Sustainable Summer Style

Summer is around the corner and the weather is getting warmer. With tropical vacations and beach trips approaching, we have narrowed down the best handcrafted products to help you soak up the sun in style.

sustainable tablecloth

Kavita Tablecloth $65.00

 

 

This lightweight tablecloth, featuring a tranquil shade of blue is a practical item to have “by the beach.” It can be used as the quintessential addition to your nautical beach home and alternatively be used as a blanket to tan or have a picnic on.
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Style Icon Saturday: Catherine Zeta Jones

celebrity actress Catherine Zeta Jones

Around the globe, Catherine Zeta Jones is known for her grace and beauty. She is also recognized for the sophisticated style she brings to the red carpet. Jones chooses to keep her outfits simple but accessorize with fun earrings and bracelets. She is applauded for being an open-minded, well-cultured individual who incorporates her travel experience into her personal style. She recently said, “I really want to visit India again specifically during the Kumbh Mela pilgrimage and I’m told it is a sight to behold for the eyes and soul.”

Here are a few examples of how you can get a similar classy look to Jones with our MyMela products.

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Catherine Zeta Jones

handcrafted dangle earrings

Eternal Essence Handcrafted Dangle Earrings $24.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here Jones is wearing attention grabbing earrings that suit her fresh-face look and summer dress so perfectly. You can get the same exotic look with our Eternal Essence Dangle Earrings to wear on a night out with your hair up and simple dress.

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Catherine Zeta Jones

 

 

Engraved Bangle

Old Gold Engraved Bangle Set $24.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jones pairs a set of bangles with a simple mid-length dress to add a little charm. You can dress up your casual dress with our gold engraved bangles. Great for a night out with your friends.

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Catherine Zeta Jones

moonstone necklace and earring set

Magical Moon Sterling Silver Set $76.00

 

 

Jones pairs a sterling silver necklace featuring a semiprecious stone with a black blouse. Get the look with our Magical Moon Sterling Silver Set and pair it with a work outfit or a simple dress. You are guaranteed to receive compliments with this high-end look.

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MyMela Celebrates Women Goddesses

Continuing the Mother’s Day celebration, MyMela proudly acknowledges the Mother Goddess in all of us! We hope you enjoy this timely acclamation of the goddesses of Hinduism and recognize in yourself their awesome qualities.  Without the feminine powers of creativity, love, wisdom and justice where would we be?

MyMela women artisans

Women artisans from Sadhna enjoy each other's company.

Hinduism is often described as a polytheistic religion with a pantheon of gods each worshipped for his or her own special qualities and powers.  A deeper study of the religion, however, reveals that there is only one Divine Principle that pulses through the universe but that in order for the literal human mind to comprehend this abstract idea, various gods and goddesses have become part of Hindu mythology, each representing a different aspect of the Divine.  In Hinduism, the female aspect of the divine is known as Devi, or Mother Goddess. She is the female counterpart without whom the male aspect remains impotent and void.   Together, male and female principles fuse to represent the Divine.  Goddess worship is thus an integral part of Hinduism.  Various aspects of female power are attributed to different goddesses and wherever you travel in India, you are always reminded through art, sculpture, song and stories, about the awesome power of the Mother Goddess.
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5 Handcrafted Gifts Mom Will Love

Mother’s day is on Sunday, May 12th and if you’re still looking to get your mother something that unique- look no further. MyMela provides a wide selection of handmade, eco-friendly products that your mom will proudly use. Whether you’re on a budget or want to splurge, we’ve got something that we’re sure will put a smile on her face.

hand-made photo frame

Tendrils Handmade Photo Frame $20.00

 

 

This affordable frame is made from sustainable mango wood. Place a picture of you and mom and its makes for the ideal souvenir for her to place in her office or room.

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Exclusive savings on zulily

We’re excited to announce our first sale on zulily!
Shop now for the best deals, just in time for Mother’s Day!

mymela sale on zulily

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Socially Conscious Mother’s Day Gift Guide

handcrafted productsMother’s Day Gift Guide

This year give Mom a gift that gives back. We’ve assembled the best socially conscious gifts every mom will love.

 

 handcrafted frame for momSunny Side Up Photo Frame by MyMela – $14

Give mom a place to keep a special memory. Hand-carved star flowers flourish on this whimsical bronze and antique yellow frame. Handmade from versatile and sustainable mango wood, insert your favorite picture and mom will treasure this gift forever. Continue reading “Socially Conscious Mother’s Day Gift Guide” »

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Weekly News Roundup from MyMela

handcrafted gifts for Mother's Day

Mother's Day is May 12. Click on the image for handcrafted gifts mom will love.

Each week we bring you the most relevant and news worthy articles about what’s happening in the world of ethical fashion, social entrepreneurship, microfinance, crowdfunding and more!

This week we have exciting topics such as brands focusing on sustainable fashion, the pros and cons of microfinance and more. We’ve gathered the articles below to keep you in the know about the topics you care about.

So check in with us every week and share your thoughts in the comments section.  Stay informed, get involved, and be part of the solution!

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The Top 5 Sustainable Fashion Design Programs in the World – Read More

The Science Of Sustainability – Read More

How social enterprise can succeed in the world of high fashion – Read More

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Happy Mahavir Jayanti

The most important holiday for Jains, Mahavir Jayanti, will be celebrated on April 24, 2013.  This day marks the birthday of their most revered prophet, Mahavir, the founder of their religion.
statue of Mahavir

Mahavira was born into royalty as the son of King Siddhartha and Queen Trishala.

Jainism is an ancient religion founded in India sometime before the 6th century BC.  Today there are 4.2 million followers of Jainism in India and a growing immigrant Jain population around the world.

Jains believe in reincarnation, maintaining that all living beings have souls.  Through the practice of non-violence, detachment from material possessions, self-control and truthfulness, Jains believe that they can reach a state of spiritual purity which will result in their release from the cycle of rebirth.  All the 24 prophets that they revere and whose teachings they follow, have purportedly reached this state of nirvana.

On Mahavir Jayanti, Jains visit their temples to pray, listen to lectures and sing religious songs.  Statues of Mahavir receive a ritual bath and are joyfully carried through the streets in processions that include elephants, horses and musicians, as well as worshippers.  Alms, food and medicines are given to the poor.
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Exciting News from MyMela

We are very excited to announce that a special selection
of our décor is being featured on leading flash sale site, One Kings Lane.
Click on the image to take advantage of these exclusive savings!
Hurry, sale ends on Saturday 4/27.

handcrafted home decor on One Kings Lane

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Celebrate Earth Day with Upcycled, Eco-friendly Products

Happy Earth Day! Celebrate the 43rd annual Earth Day by supporting handmade products that are crafted with eco-friendly materials.

Since it was founded in 1970, Earth day has become a globally-recognized event to raise awareness for environmental concerns and encouraging the world to take action to support the planet. In honor of this day, MyMela is featuring products made of sustainably farmed wood and upcycled materials such as horn and bone.  

handcrafted yellow photo frame

Sunny Side Up Photo Frame $14.00

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