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Artisan Crafted Gifts and Decor From Around the World

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Prices correct at time of writing - subject to change

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Fall in Love'

$49.95 now on sale! $44.96
With innocence and tenderness, a young girl smiles shyly from the past. Teerapat Suwan creates an antique-style portrait in glowing batik to adorn a cheerful tangerine shoulder bag. To create the portrait, he stretches cotton on a frame. The design is painted with a mixture of hot wax and resin, and the piece goes into the dye pot. When the fabric is crumpled into the dying solution, the wax cracks, creating an attractive network of fine lines. The wax is removed and the process is repeated for each color utilized. Suwan uses sodium bicarbonate to achieve an antique effect. Because each piece is crafted individually, there may be slight variations in pattern and color. Hand wash in warm water with mild detergent.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Shy Girl'

$49.95 now on sale! $44.96
With innocence and tenderness, a young girl smiles shyly from the past. Wisarut Suwan creates a traditional-style portrait in batik to adorn a cheerful tangerine shoulder bag. He first stretches cotton on a frame. The design is painted with a mixture of hot wax and resin, and the piece goes into the dye pot. When the fabric is crumpled into the dying solution, the wax cracks, creating an attractive network of fine lines. The wax is removed and the process is repeated for each color utilized. Suwan uses sodium bicarbonate to achieve an antique effect. Because each piece is crafted individually, there may be slight variations in pattern and color. Hand wash in warm water with mild detergent.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Girls in My Memory'

$49.95 now on sale! $44.96
Smiling gently, Thai girls gaze at the viewer with limpid eyes. Teerapat Suwan portrays two lovely ladies who linger in his memory. The images are created in batik with an antique effect to grace a vibrant cotton shoulder bag. Because each portrait is an original work of art, colors and motifs may vary slightly from that pictured.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Pop Art Smile'

$49.95 now on sale! $44.96
Eyes wide open and smiling a coquettish smile, a girl adorns this bag with her sweet image. Her portrait is cleverly executed with batik techniques developed in northern Thailand. Friendly and lively, she adorns this stylish cotton shoulder bag by Teerapat Suwan.

Handbag, 'Royal Sunflower'

$59.95
Sunflowers burst into bloom, each glittering flower depicted in zardozi embroidery. By Ajay Jain, this elegant handbag is handcrafted of black velvet. Garnets, jade and amethyst adorn the purse. Because each bag is individually handcrafted, the pattern and placement of the stones could vary slightly.

Cotton handbag, 'Morning Fire'

$44.95 now on sale! $40.46
This bright red cotton handbag celebrates the legendary elegance of the Lisu hill tribe fashions. Sangrawee designs an intricate applique composition in purple, yellow, and red, which is executed by hand. The lined interior features a zipper pocket. The bag closes with a zipper.

Cotton handbag, 'Blue Crochet'

$57.95
Roseana Rocha selects variegated cotton floss in shades of blue for this design. Crocheted by hand, square medallions are joined to become a delightful handbag. The purse is fully lined, boasts an inner pocket and closes with a satin ribbon drawstring.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Green Daze'

$44.95
Diminutive mirrors shine within a constellation of hand-embroidered stars. Shining in orderly array, they sparkle on quilted green cotton. Artisans of Ennela craft this charming shoulder bag. The tote is fully lined and features two convenient inner pockets with zippers.

Silk shoulder bag, 'Butterfly Sun'

$39.95
The intricate hand-embroidery of the Rabari people adorns a charming shoulder bag of shimmering green silk. Showcasing the traditional textile arts of Kutch, Kala Raksha artisans add mirror applique. The purse features an inner pocket.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Mosaics'

$29.95
Florid mosaics adorn this emerald green cotton shoulder bag from India's Kala Raksha. The embroidered patterns are sewn by hand with the jat technique, creating the images directly on the bag featuring glistening mirror work. Lined with printed patterns, the bag has an inner zipper pocket.

Cotton handbag, 'Exotic Tropic'

$149.95
Brazilian designer Kalina Rameiro recreates the exotic colors of a tropical paradise for this original cotton handbag. Sewn of cotton, the purse features swirling motifs embroidered in wool. The bag is lined and features a sturdy bottom, as well as two small pockets.

Cotton handbag, 'Yellow Cabbie'

$102.95
This trendy handbag is going places. Sewn of cotton, the handbag is shaped like a bright yellow cab featuring colorful tires and crimson windows. The bag is lined and closes with a zipper.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Really Red'

$74.95
Mirror applique distinguishes this colorful shoulder bag. By artisans from Sandur Kushala Kala Kendra, it showcases the traditional hand embroidery of the region. Red cotton forms the bag, wide strap and lining. The purse closes with a drawstring.

Cotton handbag, 'Bali Masks'

$37.95
The color and fantasy behind Balinese masks make their way into this handcrafted bag. Nyoman Wirata selects three bondres masks, which represent cheerful fellows. Used in many traditional dances, bondres masks are designed to personify regular, non-mythical characters. They usually appear at the end of the story, bringing the audience humorous relief. The fourth mask personifies Rangda, queen of witches and symbol of evil. The masks are painted by hand and embellished with glistening beads. They adorn a lined, cotton handbag featuring a pocket inside.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Thai Talisman'

$59.95 now on sale! $53.96
Jakkarin Yakhet calls upon age-old Thai beliefs with a hand-embroidered Maha-oot, a legendary talisman. Meaning "great protection," it is believed that no harm will come to those who wear this powerful mystical symbol. The Maha-oot adorns this Lisu hill tribe shoulder bag. Sewn of cotton, the bag's ample and lined interior features a small zipper pocket, while the main bag closes with a magnetic button.

Cotton handbag, 'Hill Tribe Elegance'

$49.95 now on sale! $44.96
Sangrawee transforms classic hill tribe artistry into a fashionable handbag. She is inspired by Thailand's Lisu artistry as she creates a colorful applique work for the bag's dark green exterior. Sewn of cotton, the bag is lined and features a small pocket.

Cotton handbag, 'Red Dawn'

$44.95 now on sale! $40.46
Sangrawee celebrates the artistic traditions of the Lahu hill tribe with a trendy cotton handbag. Sewn of cotton, the bag's exterior features a precise applique composition similar to traditional Lahu artistry. The lined interior features a zipper pocket. The bag closes with a zipper.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Shaggy Blue Plaid'

$19.95 now on sale! $17.96
A jaunty fringe defines an informal plaid in shades of blue. Jiap Rojjana fashions a casual shoulder bag with contrasting handles. Roomy and practical, the tote is fully lined and features a zipper pocket. It closes with a mango wood button trimmed with tiny aluminum bells.

Leather and cotton handbag, 'Lime Rhythm'

$52.95 now on sale! $47.66
Thailand's legendary textile artistry comes to life in the elegant design of this handbag. Colorful patterns hand-embroidered in cotton recall the uniqueness of hill tribe artistry. They are sewn over hemp creating two practical pockets. Inside, the bag is lined in cotton and features three pockets, one with a zipper. The handles are tooled of fine leather featuring braided accents. Closing with a zipper, the bag is embellished with colorful mango wood beads.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'My Honey'

$49.95 now on sale! $44.96
Delicately drawn in warm batik, this charming lady is inspired by Buddhist temple paintings. An imaginary dream woman, she graces a striking shoulder bag of 100% cotton. To create the portrait, Wisarut Suwan stretches soft fabric to a frame. The design is painted with a mixture of hot wax and resin, and the piece goes into the dye pot. When the cloth is crumpled into the dying solution, the wax cracks, creating an attractive network of fine lines. The wax is removed and the process is repeated for each color utilized. Suwan uses sodium bicarbonate to achieve an antique effect. Hand wash in warm water with mild detergent.

Cotton purse, 'Tribal Pride'

$22.95 now on sale! $20.66
A geometric feast spreads across the cotton cover of this purse, proudly displaying the distinctive art of the Lahu hill tribe. The purse features pockets for coins with a zipper closure, plus other sections for bills. The Lahu people live in Thailand, China, and Myanmar; they have developed a unique form of applique and embroidery work to supplement their community's income.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Purple Lotus'

$39.95 now on sale! $35.96
Appliqued on purple panels, lotus leaves point in four directions. Anchalika Chamnan adapts hill tribe design motifs to this colorful shoulder bag. A front pocket zips closed while lateral pockets hold a cell phone. Chamnan works in a black cotton blend.

Cotton handbag, 'Smiling Sun'

$37.95
A smiling sun radiates colorful elegance in a design by Nyoman Wirata. The hand-painted motif adorns each side of the cotton bag, and it is accentuated with bright glistening beads. The interior is lined, features a small pocket, and closes with a zipper.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Geometry on Black'

$39.95 now on sale! $35.96
Geometric motifs cover a black cotton tote. With its vividly contrasting embroidery in red, brown and pastels, this shoulder bag from Ampai Rungsrisookjit shows the textile expertise of the Lahu hill tribe. Lahu women have improved their weaving skills on back straps and on foot looms e their work is distinguished by having the pattern solely appear on one side of the cloth.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Forest Cheer'

$29.95
Green stitching on emerald cotton gives a quilted effect to this colorful shoulder bag. Adorned with white beads, the tote is further embellished with hand embroidery. Artisans of Ennela add mirror applique and five handy inner pockets, one with zipper.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Geometry of Life'

$39.95 now on sale! $35.96
Geometric motifs cover a black cotton tote. With its vividly contrasting embroidery in red, brown and pastels, this shoulder bag from Ampai Rungsrisookjit shows the textile expertise of the Lahu hill tribe. Lahu women have improved their weaving skills on back straps and on foot looms e their work is distinguished by having the pattern solely appear on one side of the cloth.

Leather and cotton handbag, 'Forest Rhythm'

$47.95 now on sale! $43.16
Thailand's legendary textile artistry comes to life in the elegant design of this handbag. Colorful patterns hand-embroidered in cotton recall the uniqueness of hill tribe artistry. They are sewn over hemp creating two practical pockets. Inside, the bag is lined in cotton and features three pockets, one with a zipper. The handles are tooled of fine leather featuring braided accents. Closing with a zipper, the bag is embellished with colorful mango wood beads.

Leather and cotton shoulder bag, 'Impressive Brown'

$54.95 now on sale! $49.46
Classic Thai weaves in cotton decorate this versatile shoulder bag by designer Chirada. She sews them over hemp to create two practical pockets. The bag is lined in cotton and features three pockets, one with a zipper. The strap is tooled of fine leather and can be adjusted to the desired length with a brass buckle. Closing with a zipper, the bag is embellished with colorful mango wood beads.

Cotton handbag, 'Copper Autumn'

$39.95 now on sale! $35.96
Autumn leaves turn into copper treasures inspiring the design of this handbag. Alaya Cholprasertsuk sews the cotton bag featuring applique leaves, a different pattern on either side. The lined interior features a small pocket that closes with a zipper, while the bag closes with a magnetic button. Rich brown handles make for a harmonious contrast to the bag's ivory background.

Leather and cotton shoulder bag, 'The Color of Life'

$104.95 now on sale! $94.46
Thailand's Chirada finds inspiration in hill tribe textile artistry for the design of this unique shoulder bag. The colorful patterns are embroidered by hand in cotton along the bag and strap. They are set in quality leather in two tones, black and brown. Inside, the bag is lined in cotton and features two pockets, one with a zipper. Adorned with reconstituted turquoise, leather knots and a bell, the bag stands on brass studs surrounded by hemp.

Leather and cotton handbag, 'Innovations'

$57.95 now on sale! $52.16
Chirada masterfully combines past and present styles for the exquisite design of this handbag. Sleek leather handles that are braided at the start are trendy and chic, while hand-embroidered patterns in cotton recall Thai hill tribe artistry. The bag is sewn of hemp with a cotton lining and three internal pockets, one with a zipper. Two practical pockets on the exterior complete the versatile allure of this handbag, which is adorned with colorful mango wood beads.

Cotton sling bag, 'Infinite Happiness'

$26.99
Embroidered hill tribe motifs reveal the legendary textile traditions of the Akha people. The patterns cover a generous front pocket on a cotton sling tote. By Jiap Rojjana, the bag is fully lined and an inner pocket with zipper keeps small items handy. Golden cords and rain tree wood beads adorn the strap, and both the outer pocket and the purse close with coconut shell buttons. Because each is an individual work of embroidery art, colors and motifs may vary slightly according to the artisan's inspiration.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Splendid Herself'

$49.95 now on sale! $44.96
A splendid young woman offers a shy smile. Sao lanna, or "Lanna girls," are said to be the most beautiful girls in Thailand, praised for their delicate manners and charming smiles. Wisarut Suwan portrays her in batik on an attractive shoulder bag. To create the portrait, Wisarut Suwan stretches cotton on a frame. The design is painted with a mixture of hot wax and resin, and the piece goes into the dye pot. When the fabric is crumpled into the dying solution, the wax cracks, creating an attractive network of fine lines. The wax is removed and the process is repeated for each color utilized. Because each piece is crafted individually, there may be slight variations in pattern and color. 100% cotton. Hand wash in warm water with mild detergent.

Cotton batik handbag, 'African Forest'

$47.95
Yaw Abora Asante works in cotton batik to create bright motifs with an African flair. Forest ferns and woven patterns adorn this casual handbag. Fully lined, it features an inner pocket that zips closed, decorative zipper trim and handles of sapele wood.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Vibrant Tease'

$19.95
A colorful grid resonates with vibrant energy in a hand-loomed shoulder bag. UMBVS Desert Weavers of India proudly presents the cotton shoulder bag as a prime example of the blend between modern artistry and classic weaving techniques. Lined in cotton, the bag features an inner zipper pocket, while the main bag closes with a mango wood button.

Leather and cotton shoulder bag, 'Impressive Yellow'

$57.95 now on sale! $52.16
Classic Thai weaves in cotton decorate this versatile shoulder bag by designer Chirada. She sews them over hemp to create two practical pockets. The bag is lined in cotton and features three pockets, one with a zipper. The strap is tooled of fine leather and can be adjusted to the desired length with a brass buckle. Closing with a zipper, the bag is embellished with colorful mango wood beads.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Hypnotic Poppy'

$39.95 now on sale! $35.96
Hypnotic and elegant, this handbag by Anchalika Chamnan recalls the distinct art of the Hmong hill tribe. Throughout the centuries, the Hmong people have supported themselves through the cultivation of opium poppy; now people are turning away from this activity and replacing it with a sublime needlework to supplement their income. The cotton bag is lined and has a small pocket inside. The bag also features an adjustable strap, and a zipper closure.

Leather and cotton handbag, 'Natural Rhythm'

$52.95 now on sale! $47.66
Thailand's legendary textile artistry comes to life in the elegant design of this handbag. Colorful patterns hand-embroidered in cotton recall the uniqueness of hill tribe artistry. They are sewn over hemp creating two practical pockets. Inside, the bag is lined in cotton and features three pockets, one with a zipper. The handles are tooled of fine leather featuring braided accents. Closing with a zipper, the bag is embellished with colorful mango wood beads.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Nature is Flowers'

$59.95 now on sale! $53.96
Wild orchids bloom joyously on one side of a shoulder bag while the other features an elephant filled with flowers. Working in silkscreen on cotton, Thanyarat Sananpanich crafts a beautiful and versatile tote.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Naga, Mighty Dragon'

$58.99
Powerful and mighty, Naga the snake-dragon appears in a blaze of glory. According to the Hindu and Buddhist faiths, Naga is said to protect Earth and make lands fertile. Yet there is also a dark side to Naga, for he may choose to flood the fields. Jakkarin Yakhet invokes the mystical creature with hand-embroidered finesse. It adorns a cotton shoulder bag shaped like the traditional sling bag of the Lisu hill tribe. The lined, ample interior features a small zipper pocket, while the main bag closes with a magnetic button.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Dreaming of Flowers'

$62.99
Florid trees twinkle in the night as they blossom with spectacular beauty in a hand-embroidered fantasy. For Jakkarin Yakhet, they appear as if in a dream to decorate this cotton shoulder bag. Shaped like a traditional Lisu hill tribe sling bag, it features a lined interior with a small pocket. The bag closes with a magnetic button.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Confetti'

$27.95
Color runs rampant in this extravagant cotton handbag. Mirror applique and hand embroidery cover a red confetti print and tassels trim the bottom. By artisans from Sandur Kushala Kala Kendra, the cheerful shoulder bag is fully lined.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Hill Tribe Carnival'

$19.95 now on sale! $17.96
Brilliant color evokes a carnival as artisans from Thai Tribal Crafts celebrate their textile legacy. They work in forest green cotton and add applique from the Akha people. Embroidery completes a vivid and versatile shoulder bag. Lined in cotton and silk, it features an inner pocket and outer pockets on each side.

Cotton hobo bag, 'Solidaster Carnival'

$74.95
Solidasters blossom in shades of red, white and pink in the vibrant design of this hobo bag. The florid composition is printed with batik techniques on cotton in a style reminiscent of Japanese kimonos. "In Japan, we call this type of cotton yukata, and we use it for the summer kimonos," explains Hiroko. Trimmed with leather, the bag is lined and has three inner pockets, one closing with a zipper.

Leather and cotton handbag, 'Earth Riches'

$87.95 now on sale! $79.16
Chirada combines natural materials with legendary Thai artistries for the extraordinary design of this hemp handbag. The front features two pockets and a central parting that are embroidered by hand of cotton. Their colorful patterns are inspired by hill tribe textiles. The back features a sedge weave divided into two more pockets. Inside, the bag is lined in cotton and has three pockets, one with a zipper. Quality leather handles in brown exude trendy elegance. The bag closes with a brass bell shaped like a button.

Cotton batik handbag, 'Savannah'

$47.95
Dark shadows sweep across the African savannah, conjured in cool green and rich, warm brown. Created in batik on cotton, they grace a handsome shoulder bag. Yaw Abora Asante crafts the fully lined purse with an inner pocket and drawstring closure.

Cotton tote bag, 'My Village'

$39.95 now on sale! $35.96
Hand embroidery depicts a fanciful plant on dark peach cotton. By artisans of Kala Raksha, this handbag is a contemporary example of traditional textile arts from Kutch. Beadwork and mirror applique enhance the bag, and the lining motifs are created with the block print technique. The tote features a convenient inner pocket.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Bluebonnet'

$47.95
Luciana Santabaia evokes a bluebonnet with this charming cotton tote. Created in shades of blue, it features a single lovely blossom. The generous shoulder bag provides an inner pocket and comfortable straps.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Casual Blue'

$20.99
Jaunty fringe defines an informal plaid in shades of blue. Jiap Rojjana fashions a casual shoulder bag with a black strap. Roomy and practical, the tote is fully lined and features a zipper pocket inside. It closes with a mango wood button trimmed with aluminum bells.

Leather and cotton handbag, 'Hill Tribe Chic in Brown'

$59.95 now on sale! $53.96
Chirada designs a colorful handbag that is uniquely versatile as it features two external pockets and three inside, one that closes with a zipper. The hemp bag features colorful hill tribe patterns embroidered by hand in cotton, as well as quality leather handles. Chirada completes her design with dangling mango wood beads.

Cotton shoulder bag, 'Modern Flowers'

$159.95
A florid patchwork gives shape to this original shoulder bag by Brazilian designer Kalina Rameiro. The bag is sewn of cotton and features two pockets in the lined interior. A long shoulder strap enhances the versatile allure of this trendy bag. Closes with two magnetic buttons.

Leather and cotton handbag, 'Berry Rhythm'

$47.95 now on sale! $43.16
Thailand's legendary textile artistry comes to life in the elegant design of this handbag. Colorful patterns hand-embroidered in cotton recall the uniqueness of hill tribe artistry. They are sewn over hemp creating two practical pockets. Inside, the bag is lined in cotton and features three pockets, one with a zipper. The handles are tooled of fine leather featuring braided accents. Closing with a zipper, the bag is embellished with colorful mango wood beads.

Leather and cotton handbag, 'Chocolate Brown'

$57.95 now on sale! $52.16
Designer Chirada transforms classic Thai textile patterns woven or embroidered in cotton into the practical pockets of this trendy handbag. Sewn of hemp, the bag is lined in cotton and features three pockets, one with a zipper. The handles are tooled of fine leather featuring braided accents. Closing with a zipper, the bag is embellished with colorful mango wood beads.

Cotton handbag, 'Flirting Fish'

$29.95
This denim handbag contains everything that is rich about Balinese artistry. Colors are alive as they give form to a fish; its scales and fins marked by glistening beads. Designed by Nyoman Wirata, the handcrafted bag is lined, has a pocket on the inside, and closes with a zipper.

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