Achara

Achara hill tribe silver jewelry

"We started out as a family workshop. We have been working and will continue working as a family, and we hope to have you as a part of our warm family in the near future.

"My name is Achara and, together with my husband Withaya, we are responsible for guiding the talented teams of designers and artisans who collaborate with us. Our children, Nampueng and Harley, are our constant source of inspiration.

"I started to work with silver jewelry when I was in college, together with Withaya, who was my lovely boyfriend back then. That means we have been designing, crafting and selling silver jewelry since 1984.

"When we learned that the hill tribe people of northern Thailand had wonderful silversmith skills, but that most of their jewelry wasn't considered very marketable, we decided we wanted to find a way to help them. We wanted to help in a way whereby they could earn a decent living and lead a stable lifestyle, as well as promote their culture worldwide. That's how we came to create a form of collaboration with them, whereby we could help them develop more handcrafting skills, improve their designs so they would be more appealing to the general public, and improve the quality of their work, which meant refining their centuries-old traditional methods.

"Our mission is to create unique jewelry designs, and to preserve Thai and Hill tribe cultures. I hope that you will be satisfied with our collections and feel encouraged to promote the work of the hill tribe people. Finally, our wish is that you will accept our invitation to become a part of our family too!"

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"We started out as a family workshop. We have been working and will continue working as a family, and we hope to have you as a part of our warm family in the near future.

"My name is Achara and, together with my husband Withaya, we are responsible for guiding the talented teams of designers and artisans who collaborate with us. Our children, Nampueng and Harley, are our constant source of inspiration.

"I started to work with silver jewelry when I was in college, together with Withaya, who was my lovely boyfriend back then. That means we have been designing, crafting and selling silver jewelry since 1984.

"When we learned that the hill tribe people of northern Thailand had wonderful silversmith skills, but that most of their jewelry wasn't considered very marketable, we decided we wanted to find a way to help them. We wanted to help in a way whereby they could earn a decent living and lead a stable lifestyle, as well as promote their culture worldwide. That's how we came to create a form of collaboration with them, whereby we could help them develop more handcrafting skills, improve their designs so they would be more appealing to the general public, and improve the quality of their work, which meant refining their centuries-old traditional methods.

"Our mission is to create unique jewelry designs, and to preserve Thai and Hill tribe cultures. I hope that you will be satisfied with our collections and feel encouraged to promote the work of the hill tribe people. Finally, our wish is that you will accept our invitation to become a part of our family too!"

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In Thailand, artistic skills and traditions have been passed down from generation to generation. As you explore our Thailand Collection you will discover handwoven silks and hand embroidered textiles, celadon and benjarong pottery, teak carvings, lacquerware and exquisite jewelry. All are handcrafted in traditional and contemporary designs by talented Thai artisans.

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Maker Badge Enabling Education

Achara's children are of university age. She currently pays for her daughter's higher education and, next year, she will also pay for her son's.

Maker Badge Job Creator

Achara is not only a talented jewelry artisan but is also a kind, dedicated entrepreneur. Her workshop has several full-time workers, and she provides work for a number of part-time silversmiths. Her part time collaborators are hill tribe artisans who struggle to survive. To ensure that these artisans have enough income to live on; Achara continually orders their silverwork and pays for it in advance. She does this even though she may have no orders for their work at the time. She is able to do this because of her Novica customers who provide a stable, steady income for her workshop.

Maker Badge Preserving Traditions

Achara's workshop uses traditional silversmithing techniques to produce centuries-old designs as well as contemporary pieces inspired by Thai culture. Many artisans have been trained in her workshop. They learn not only traditional jewelry making but also how to apply modern quality control standards.

Maker Badge Empowering Women

The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.

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$64.99

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Artisan Crafted Modern Sterling Silver Band Ring 'Whispering Snow'

$64.99

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Sophie What a beautiful craftsmanship! I have already ordered two other rings from Achara.Many thanks to the artist(s)!

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Alternate image for Handmade Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet Hill Tribe Elephants

$319.99

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Handmade Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet 'Hill Tribe Elephants'

$319.99

5.0 ★ (4)

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Filipa Silver bracelet with great detail and very well made

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$79.99

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Artisan Made Thai Silver Wrap Ring with Oxidized Finish 'Silver Sun'

$79.99

4.9 ★ (8)

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Jeanette I've had this ring for a few years now and it stills looks dazzling.

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4 Badges for Achara

Maker Badge Enabling Education

Achara's children are of university age. She currently pays for her daughter's higher education and, next year, she will also pay for her son's.

Maker Badge Job Creator

Maker Badge Preserving Traditions

Maker Badge Empowering Women

The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.

131 Reviews for

Achara

December 26, 2023

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R Robert

I have 2 bracelets by this artist and both of them need to be spread or bent to get on. I wish it would go on without having to do this since it feels like I'm bending the bracelet to get it on. The workmanship and beauty of the bracelet is top notch. I would recommend it but if you have larger wrists, then this will not fit you. I have small wrists and had to spread it to get it on. My brace... read more

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