White and Burgundy Lace Beaded Collar

A delicate, handcrafted statement collar made bead by bead by Anastasia, a Ukrainian artisan.

This White and Burgundy Lace Beaded Collar features intricate ivory white beadwork accented with deep burgundy red beads in a repeating openwork pattern. The necklace forms a graceful curved collar around the neckline, with dozens of finely constructed pointed drops creating a lace-inspired edge.

The combination of white and rich burgundy gives the piece a refined, almost ceremonial quality. From a distance, the necklace has the elegance of traditional lace. Up close, the individual beads reveal the remarkable handwork behind its repeating geometric structure.

The design draws on traditional Ukrainian bead weaving and is best described as a Merezhka/Kryza-style collar, combining open lattice beadwork with the broad decorative shape of Ukrainian collar necklaces.

Instead of a metal clasp, the necklace uses a traditional-style red cord tie closure with fringed tassel ends. This lets the wearer adjust how closely the collar sits around the neckline while adding another handcrafted detail.

Its white-and-burgundy palette pairs especially well with black, cream, ivory, burgundy, charcoal, forest green, and other solid colors. Wear it with a simple dress or blouse for an elegant statement, or style it as a cultural or artistic centerpiece.

Details

• Handmade in Ukraine
• Handwoven seed bead construction
• Ukrainian style: Merezhka / Kryza style collar
• Colors: ivory white and deep burgundy red
• Lace-inspired openwork bead pattern
• Repeating pointed fringe design
• Red cord tie closure
• Fringed tassel ends
• Approximate necklace length: 14.5 inches
• Approximate beaded width: 1.5 inches
• Tie lengths: approximately 10 inches on one end and 8.5 inches on the other
• Weight: approximately 1.3 oz
• One-of-a-kind artisan character
• Designed and handmade by Anastasia

Because this necklace is entirely handmade, slight differences in bead placement, tension, and symmetry are natural characteristics of artisan beadwork rather than imperfections.

A Purchase With Meaning

Anastasia is a single mother from Ukraine's Donbas region. After Russia's invasion forced her to leave her home and relocate to the opposite side of the country, the town and home she knew were destroyed.

She continues supporting herself and her son through the work she can create with her own hands.

Each necklace requires patience, concentration, and countless individual bead placements. Her jewelry carries both Ukrainian craft tradition and the personal story of a woman rebuilding her life through her skill.

When you purchase one of Anastasia's pieces, you are purchasing original handmade work directly connected to the artisan who created it.

You are not simply buying jewelry. You are supporting her craftsmanship, independence, and ability to provide for her son.