made really well
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These earrings are so stunning! They stand out!
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Handcrafted special earrings come in fabric box with card from the jeweler that created the design. It is so special and so personal.
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Balinese women who marry live with the husband's family and so did she. Even after moving away from the silverwork environment, Kenari was still obsessed with crafting jewelry.
