blessed decor

Crafted from rush fibers found in the blessed landscapes of Huacho, Peru, this gorgeous basket is the perfect complement to a joyous picnic day or tropical decor. Presented by Orlando Vasquez, the design is handwoven with classic techniques and finished with a palette of warm and vibrant hues that also decorate the convenient straps.

Elias Garcia links two open hearts to represent love. Diminutive worry dolls in handwoven apparel stand shoulder to shoulder on a cheerful and unique double wreath; they are crafted by his sister of the Lopez Garcia family. Centering the hearts, a wooden plaque reads "Blessed." This charming design hangs from a golden cord.

According to Maya legend, the sun god gave princess Ixmucane the gift of solving people's problems. With time people started making dolls in Ixmucane's honor and they would tell her their woes, hoping she would solve them through the dolls. Many people whisper to the dolls, then place them under their pillows at night, hoping that the doll will provide a solution as they sleep.

Ornamented with drawings of Bali's traditional fauna, this charming wind chime creates a serene rhythm that will transport you to the paradisical landscapes of this blessed island. Artisan Sindhu Nata unites bamboo pieces and a coconut shell using nylon cords, polishing every piece to enhance the natural brown hue. An albesia wood accent in the middle allows the design to convey a serene sound, which makes it the perfect addition to any space.

New adventures, experiences and memories are arriving to be written in a convenient accessory paying homage to Guatemala. Designer Gaby Briz works side by side with a talented artisan team, creating an exquisite composition of the Santa Catalina Arch and printing it on the cardboard cover of this lined journal. With 100 paper pages for long-term use and a plastic coil binding, the piece features the Spanish expressionGuau! set in bold calligraphy at the front of the design, making a fun nod to this blessed nation's name and the marvelous nature of its cities.