yard decoration

Embracing the melody of nature, this unique wind chime from Bali is designed by Trisna Dewi. She crafts the bar by hand-carving patterns into bamboo. Aluminum chimes dangle from the body, which features an agel grass cord for hanging.

Slumbering peacefully, a man wearing a sombrero is depicted in this figurine by Mexican artisan Juana Ponce. She crafts the figurine from ceramic, featuring hand-painted designs and colorful floral motifs in the traditional style of Talavera handicrafts.

Working near Singaraja, in the mountainous northern region of Bali, artisans collect naturally fallen branches and glean wood from the local coffee plantations to fashion these delicate, colorful wind chimes. Once the reclaimed wood — teak and coffee — is gathered, each piece is sorted by size and color before being hand-shaped and strung with pieces of cut glass. Dazzling in the sunlight, the resulting rainbow chime is a gorgeous example of nature-inspired design. Each piece will vary slightly, due to the natural variations of the wood.

Painted by hand in warm, happy colors this pony is born of prehistoric cave art. J. Blas sculpts the gently curving silhouette from sheet iron. Designed for wall display, it is a beautiful addition to any setting.

Armenia's Armine Aghajanyan designs this alluring burgundy silk scarf with splendid hand-painted floral patterns in a gold shade that pay homage to her homeland’s ancient ornamental arts. Blending fashion and tradition, her designs always showcase patterns taken from flower-decorated handicrafts and from cross-stones, which are monuments found in Armenian churches' yards. By doing so, Armine breathes new life into her country’s classic artistic themes while also creating stylish, elegant accessories for women.

Rich earth tones combine with soft, sturdy nylon in a hammock that is as handsome as it is comfortable. Maya Artists of the Yucatan follow time-honored traditions to hand-weave this piece.

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.

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

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.

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.

A sandy hue evokes the tranquil moods of an isolated beach, as Yucatan artists present this distinguished hammock swing. Woven by hand from 100% cotton, the sturdy design reflects the unmatched perfection of Mexican craftsmanship. Featuring a sturdy rod of pinewood, this piece makes an appreciated addition to the front porch or backyard. Intended for one person.

Bright yellow and warm brown are woven into a hammock that promises sweet slumber. From Brazil's Hammock Artisans of Ceará, the cotton hammock is finished by hand with braided details leading to the hanging loops.

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.

Soft threads the color of bronze 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.

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

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.

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.