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The tortilla plays a central role in Central and North American cuisine having first originated in prehistoric Mexico, but today enjoys an increasing presence and high popularity in other cultures. Specializing in handmade kitchen accents, Zapotec community member Olga Jimenez weaves this ultramarine blue cotton tortilla warmer on the backstrap loom just as her ancestors have done since the 1500s. Use this warmer to heat tortillas in the microwave, improving their taste and flexibility for preparations such as tacos or burritos.

Treat your loved ones to the wonders of India with NOVICA's handpicked accessories, elegantly presented in a gift set that promises delight. Flowers blossom with ethereal grace in a shawl of sophisticated allure, exquisitely woven on a jacquard loom with authentic Banarasi silk and finished with delicate fringes on the edges. Bold paisley motifs in fuchsia, turquoise, scarlet and teal circumnavigate a gorgeous shoulder bag further embellished with leaf patterns in golden brocade, boasting a zippered closure and a fully lined interior revealing a zippered pocket. Finally, a decoupage journal with 48 pages of handmade paper features screen-printed motifs of lovely sparrows on the front and an antique postcard on the back, trimmed with olive green cotton and complete with a tie closure.

Bursting with life, these cotton placemats showcase the vibrant artistry of Guatemala’s San Antonio Palopo Cooperative. Handwoven with bold, colorful stripes and playful fringes, they transform any dining table into a celebration. The four matching napkins complete this festive set, bringing the authentic spirit of traditional Guatemalan craftsmanship directly to your home.

With an authentic talent for wool and suede handbags and accessories, Peruvian designer Lida Evaristo creates this dapper cosmetic bag set, ideal for any trip. The three accessories are made in complementary sizes, allowing you to keep each type of item in a separate space. In addition to their elegant palette of black, white, yellow and turquoise hues, each piece features a suede strap, Inca motifs and a polyester-lined interior closing with a zipper.