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Brass hand recycled earrings by Pivot
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These lively earrings feature a pair of brass hands descending from tortoiseshell sleeves made of recycled acetate, suspended on gold-plated earring hooks. Each piece is handmade in London and signed by one of Pivot's makers, all of whom live in homeless hostels. Pivot has been offering paid employment, coaching and skills training to individuals experiencing homelessness since 2020.
Author/Artist/Designer
PivotDimensions
Pendant 3.5cm (1.3in)
Composition
Recycled acetate, brass, copper rivets, gold plated brass hooks. Supplied in recycled card packaging, 100% compostable film sleeve
Product code
167485
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Pivot
Pivot is a social enterprise working to empower people experiencing homelessness. Having witnessed the barriers faced by people in hostels, founder Alice Moxley saw an opportunity to address challenges around access to work opportunities. Pivot offers paid employment, coaching and skills, enabling participants to move towards independence and permanent accommodation.