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I recently saw some floral earrings on Etsy in the Huichol style, and was intrigued by this Mexican folk art and wanted to know more. But I wasn’t preapared for what I would discover in a keyword search for Huichol jewelry: a profusion of multicolored, lavish beadwork, great blooming flowers, stunning imagery. Collars and bracelets with intricate geometric designs. Surprisingly, most are available for quite low prices, considering the impressive quality of the beadwork!

The Huichol people live in the Jalisco and Nayarit regions of Mexico, in and around the Sierra Madre mountains. They are descendants of the ancient Aztecs. Their beadwork features intricate designs, vibrant colors, and sacred symbols.

Here are just a few examples of their marvelous beadwork tradition, available on both Etsy and eBay:

Huichol Floral Necklaces

See this Cascading Floral Necklace Earring Set on Etsy

These exquisite 25-flower necklaces and matching earrings are made by Mexican artisans and sold by the Amor Fashion Shop, located in Arizona. Visit their Etsy store to see other exquisite beaded jewelry!

Floral Fringe Earrings

See these Mexican Flower Earrings on Etsy

The shop Aramara is located in Mexico. These earrings have a 6.5 in. drop, sure to make a statement!

Blue Lily Necklace Set

See this Blue Lily Necklace Set on eBay

This blue lily necklace set is made to order from chaquira beads by the artisans of Artechaquira on eBay.

Sunflower Necklace Set

See this Sunflower Necklace Set on eBay

Those who love sunflowers are in for a treat, because the sunflower is a very popular design in Huichol jewelry. This gorgeous asymmetric sunflower necklace set is available on eBay.

Geometric Collar Necklace

See this Geometric Collar Necklace Set on Etsy

This amazing geometric collar would take a blue shirt or blouse from plain to fabulous! I love the way the artist incorporated flowers into a geometric design. Sold by DULCEDEGUAYABA on Etsy.

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-Louise Hunter Burton