This Tiko Tiered Necklace is four tiered and designed with both of The Women of Pader signature beads - paper and recycled glass. It features delicately strung layers of paper beads and glass beads to create an impressive eclectic, layered look. The necklace is adjustable in length via a sliding gold bead on braided leather cord. “Tiko” means “bead” in Acholi, the tribe language the artisans speak. This necklace can fit over a wearer’s head and can be tightened via our sliding gold bead in the back. Tassels hang in the back ensuring even the back is styled.

The Bead Project, a program of the Women of Pader, provides employment to 150 women making recycled paper and glass bead jewelry. These women artisans blend traditional African crafts with modern jewelry trends to create unique and lovely necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and gifts. Your purchase allows them to earn a dignified income to support their families and community.