Majenta Designs: Japanese Handmade Relief Efforts

It has been 2 weeks since the devastating tsunami struck Japan, claiming at least 10,000 lives and over 17,000 still missing, and there is still continued updates about radioactivity concerns from some of their nuclear power plants. However, out of tragedy comes hope and unity of the human spirit.

There have been overwhelming humanitarian efforts pouring out to help all those affected by this disaster. Even small business and handmade artisans are contributing all that they can to this cause. Simply searching on Etsy , one can find several artists and shops announcing a portion or even 100% of the purchases will go towards relief efforts in Japan.

Here at MaJenta Designs, all of our funky and fun functional gifts and accessories are all made using gorgeous handmade Japanese papers, so from now through April 30th, 50% of the proceeds from the pocket mirror or keychain bottle opener purchases will be donated towards the Japanese Disaster Relief Fund!

Choice of Keychain Bottle Opener ~OR~ Pocket Mirror with Pouch ($6)
Sakura (cherry blossoms) symbolizes the transient nature of life
50% proceeds will be donated to Japanese disaster relief efforts

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More examples of just a small sampling of artists/shop owners who are donating a portion of their proceeds or profit from their sales include items such as:

Japanese Disaster Relief T-Shirt ($20)
100% proceeds will be donated to Japanese Red Cross

Silver & Red Karma Bracelet ($14)
100% proceeds will be donated to U.S. World Vision

Ginko Leaf Necklace ($17)
The Ginko Tree is considered a ''bearer of hope'' and a symbol of resilience and peace
100% proceeds donated to tsunami relief