handmade gifts

Irises grace the front cover of this personal journal, their image themed as a postcard whose message is featured on the back cover. From Asha Prabha, the imagery is replicated through screen printing techniques with an antiqued illusion. The 48-page journal is crafted with handmade paper and trimmed with olive green cotton, including the ribbon.

A sapphire peacock of golden wings and an emerald and sapphire tail is the proud national bird of India. It graces the cover of this handcrafted journal, whose back cover replicates an ancient postcard with a court stamp paper and immigration stamp. The screen printed images are bordered by olive green cotton, including the ribbon. From Asha Prabha, the journal features 48 pages of blank handmade paper.

Blossoming everywhere, roses fill the senses with their color and fragrance on a summer afternoon. Ana Maria Gonzalez crafts a decoupage jewelry box of enchanting beauty, trimmed with gilt. It opens to reveal a mirror inside the lid.

Three mighty elephants march in circles to guard six hand-carved coasters. Centered with roses, they come from Indian artist Gulam Rasool's expertise.

"One of the customs we have inherited from our Maya ancestors is to give thanks to Ajaw or God every morning when we wake up and before we eat. We do it by crossing our hands over our heart and bowing, and we also use this gesture to greet our elders," says Jose Canil Ramos as he explains his inspiration. "That's how I came up with the idea of crafting a kneeling angel expressing gratitude the same way we do." Canil carves the sculpture from local pinewood and paints it with vivid detail.

A kingfisher and a blossoming flower appear in the midst of a text, seemingly interrupting the free-flow of ideas with a beauty that garners admiration. The back of the handcrafted journal replicates an ancient postcard. The screen printed images are bordered by olive green cotton, including the ribbon. From Asha Prabha, the journal features 48 pages of blank handmade paper.

Asha Prabha is inspired by the legendary Madhubani paintings for the design of this journal. She replicates traditional motifs such as fish, birds, and flowers with screen printing techniques. Trimmed with emerald green cotton, the journal features 46 blank handmade paper pages.

A parade of elephants fills this mug with Thai charm. By Duangkamol, the mug is crafted by hand with ceramic techniques with the elephants in low relief. The light blue mug features a crackled glazed finish that distinguishes the millenary art of celadon.

Duangkamol takes her inspiration from the exotic beauty of the vanda orchid for the design of this small salad plate. Featuring a turquoise blue glazed finish, the plate is crafted with millenary celadon ceramic techniques.

Soft cotton threads are patiently hand-woven into a spacious hammock. Utilizing ancestral techniques, skilled artisans create this beautiful work and adorn its edges with long fringe, crocheted and knotted by hand. From Maya Artists of the Yucatan, its twin stretchers are carved from pinewood.

Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother, due to the comfortable manner in which the body is held and swung within its cradle. Maya Artists of the Yucatan seek to preserve time-honored customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Maya hammock. For them, the hammock is a work of art. Their hammocks are incredibly comfortable, easy to maintain, and may be stored just about anywhere.

It easily packs for travel to the beach or lake. Extender ropes (measuring 1 meter), hammock hooks ("S" hooks), and step-by-step instructions included for easy installation.

Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in color from those shown in the images.

NOTE: Because each is woven individually by hand, measurements may vary by as much as ten centimeters. There may be slight color variations from hammock to hammock.

Wisps of delicate blue trace gentle paths across a vase by artisans from the Cooperative of Cantel. Crafted by hand with the blown glass technique, the vase receives an opaque sand-like texture.

Because each piece is handmade, shape and size can vary slightly and tiny bubbles may appear within the glass. This exemplifies the hand-blown technique, making every piece a unique example of blown glass craftsmanship.

Cast a welcoming glow in your go-to spot, creating a festive atmosphere throughout the holidays and every day, with this captivating tealight holder fashioned as a majestic reindeer. Thoughtfully handmade from iron, Thai artisan Narakorn Wongnitkorn’s marvelous creation features an appealing combination of red and white shades complemented by a unique antique finish. With a glass cup and a single tealight, this enchanting accessory imparts a comforting warmth and unparalleled charm to your home.