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Giorgiana and Miloika Penon design this carving board made of teak wood, showing off its beautiful grain, and polishing it with beeswax to give it luster. The board has four grooves in the center and a groove around the border to capture juices, and a circle cutout at one corner for easy handling. The Costa Rican artisans recommend occasionally polishing the wood with any edible oil to maintain a soft sheen.

"I was watching a cooking show and noticed that the cutting board they were using wasn't very functional, so I designed this one instead," confides Teo Hernández. Rectangular with a curved handle and border, the sturdy board is carved from sustainable teak, masterfully highlighting the wood's rich grain.

Inlaid bamboo rings adorn this rectangular photo frame, designed by India's Kamal. With a two-tone look in green and brown, this 4x6 frame makes a charming addition to any home.

The harmonious nature surrounding the Balinese region inspires a delightful piece by artisan Komang Sulaksana. Working with sturdy jempinis wood, Komang recreates the elegance of the island's trees in this jewelry stand, whose branches are perfect for holding rings or bracelets. The design also boasts a natural wood color for a gorgeous look.

Here to inspire you to discover inner peace and embrace your connection with the universe, this suar wood wall relief panel by Eka of Bali is carved with an intricate blooming lotus design around the rim to protect a Sanskrit Om in the center. The letter, too, is embellished with swirling floral motifs, evoking the gentle aura of flowers, fitting for the call to harmony that this panel symbolizes. In Hindu and Buddhist traditions, Om is a mantra used in yoga and other rituals to promote the replenishment of the spirit and body; however, placing this panel on the wall of your home or work space is another excellent way to invite peace into your life.