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	Quartz and peridot dangle earrings Seasonal Bloom (Thailand) Colorful gemstone beads form a delightful diamond in modern earrings by Anusara. Crafted by hand, they combine green and yellow quartz with peridot accents. .925 Sterling silver hooks.
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Art glass jewelry set Seasonal Abstract (Mexico) Demonstrating their mastery of the dichroic glass technique, Debora and Marco create pieces with mesmerizing colors. The pendant and earrings are set in sterling silver to enhance their radiant allure, and the necklace features a sterling chain. Each jewelry set is meticulously crafted by hand, thus no two will ever be exactly identical in color and pattern. Due to the nature of the procedure, subtle cracks may appear during the cooling process.

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	Garnet and carnelian pendant necklace Seasonal Bloom (Thailand) Colorful gemstone beads form a delightful blossom on a handcrafted necklace by Anusara. Petals of lemon quartz, garnet and carnelian nestle amid glass bead leaves. A single serpentine centers the floral pendant..
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	Garnet and smoky quartz pendant necklace Seasonal Bloom (Thailand) Colorful gemstone beads form a delightful blossom on a handcrafted necklace by Anusara. Petals of tiger's eye, garnet and smoky quartz nestle amid glass bead leaves. A single serpentine centers the floral pendant..
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	Serpentine and peridot pendant necklace Seasonal Bloom (Thailand) Colorful gemstone beads form a delightful blossom on a handcrafted necklace by Anusara. Petals of serpentine, peridot and quartz nestle amid glass bead leaves. A tiger's eye globe centers the floral pendant..
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	Rose quartz and amethyst pendant necklace Seasonal Bloom (Thailand) Colorful gemstone beads form a delightful blossom on a handcrafted necklace by Anusara. Petals of amethyst, quartz and rose quartz nestle amid glass bead leaves. A single globe of tiger's eye centers the floral pendant..
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	Smoky quartz and tigers eye dangle earrings Seasonal Bloom (Thailand) Colorful gemstone beads form a delightful diamond in modern earrings by Anusara. Crafted by hand, they combine smoky quartz and tiger's eye with garnet accents. .925 Sterling silver hooks.
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	Carnelian and garnet dangle earrings Seasonal Bloom (Thailand) Colorful gemstone beads form a delightful diamond in modern earrings by Anusara. Crafted by hand, they combine yellow quartz and carnelian with garnet and tiger's eye accents. .925 Sterling silver hooks.
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	Amethyst and quartz dangle earrings Seasonal Bloom (Thailand) Gemstone beads form a delightful diamond in modern earrings by Anusara. Crafted by hand, they combine quartz and purple amethyst. .925 Sterling silver hooks.
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	Jade and quartz beaded bracelet Seasonal Effects (Thailand) All the colors of the natural world are reflected in this pretty beaded bracelet from Thai artisan Somluck Komolmith. The artisan strings cotton cords with discs of jade and colorful dyed quartz for a harmonious combination. A sliding knot allows the bracelet to be adjusted to a comfortable length..
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Saa paper parasol, 'Raining Elephants' (Thailand) This umbrella features golden elephants, hand-painted on a pink and violet batik-like saa paper background. Nikom creates umbrellas of locally available saa paper, further embellished with bamboo spines and hand-painted with intricate designs. This parasol features designs rooted in the elegance of Thai architecture. Hang it from the ceiling to add a touch of Thailand to any decor, or use it to accessorize cheerful afternoon attire and block the heat of the sun, as in its traditional use.

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	Paper parasol, 'Dragons and Peacocks' (Thailand) Dragons and peacocks dance a mystical dance together on this petite parasol by Nikom. Crafted with a special Chinese paper, the hand-painted parasol is a beautiful decorative accent in any interior...
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	Cotton parasol, 'Blue Thai Empress' (Thailand) Traditional Thai motifs cover a beautiful parasol by Nikom. He works in cotton, creating the silkscreened motifs in golden tones on serene shades of blue...
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	Saa paper parasol, 'Lily Wonderland' (Thailand) Exotic birds soar in a lime green sky, attracted to vibrant lilies. By Nikom, this colorful parasol is crafted of bamboo and handmade saa, or mulberry bark paper...
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'Ashanti Queens' (Ghana) The talented and versatile artist Joseph Kwaw Besoabewie of Ghana presents this original acrylic painting. The abstract composition depicts a row of colorfully clad Ashanti women standing shoulder-to-shoulder in solidarity. The Ashanti are one of Africa's matrilineal societies, in which property rights and succession are determined through the mother's lineage. The confident brushwork and bold colors convey the artist's passion for the subject.

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	'Market Queens' (Ghana) Ghanaian artist Nana K. K. paints a commonplace scene with unique flair in this original acrylic painting. A woman with exaggerated features carries an enormous bowl of tomatoes atop her head, while her market companions carry pots on their heads.
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	Batik art, 'View of Kumasi' (Ghana) Bathed in the golden glow of sunset, clustered houses are radiant in the last light of day. Palm trees tower over homes in an older neighborhood of Kumasi. Working in glowing batik, Samuel Ashong achieves a work of extraordinary beauty. This is a scene captured in the shanty areas of Kumasi, he says.
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	Teak relief panel, 'Divisible Petal' (Thailand) Exuberant sprays of lamduan blossoms intertwine with leaves and swirling vines. The delicate work is sculpted of teakwood; its lacy border is reminiscent of lotus petals. Using only hand tools and his vast imagination, Tay Nontawat carves the piece in three dimensions. The finished sculpture is dried in the sun.
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	Teak relief panel, 'Blossom Prayer' (Thailand) A graceful blossom opens its vibrant petals. Surrounded by curling branches and leaves, this flower resembles a radiant star. Tay Nontawat carves this panel from two pieces of teakwood; he works with manual tools that allow him to achieve sublime detailing. After the wood has dried in the sun, he colors the panel with lacquer paints.
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	Mango wood candleholders, 'Sweet Blossoms' (Thailand) Graceful flowers adorn candleholders shaped of smooth mango wood. Engraved by hand, soft petals conjure sensations of a secret garden...
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	Teak relief panel, 'Magic Lotus' (Thailand) Sunflowers and lamduan blossoms flourish in a magic garden. Radiating around them like a halo, lotus petals are a reverent presence. Tay Nontawat designs this extraordinary panel, carved from two different pieces of teakwood. He works with a chisel and knife to achieve a finely detailed work.
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	Teak relief panel, 'Elephantine Games' (Thailand) A graceful pair of elephant calves dance and play in a magical forest. They push their trunks against each other to measure their strength. The talented Jamras Thapinta carefully carves them from teakwood. He uses manual tools to allow for the richly detailed artistry that embellishes this piece.
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	Teak relief panel, 'Jungle Blossom' (Thailand) Luxuriant jungle vines flourish in stately arabesques. Blooming in the center is a radiant flower with ruffled petals. Tay Nontawat carves this wonderfully detailed relief panel from teakwood. He highlights subtle details in gleaming gilt.
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	Pinewood nativity scene, 'Christmas in El Salvador' (set of 8) (El Salvador) Mary and Joseph find shelter in a traditional house with a red tile roof in El Salvador. An angel accompanies the Holy Family as Mary and Joseph watch over little Jesus. A cow and donkey look on. By members of the God's Seed Cooperative, the colorful nativity scene is crafted of pinewood and painted by hand.
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Teak relief panel, 'Greeting from an Angel' (Thailand) Clasping his hands in an attitude of greeting, a deva (Thai angel) expresses a friendly hello (sawassdee) . In Thailand, devas are beings of exquisite grace and beauty who live in the heaven of sensuous pleasure. They often visit Earth to help and protect humanity, or to bring messages from the gods. Jamras Thapinta creates an exquisite portrait in teakwood.

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	Teak relief panel, 'The Heart is a Flower' (Thailand) Like a majestic medallion, this florid panel exudes stately elegance. The carving is exquisite and detailed to perfection. Jamras Thapinta designs this admirable panel, expertly working with two pieces of prizedteak wood. Because each piece is crafted by hand and kiln dried, slight irregularities in the grain and finish are to be expected.
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	Teak relief panel, 'Heavenly Clouds' (Thailand) I cannot reveal all the techniques I use, for some of them were handed down to me by my late grandfather, says Jamras Thapinta as he presents this captivating panel. Carved by hand of teakwood, the panel features rolling clouds of gold and ruby...
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Cotton parasol, 'Birds and Flowers' (Thailand) An explosion of tropical flora accented with brilliantly colored birds decorates this petite parasol by Nikom. It is painted by hand with bright oils on white cotton that has been stretched over a bamboo frame. Hang the parasol from the ceiling to add a touch of Thai style to the home, or use it to accessorize chic afternoon attire and block the heat of the sun, as in its traditional use. Not to be used as an umbrella in rain.

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Paper parasol, 'Cranes and Trees' (Thailand) Nikom covers this petite parasol with special Chinese paper detailed with cranes and trees, making it a cheerful accessory for a sunny day. Beneath the paper, a handmade bamboo frame creates a sturdy structure. As a treatment for the paper, Nikom pounds persimmon fruits in a gigantic mortar with a pestle, which he leaves to ferment for a month or two. He mixes the fermented fruit with glue, which he then applies to the paper to strengthen it.

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Ornaments, 'Nativity' (set of 4) (Peru) The nativity is imbued with the strength of Andean traditions in this set of four Christmas tree ornaments. Alejandro Chavez handcrafts four versions including a retablo inspired by classic altarpieces, and a chullo, a Peruvian hat traditionally worn by children. A house and a hut complement the set and each features a detailed characterization of the Holy Family..

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	'Silver Bo Tree with Lions' (Thailand) Fierce and loyal, silver lions guard a blossoming bhodi (bo) tree. It is also known as the enlightened tree, for it is said Buddha achieved enlightenment while meditating beneath one. Painting with acrylics, Parinya Nanjai creates a composition of admirable artistry that is framed with rain tree wood..
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	Ornaments, 'Joyful Bells' (set of 3) (Peru) Tiny yellow roses adorn three delightful ornaments by Margarita and Martha. Working with colorful ribbons that emulate handloomed textiles, they create a trio of joyful bells...
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	'Golden Bo Tree with Lions' (Thailand) Fierce and loyal, golden lions guard a blossoming bhodi (bo) tree. It is also known as the enlightened tree, for it is said Buddha achieved enlightenment while meditating beneath one. Painting with acrylics, Parinya Nanjai creates a composition of admirable artistry that is framed with rain tree wood..
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	Ceramic nativity scene, 'San Juan Nativity' (set of 13) (Guatemala) By Jose Arriola, this nativity scene depicts the Holy Family, angels and shepherds in the traditional weavings of San Juan Sacatepequez. Crafted and painted by hand, the sculptures include a donkey, a gentle cow and two fluffy sheep...
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	Wood tambora drum, 'Woman Warrior' (Ghana) A hollow tambora drum takes the shape of a woman, eloquently carved from sese wood by Salihu Ibrahim. This drum is used by the Dan tribe from Liberia, he says. It can be played from the small space where the sticks are placed or from the big space in front, each creating a different sound. This is not an ordinary drum.
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	Ceramic nativity scene, 'Saint Thomas' (set of 13) (Guatemala) By Jose Arriola, this charming nativity scene depicts the Holy Family, angels and shepherds in the traditional weavings of Santo Tomas Chichicastenango. Crafted and painted by hand, they are accompanied by a donkey, a gentle cow and two fluffy sheep...
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	Ceramic ornaments, 'Jacarini Finch' (pair) (Guatemala) Shaped by hand and meticulously hand painted, the jacarini finch becomes a pair of ornaments. Guatemala's Mario Rodenas shares his love of birds through his family's ancestral art form. They arrive in a colorful cotton bag that evokes Guatemala's famous handloomed fabrics..
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	Ornaments, 'Candy Cane Guitars' (pair) (Peru) An exquisite duo of tree ornaments serenades Christmas with a distinct Andean spirit. Margarita and Martha craft each one by hand, covering them with bright cotton clothes that dress balsa wood figurines. Each stick features more traditional Peruvian items, such as the charango guitar. The set arrives in a card paper box.
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	Nativity scene, 'Blessed Are Those Who Come' (Peru) Huddled together inside an Andean hut, the Holy Family welcomes the Three Wise Men in an endearing nativity scene by Alejandro Chavez. Each figurine is crafted of plaster of Paris, hand-painted to vivid realism. This work represents the blessed welcome of Baby Jesus, the passion and the love towards the world's redeemer, explains the artist..
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Mirror, 'Fiesta in My Homeland' (Peru) The nativity takes place in an Andean stable and below, herdsmen in traditional Peruvian dress appear with llamas. To the left, a market stall offers hats for sale while carnival masks are sold on the right. Visualized by Alejandro Chavez, the images are portrayed in a novel mirror frame. Known as a retablo, the diorama's intricate hand-shaped figurines are housed in a colorful wood chest.

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	Wool Christmas stocking, 'Holiday Spirit' (India) By Rajesh Gehlot, this delightful Christmas stocking is handcrafted of wool felt. An applique reindeer, bells and pine tree appear as ivory silhouettes on red...
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	Ceramic ornaments, 'Christmas Tree' (set of 6) (Guatemala) Shaped of terracotta and hand painted in bright tropical colors, these festive ornaments depict Christmas trees. Jose Arriola creates a set of six, and each one is different. Poinsettias with distinct stylizations adorn them, and the set of six arrives with a pouch of handloomed cotton..
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	Ceramic sculpture, 'Sweet Nativity' (Peru) Surrounded by blossoming flowers, Mary and Joseph welcome Baby Jesus into their hearts. Colorful birds guard the endearing scene in a sculpture by Alberto Aparicio Canchari. He crafts the ceramic sculpture by hand, carefully painting every detail with experienced finesse..
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	Ceramic nativity scene, 'Chichicastenango' (set of 12) (Guatemala) By Jose Arriola, this charming nativity scene depicts the Holy Family, angels and the Three Kings wearing the traditional weavings of Chichicastenango. Crafted and painted by hand, they are accompanied by a donkey, a gentle cow and two fluffy sheep...
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Applique Christmas wall hanging, 'Lilac Nativity Scene' (Peru) This star sparkles with many colors as it celebrates the birth of Jesus. The Holy Family, as well as the angel, are dressed in bright Cuzco cloaks as Leonor Quispe brings Peruvian stylizations to this universal story. A llama, donkey and sheep smile as they make part of this endearing nativity scene. Quispe sews and embroiders the applique composition by hand, crafting characters with three-dimensional artistry.

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	Ornaments, 'Christmas Stockings' (set of 12) (Peru) Diminutive ceramic dolls in Andean dress fill colorful Christmas stockings. Margarita and Martha create a dozen delightful ornaments of straw, yarn and ribbon. These represent Peru, the creative women say..
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	Celadon ceramic nativity scene, 'Blue Thai Christmas' (set of 10) (Thailand) Celebrating the first Christmas in Thailand, Mary and Joseph welcome the magi, who bring gifts to the Christ child. Shepherds, a sheep and a cow accompany the Holy Family. Duangkamol crafts this elegant ten-piece nativity scene of deep blue celadon ceramic..
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	Ornaments, 'Lavish Celebrations ' (set of 4) (India) Syed Izaz Hussein welcomes the holiday season with lavishly painted ornaments. Each is crafted by hand with exquisite detail, in gold over maroon and black...
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	Ceramic nativity scene, 'Born to Chancay' (set of 9) (Peru) Peru's cultural syncretism inspires the beautiful ceramic art of Alberto Aparicio Canchari. He characterizes the Holy Family and the Three Kings according to the customs of the Chancay people. The Chancay culture flourished in central Peru between 1200 and 1470 A.D.
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Beaded ornaments, 'Kolkata Jewel' (set of 3) (India) Dinesh designs glistening ornaments inspired by India's Mughal era. The ornaments recall the kalgi worn by Maharajas on the front of their turbans. In shades of rose and brown, the three hand-crafted ornaments feature golden, silver and copper zardozi embroidery with glistening accents and faux pearls. Backed with velvet, the ornaments hang from pink and silver loops and arrive in a handsome pouch.

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