One of the responsibilities that Cheryl has assumed is leading a class of Haitian women teaching them how to make beaded necklaces. These necklaces are then sold and part of the proceeds are shared with the ladies. This extra income makes it possible for them to support their families.
The interesting thing about the beads on these necklaces is they are made out or old, cut up cereal boxes or other cardboard boxes. The compound generates ample raw materials for the ladies who cut the boxes into small long triangles, cover them with paste and roll them up. After they are dry they are covered with shellac and put on the necklace. The result are beautiful colored beads that look nothing like the boxes in their original form. It is a wonderful cottage industry providing badly needed income.
That is awesome and what a wonderful way to recycle!!! We should adopt this in the US!! :)
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