{"product_id":"the-tenderness-she-carries-handmade-bag-jewelry","title":"The Tenderness She Carries — Handmade Bag Jewelry","description":"\u003cp\u003eTenderness is not fragility. It is the strength to remain compassionate after seeing how hard life can be. It is caring for others without losing yourself—and learning that a generous heart still deserves protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Tenderness She Carries\u003c\/strong\u003e was inspired by my sister, an emergency-room physician whose empathy is as remarkable as her intelligence and strength. She chose the first one I made while navigating a deeply painful season in her own life. This piece honors the women who have worked, sacrificed, cared, and built—and who are reclaiming what belongs to them, including their peace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge goat-bone beads sourced from Africa give this piece its clean, sculptural silhouette. They are paired with African “gold” spacers, a vintage resin loop, and a strawberry quartz heart pendant—a stone associated with love, emotional healing, and a heart that remains open without surrendering its boundaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of \u003cstrong\u003eCarried Stories: Adornment for the Things We Carry\u003c\/strong\u003e, a collection inspired by everything women carry through life—both seen and unseen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge goat-bone beads sourced from Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrawberry quartz heart pendant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfrican “gold” beads and spacers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage resin loop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold-tone clasp and hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable hand-knotted cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMichaela Corning signature charm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Seattle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold, sculptural silhouette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited small-batch design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClips onto handbags, totes, backpacks, belt loops, and key rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the bone and stone are natural materials, each piece will show slight differences in color, texture, markings, and shape. These variations are part of its character and make every one distinct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to water, perfume, oils, and harsh cleaning products. Handle the natural bone and stone components with care. Store flat or hang from the clasp when not in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdornment for the things we carry—and for the tenderness no one has the right to exploit.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"michaelacorning","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52653030277437,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2979\/4722\/files\/IMG_8256.jpg?v=1785386774","url":"https:\/\/michaelacorning.com\/products\/the-tenderness-she-carries-handmade-bag-jewelry","provider":"michaelacorning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}