Living Nature - Frog Sterling Silver and Jade Frog Dangle Earrings _supplier--zia-pia-llc-info Ana Maria Gonzalez finds inspiration

Ana Maria Gonzalez finds inspiration in Mexico's lotería (bingo) for the design of this decorative box

designer velcro bandana features a stylish print with easy snap on velcro

these sterling silver half-hoop earrings are a standout

beads of natural jade circle the wrist in this men's stretch bracelet from Costa Rica

Eufrosia Pantaleon paints the aquatic wall sculpture by hand in rich shades of green

Living Nature - Frog Sterling Silver and Jade Frog Dangle Earrings _supplier--zia-pia-llc-info Ana Maria Gonzalez finds inspirationFor the indigenous people of pre Columbian America, especially the Mayas, the yaax chich or 'jade' meant life, fertility, and power. It was the most precious object, even above gold. These dangle earrings, by Guatemalan artisan Zandra Lorena Sajbin, feature dark green jade ovals on silver ear wires with an etched frog design. Says Sajbin of her designs, 'God has given us the wonderful gift that is nature: flora and fauna. These pieces represent all