I travel the world in search of gifts. These are my top 10 for mothers.

1. So luxurious her eyes will well up (with tears of love!). I brought this home for myself recently, and so wish I could order another for my dear mom, who sadly passed away. I promise yours will treasure this scarf forever. It’s overwhelmingly gorgeous. Tactile. Sumptuous. And so well made. “Java Sea” hand-painted batik silk scarf from Indonesia. At NOVICA $61.74 (retail value $110.95).

2. Emotional … from the legendary Silk Road region. If your mom treasures keepsakes, she will love safekeeping them in this intricately hand-painted jewelry box from Uzbekistan. The artisan explained that visions of the Garden of Eden inspired the name of this box: “Luxury Eden.” At NOVICA $107.99 (retail value $204.95).

3. These Peruvian flowers won’t wilt. One year mom asked me to stop sending flowers. She couldn’t bear to see my gifts fade and wilt. She was so happy when I began sending lasting gifts instead. This hand-painted. “Spring Flowers” decorative vase from Peru is a perfect alternative to fresh flowers. And it will remind Mom of your love year-round. She’ll smile whenever she sees it, wherever she displays it. At NOVICA: $34.99 (retail value $46.95).

4. Environmentally conscious moms will love these. Next time Mom pours refreshments, she’ll enjoy telling her guests the story behind this “Oceanic Depths” pair of hand-blown glasses. We found these at an artisans’ cooperative in Guatemala — one that focuses exclusively on repurposing / recycling / transforming glass. Each of these is a unique work of art. Oceanic Depths is a great name, too, isn’t it? A perfect mother’s day sentiment. At NOVICA: $47.99 (retail value $73.95).

5. Embrace her year-round with Kashmiri warmth. Oh my gosh, wait until you feel this featherweight “Kashmir Dreams” handwoven wool shawl. A few years ago I bought one like it for Mom. She said she felt “wrapped up in love and warmth.” Your Mom will enjoy dressing up with this shawl just as much as she’ll enjoy draping it across herself while lounging on the couch, thinking of you. At NOVICA $79.99 (retail value $136.95).

6. Hearts say it all — and earrings are a sure thing. I’m loving these “Harmonious Hearts” sterling silver hearts inlaid with chalcedony gemstones. Aren’t they lovely? A perfect combination. Chalcedony is believed to absorb negative energy, bringing mind and body into harmony, and supposedly it possesses nurturing powers. Anyone who’s made it to motherhood definitely needs an extra dose of all that! Above all, these are absolutely gorgeous earrings, meticulously handcrafted, sentimental in nature, beautifully gift wrapped — and your purchase helps change the world for the better through fair trade. Mom will love knowing that part, too. What could be better?! At NOVICA $59.99 (retail value $87.95).

7. Mom will keep this where she sees it every day. And she’ll gaze at this statuette adoringly every time she walks by. Isn’t it gorgeous? “Mother’s True Love” is handcarved in Bali from a single piece of sustainable suar wood. It is signed underneath by the artist. Such a perfect representation of motherhood. I find this sculpture’s gracefulness reassuring and inspiring, don’t you? $79.95 at NOVICA.

8. If your mother loves teatime, buy her this. I’ve seen some gorgeously unique handmade tea sets of all shapes and sizes, all over the world. This year, the “Hibiscus Leaves” tea service from The Island of the Gods really stands out for its simple elegance and meaning. Historically, Hindus believe hibiscus is auspicious — representing devotion and purity. And of course the hibiscus emoji has come to mean all things beautiful. Perhaps mention both contexts in your Mother’s Day card, along with your own personal sentiments. At NOVICA $137.95 (retail value $119.99).

9. I loved twinning with my mom. Do you ever do that? Especially if your mom appreciates a Bohemian vibe, she’ll love sharing this set of mother-daughter friendship bracelets with you, helping keep you both connected across the miles. Of all the friendship bracelets I’ve seen, “Always Connected” is my favorite pair this year. Handmade by a wonderful artisan-designer in Guatemala. At NOVICA $39.99 (retail value $65.95).

10. Ask her to write about it. From India, this uniquely gorgeous “Message in Song” leather journal really caught my eye. I gifted a different journal to Mom in her later years, asking her to please share some personal sentiments (she didn’t tend to express her innermost thoughts). I didn’t think Mom ever wrote in it, but after she passed, I flipped through it to discover some truly meaningful memories she’d begun to jot down. Such an important gift for me now. I wish I’d given it to Mom sooner, so every page might have been filled. Seize the day! Now’s the time. At NOVICA $39.99 (retail value $53.95).