Holiday Decor - Holiday Ornaments
Artisan Crafted Gifts and Decor From Around the World

Ceramic ornaments, 'Christmas Eggs' (set of 3) $24.95 Shaped like a hornbill's egg, these ornaments are embellished with diagonal lines spiraling on one side. Samuel Lovi crafts each piece in ceramic according to traditional techniques. Then the eggs are painted to achieve an aged appearance. A rafia hoop and a beaded accent imbues this set with distinct African charm.

Ceramic ornaments, 'Red Christmas Stars' (set of 6) $29.95 Magdalena Ayme forms niches in brilliant red stars to house the Holy Family, their donkey and a cow. Shaped by hand of ceramic plaster, both the stars and the tiny figurines are carefully painted in great detail. The set of six makes an original and beautiful addition to a collection of heirloom ornaments.

Mate gourd ornaments, 'Ethnic Art' (set of 5) $29.95 Pre-Hispanic motifs combine with dots, stripes and swirls. Roceo Devila transforms five dried mate gourds into decorative accents with ethnic appeal. Hanging from cord loops, they bring Andean tradition to any setting. Because each unique piece is handcrafted from natural gourds, please expect slight variations in shape, size and motifs.

Wood ornaments, 'Angels' (set of 3) $29.95 Hovering on bright wings, three beautiful angels fold their hands in prayer. Made Sarna carves the images from albesia wood and meticulously paints them by hand. They arrive in a gift box. The wings detach for storage.

Wood ornaments, 'Christmas Magic' (set of 4) $29.95 Inspired by Christmas magic, Made Sarna creates a set of four original ornaments. The snowman boasts a bright red heart while angels in blue appear in the sky. Carefully carved of albesia wood, the quartet is painted by hand in bright Christmas colors and arrives in a gift box.

Ornaments, 'Dogs and Cats' (set of 6) $29.95 Fat red tabbies smile and purr while beagles and dalmatians wag cheerfully. Embroidered by hand and adorned with beadwork, the six cheerful ornaments come from Parvez A. Warsi.

Beadwork ornaments, 'Sparkling Petals' (set of 12) $22.95 Sparkling petals embellished with sequins surround the beadwork flowers. Parvez A. Warsi crafts a dozen colorful blossoms on golden cords. The set of 12 heirloom ornaments is handcrafted with traditional techniques.

Ornaments, 'Christmas Wish' (set of 3) $34.95 An exquisite trio of tree ornaments celebrates Christmas with a distinct Andean spirit. Margarita and Martha craft each one by hand, covering them with bright cotton clothes that dress wool figurines. Each stick features more traditional Peruvian items, such as the quena panpipe. The set arrives in a card paper box.

Ornaments, 'Candy Canes' (set of 3) $34.95 Tiny Andean musicians adorn these ornaments by Margarita and Martha. Wrapped with colorful ribbons that emulate handloomed textiles, the bright candy canes feature diminutive dolls, zampoea panpipes crafted of reed and ribbon poinsettias.

Natural fiber ornaments, 'Pink Java Angels' (set of 4) $22.95 Four Javanese angels celebrate nature's gifts dressed in bright green costumes. Woven by hand, they are crafted of bamboo, screw pine, water hyacinth and agel grass. Palm leaf and tamanu, the fruit of the beauty leaf tree, adorn this set of ornaments by Dwi Astuti and Kusbudiyanto. Coconut shell buttons complete their elegant attires. Because each is individually crafted of natural fibers, colors and motifs may vary slightly.

Wood ornaments, 'Priests' (set of 3) $27.95 Daniel Nyadedzor takes his inspiration from the Bible for these charming Christmas ornaments. The passage tells how Mary and Joseph brought little Jesus to the temple to receive Simon's blessing. "I thought of the ancient priests and how they looked, and then carved these faces," Nyadedzor says. Because each ornament is individually carved and painted by hand, the features may vary slightly from those pictured.

Ornaments, 'Andean Pompoms' (set of 8) $29.95 Traditional Andean costumes inspire this colorful set of ornaments from Mercedes Benavides. Crafted by hand, they resemble the pompoms worn by women of Huancavelica on their hair, clothes, and shoes. The set includes eight bright pompoms.

Beaded ornaments, 'Floral Heart' (set of 5) $19.95 Dazzling golden hearts whisper of love. Covered with glittering zardozi embroidery, beadwork and diminutive flowers, the handcrafted ornaments are luxurious. Parvez A. Warsi designs the beautiful set of five to showcase traditional Indian arts. Warsi includes a drawstring pouch; its colors may vary.

Cedar ornaments, 'African Champions' (set of 4) $39.95 Champions of ecological harmony, a giraffe, a camel, a hippo and an elephant journey throughout the African continent. They inspire master carver Flaviano Gonzales to sculpt their images in cedar wood with expressive detail. The ornaments hang from waxed cotton strings.

Cotton ornaments, 'Red Christmas Carol' (set of 12) $39.95 Nestled in red bows, celebrants sing Christmas carols. The ribbons emulate ancient Inca textiles while traditional instruments evoke Andean melodies. Margarita and Martha craft a set of twelve original ornaments. "When you hang these from your tree, mantel or wall, try to feel the warmth and friendship of our people," they say.

Cotton ornaments, 'Red Musical Wreath' (set of 6) $39.95 Miniature zampoea panpipes bring their soft tones to Christmas carols, sung by ceramic people in traditional dress. They center cedar wreaths wrapped in handloomed-style ribbons. "Andean cultures are very expressive with their music," say Margarita and Martha of these delightful ornaments. "These wreaths transmit our feelings about Christmas."

Wool ornaments, 'Rainbow Christmas Carol' (large, set of 6) $39.95 Nestled in bows, celebrants sing Christmas carols. The ribbons emulate ancient Inca textiles while traditional instruments evoke Andean melodies. Margarita and Martha craft a set of six original ornaments. "When you hang these from your tree, mantel or wall, try to feel the warmth and friendship of our people," they say.

Cotton ornaments, 'Musical Wreaths' (set of 6) $39.95 Miniature zampoea panpipes and quena flutes bring their soft tones to Christmas carols, sung by ceramic people in traditional dress. They center colorful wreaths wrapped in handloomed-style ribbons. "Andean cultures are very expressive with their music," say Margarita and Martha of these delightful ornaments. "These wreaths transmit our feelings about Christmas."

Cotton ornaments, 'Red Christmas Balloons' (set of 3) $39.95 Enjoying the view from the sky, people shout greetings to those below. Margarita and Martha fashion a trio of novel and beautiful Christmas ornaments. The colorful red hot air balloons feature straw baskets that carry tiny travelers in Andean dress. Because each ornament is individually crafted, colors may vary slightly.

Cotton ornaments, 'Blue Zampoea Medley' (set of 6) $39.95 Musicians play a medley of Andean carols with the sweet melodies of their zampoea panpipes. Their cheerful songs inspire Margarita and Martha in the design of these ornaments, which are crafted by hand with colorful cotton ribbons.

Ornaments, 'Festivities' (set of 6) $24.95 Crafted by hand, these delightful velvet ornaments feature colorful embroidery with the added sparkle of golden zari threads. Affan creates a set of six, featuring a heart, slipper, butterfly, star, tree and fleur-de-lis.

Ornaments, 'Andean Candlelight for Peace' $39.95 Margarita and Martha share the Andean Christmas spirit with ornaments that are full of color and tradition. They craft each candle by hand, covering them with bright cotton ribbons that dress wool figurines. They are musicians playing traditional Peruvian instruments.

Ornaments, 'Country Cottage' (set of 6) $39.95 Andean families celebrate the holidays at home, each charming cottage crafted by hand. Margarita and Martha add colorful roofs, planters filled with flowers and tiny people in traditional dress. The set includes six ornaments in a variety of colors.

Ornaments, 'Musical Wreath' (set of 6) $39.95 Miniature zampoea panpipes bring their soft tones to Christmas carols, sung by tiny people in traditional dress. They center red wreaths wrapped in handloomed-style ribbons. "Andean cultures are very expressive with their music," Margarita and Martha say. "These ornaments transmit our feelings about Christmas."

Ornaments, 'Santa Sings' (set of 6) $39.95 Wrapped with bright ribbons that emulate hand-loomed textiles, six wreaths bring color to Christmas decor. Santa Claus appears in each one, playing a different Andean musical instrument. Margarita and Martha's festive ornaments create the sensation of joyous song.

Ornaments, 'Christmas Gifts' (set of 6) $39.95 By Margarita and Martha, six charming ornaments bring Andean color to the holidays. Diminutive people celebrate in the light of the Christmas star. The tiny tableaus take shape in arched dioramas trimmed with ribbons and fabric.

Brass ornaments, 'Buddhist Greetings' (set of 4) $39.95 now on sale! $35.96 Brass bells chime for good will and prosperity in a set of four ornaments from Atcharin Chanhom. She replicates traditional krading bells found at Buddhist temples and Thai households as augur of good luck. The ornaments are embossed with images of Buddha and elephant heads, while leaves from the sacred pipal tree hang from each bell. The set of four arrives in a lush silk and cotton bag.

Wood ornaments, 'Happy Masks' (set of 4) $42.95 "I designed these masks to tell you to cheer up and be happy," says Victor Yao Delanyo. He carves each mask by hand from sese wood featuring the artistic stylizations of the Ewe people, from the Volta region of Ghana. Starting from left to right, the first and third masks are adorned with embossed brass and aluminum plates around the cheeks and face; the fourth has them on the forehead and eyes. The second one is hand-painted. The ornaments hang from leather hoops.

Ornaments, 'Retablos' (set of 5) $22.95 now on sale! $20.66 An original set of Christmas ornaments, these tiny retablos celebrate the birth of Jesus. Retablos were originally intended as altar pieces featuring different scenes from the Bible. Alejandro Chavez handcrafts the miniature nativity scenes from plaster of Paris. Each character is shaped and painted individually and painted with bright hues.

Ceramic ornaments, 'Three Wise Men' (set of 3) $24.95 Samuel Lovi blends custom and legend in the creation of these decorative masks. "In Africa wise men are regarded as very important people, whatever they say comes to pass, so people take seriously everything they say," explains Lovi. "So I also looked at the three wise men that visited the baby Jesus to mold this product, to be used as room decor during Christmas." The three smiling masks are handcrafted with clay, embellished with kaolin and feature raffia earrings.

Ceramic ornaments, 'Christmas Eggs' (set of 3) $24.95 Shaped like a hornbill's egg, these ornaments are embellished with diagonal lines spiraling around each piece. Samuel Lovi crafts each piece in ceramic according to traditional techniques. Then the eggs are painted with oil paints and kaolin to achieve an aged appearance. A rafia hoop and a beaded accent imbues this set with distinct African charm.

Wood ornaments, 'Balinese Angels' (set of 3) $29.95 Three beautiful angels hover on lacy, golden wings. The trio is carefully carved and hand-painted in realistic colors. Made Sarna crafts this delightful set of celestial ornaments, presented in a gift box.

Wood ornaments, 'Shepherds' (set of 4) $32.95 Inspired by the Christmas story, Daniel Nyadedzor depicts the shepherds who came to worship baby Jesus. He creates distinguished personages of varying personalities, in the style of traditional masks. Sculpted of sese wood, these ornaments bring a distinctive African touch to holiday decor. Because each ornament is individually carved and painted by hand, the features may vary slightly.

Natural fiber ornaments, 'Angels' (set of 4) $22.95 Wearing wide-brimmed hats, four Balinese angels showcase nature's gifts. Woven by hand, they are crafted of bamboo, screw pine, water hyacinth and agel grass. Palm leaf and tamanu, the fruit of the beauty leaf tree, adorn this set of ornaments by Dwi Astuti and Kusbudiyanto. Because each is individually crafted of natural fibers, colors and motifs may vary slightly.

Natural fiber ornaments, 'Angels Smile' (set of 4) $22.95 Dwi Astuti and Kusbudiyanto transform natural fibers into a set of four delightful angel ornaments. The heads are fashioned from tamanu, the fruit of the beauty leaf tree. Areca palm fibers form the hair and the bodies are neatly woven from screw pine or pandanus. Palm leaf wings, water hyacinth, bamboo, and coconut shell buttons bring their unique beauty to these original dolls. They wear cotton batik hats. Because each is individually crafted of natural fibers, colors and motifs may vary slightly.

Natural fiber ornaments, 'Angel Dancers' (set of 4) $22.95 Balinese dancers wear conical hats and sarongs woven of screw pine or pandanus. From Dwi Astuti and Kusbudiyanto, the set of four delightful ornaments is crafted of natural fibers. The heads are fashioned from tamanu, the fruit of the beauty leaf tree. Palm leaf wings, agel grass, water hyacinth, bamboo, and coconut shell buttons bring their unique beauty to these original dolls. Because each is individually crafted of natural fibers, colors and motifs may vary slightly.

Wood batik ornaments, 'Java Legends' (set of 4) $24.95 now on sale! $22.46 Handaru Baskoro heralds the holiday season with a set of four bell ornaments. They are carved from local klepu wood (leichhardt wood) and adorned with three classic batik motifs. These include the eight-pointed rosette kawung patterns, formerly reserved for sultans. The buketan ("flower motif") features flowing lines, while the truntum pattern stands as a symbol of the awakening of love. Legend has it there once lived a queen who had long enjoyed her king's love. She began to feel neglected when the king took a new mistress, so to forget her sadness and loneliness, she began to do batik. She designed the truntum pattern featuring stars in a dark sky, and in her loneliness, the stars became her intimate friends. The queen's batik so impressed the king, he fell in love with her once again.

Ornaments, 'Holiday Braids' (set of 8) $29.95 The colorful ornaments that Andean women wear at the end of their braids inspire this colorful set. Known as canutillo for it's reed-like shape, it helps keeping their braids from falling into their face or bothering the child they carry on their backs. From Mercedes Benavides, the eight ornaments are crocheted by hand in bright festive colors.

Ornaments, 'Holiday Hats' (set of 8) $29.95 Men, women and children from the Huancavelica region in the Andes wear thick warm hats during the winter. As the holiday season approaches, they inspire this colorful set of eight tree ornaments. Presented by Mercedes Benavides, the tiny hats are knitted by hand.

Ornaments, 'Andean Bonnets' (set of 8) $29.95 The hats that young women from the Andes wear during the festive season inspire this set of colorful tree ornaments. From Mercedes Benavides, the set includes eight crocheted hats trimmed with embroidered flowers.

Ornaments, 'Pompom Cascade' (set of 8) $29.95 Mercedes Benavides presents a set of eight colorful tree ornaments inspired by Andean traditional costumes. Each handcrafted ornament features three pompoms and ends with a fringe. They resemble the ones worn on clothes, belts, shoes, and hair.

Ornaments, 'Candy Cane Guitars' (pair) $22.95 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.

Cedar ornaments, 'Jungle Babies' (set of 4) $39.95 Born to the Peruvian jungle, a toucan, a turtle, an armadillo and a crocodile live in friendly harmony. Flaviano Gonzales carves each cedar animal with devoted care to ensure their vivid representations. The ornaments hang from waxed cotton strings.

Cotton ornaments, 'Andean Angels of Love' (set of 6) $32.95 "In times of the Inca Empire it was believed that divine spirits left their light on earth through fertility and harvest. Children were regarded as part of that harvest, and their fruit is the message of hope and happiness they share with us," Ledda Galvez says as she shares the ancient beliefs that inspire these ornaments. Ledda tells us, "Andean angels are messengers of love and peace. They are like children with open arms because they are ready to hug you and leave their story of love with you." The six ornamental angels are sewn by hand of cotton featuring jute wings, acrylic hair and ribbons. They are stuffed with cotton.

Cotton ornaments, 'Andean Angels of Hope' (set of 6) $32.95 "In times of the Inca Empire it was believed that divine spirits left their light on earth through fertility and harvest. Children were regarded as part of that harvest, and their fruit is the message of hope and happiness they share with us," Ledda Galvez says as she shares the ancient beliefs that inspire these ornaments. Ledda tells us, "Andean angels are messengers of love and peace. They are like children with open arms because they are ready to hug you and leave their story of love with you." The six ornamental angels are sewn by hand of cotton featuring jute wings, acrylic hair and ribbons. They are stuffed with cotton.

Cotton ornaments, 'Andean Angels of Love and Hope' (set of 6) $32.95 "In times of the Inca Empire it was believed that divine spirits left their light on earth through fertility and harvest. Children were regarded as part of that harvest, and their fruit is the message of hope and happiness they share with us," Ledda Galvez says as she shares the ancient beliefs that inspire these ornaments. Ledda tells us, "Andean angels are messengers of love and peace. They are like children with open arms because they are ready to hug you and leave their story of love with you." The six ornamental angels are sewn by hand of cotton featuring jute wings, acrylic hair and ribbons. They are stuffed with cotton.

Celadon ceramic ornaments, 'Blue Holiday Elephants' (set of 4) $19.95 now on sale! $17.96 Elephants herald the holiday season as they trumpet songs of joy with their raised trunks. The four elephants are crafted by hand by Duangkamol with classic Celadon ceramic techniques. They hang from golden satin ribbons.

Ceramic ornaments, 'Holiday Traditions' (set of 3) $39.95 Intricate geometric designs exemplify the traditional artistry of the Huaman Paucar Family, who execute ancient motifs on ceramic surfaces. These delightful ornaments enclose the beauty of traditional Cuzco art and hang from cotton cords. The family names the design Tambomachay, a place of rest and recreation for the Inca.

Ornaments, 'Festive Huancavelica Couple' (pair) $29.95 Mercedes Benavides celebrates the festive traditions of the Huancavelica region with an endearing pair of tree ornaments. Dressed in traditional costumes, they are expertly crafted by hand. The cholito (young man) and cholita (young woman) smile the radiant smile of the festive season.

Ornaments, 'Dazzle' (set of 6) $24.95 Crafted by hand, dazzling ornaments call for a celebration. Affan works in velvet to create the set of six. Bright embroidery and golden zari threads embellish each one.

Ornaments, 'Celebrate' (set of 6) $24.95 Crafted by hand, colorful ornaments call for a celebration. Affan works in velvet to create the set of six. Bright embroidery and golden zari threads embellish each one.

Ornaments, 'Collection' (set of 6) $24.95 Crafted by hand, colorful ornaments call for a celebration. Affan works in velvet to create the set of six. Bright embroidery and golden zari threads embellish each one.

Beaded ornaments, 'Red Velvet Heart' (set of 3) $19.99 Red velvet hearts are brimming with passion. Covered with glittering zardozi embroidery, beadwork and diminutive flowers, the handcrafted ornaments are luxurious. Parvez A. Warsi crafts the beautiful set of three to showcase traditional Indian arts. Warsi includes a drawstring pouch; its colors may vary.

Ornaments, 'Christmas Balloons' (set of 3) $39.95 Enjoying the view from the sky, people shout Christmas greetings to those below. Margarita and Martha fashion a trio of novel and beautiful Christmas ornaments. The colorful hot air balloons feature straw baskets that carry tiny travelers in Andean dress. Because each ornament is individually crafted, colors may vary slightly.

Ornaments, 'Christmas Color' (set of 6) $39.95 Margarita and Martha create a set of Christmas ornaments with all the color of the Andes. Two bells peal out good tidings to villagers in country cottages. A pair of spheres completes the set of six.

Ornaments, 'Forest Holiday' (set of 4) $27.95 now on sale! $25.16 Deer frolic in the emerald forest to celebrate the holidays. Entirely handcrafted, this ensemble is presented by Syed Izaz Hussein and showcases the unique papier mache tradition of India. The set of four features golden cords for hanging.

Beaded ornaments, 'Holiday Fleur-de-Lis' (set of 6) $29.95 Conveying a message of peace and joy, six fleur-de-lis appear as holiday ornaments. Parvez A. Warsi works with velvet in red, green and tan, adding beads, sequins and glittering zardozi embroidery. Each ornament boasts a long beadwork tassel, and the set arrives in a drawstring pouch.

Ornaments, 'Tropical Garden Fantasy' (set of 4) $39.95 now on sale! $35.96 Syed Izaz Hussein sets a festive mood with colorful papier mache ornaments. They are crafted and painted by hand featuring a tropical birds and blossoming flowers. Set includes four ornaments.

Cotton and ceramic display dolls, 'Northern Hill Tribes ' (set of 7) $53.99 An extraordinary ensemble representative of Thailandes hill tribes, these enchanting dolls by Suwit Suthamtha are truly captivating. Suthamtha is masterful at capturing every minute detail of their customary attire, where color and detailed embroidery denote place of origin as well as their attitudes towards beauty and life. Graceful and charming, these dolls are certain to enthrall the admirer of custom and tradition. Yao women belong to a tribe that places great value and decorum, whereas the Lahu are independent people and love entertainment and the easy life. The Akha are highly spiritual and see themselves as a link in the chain of life. The Lisu women are always embellishing their attires and have the best one, and the Karen are renowned for their colorful weaves, which distinguish each subgroup within the Karen population of Thailand and Burma. The Hmong create wondrous elaborate weaves and are fond of wearing their silver ornaments during ceremonies. They are devoted to the sky spirit who they believe has created their own ancient way of life. And the Paduang are a group within the Karen, and believe the longer the neck, the more beautiful the woman. Suthamtha made a number of trials before achieving the handcrafted perfection that characterizes his work and that of the artisans that collaborate with him. "I begin by molding the shape of the head, arms and legs in clay, and kiln the pieces at 1472eF. I then paint in the skin as well as the facial features. I use wire for the body, and shape it into a human posture, I wrap it with raw cloth and use kapok seeds for stuffing. I attach the ceramic limbs and face so that they may move. Then, women working at my workshop sew their clothes, I teach them how as well as about the different hill tribe costumes. Finally, I add jewelry items made of aluminum and zinc to authenticate what I see in real life."

Ceramic ornaments, 'White Christmas Stars' (set of 6) $34.95 Magdalena Ayme forms niches in pristine white stars to house the Holy Family, their donkey and a cow. Shaped by hand of ceramic plaster, both the stars and the tiny figurines are carefully painted in great detail. The set of six makes an original and beautiful addition to a collection of heirloom ornaments.

Ceramic ornaments, 'Yellow Christmas Stars' (set of 4) $27.95 Magdalena Ayme forms niches in glowing yellow stars to house the Holy Family, their donkey and a cow. Shaped by hand of ceramic plaster, both the stars and the tiny figurines are carefully painted in great detail. The set of four makes an original and beautiful addition to a collection of heirloom ornaments.

Wood ornaments, 'Royal Kings' (set of 3) $24.95 An important part of the Christmas story, the three kings brought gifts to baby Jesus. Daniel Nyadedzor sculpts the trio from sese wood, bringing African art to holiday decor. Because each ornament is individually carved and painted by hand, the features may vary slightly.

Natural fiber ornaments, 'Angels in Green' (set of 4) $22.95 Dwi Astuti and Kusbudiyanto transform natural fibers into a set of four delightful angel ornaments. The heads are fashioned from tamanu, the fruit of the beauty leaf tree. Areca palm fibers form the hair and the bodies are neatly woven from screw pine or pandanus. Palm leaf wings, water hyacinth, bamboo, agel grass and coconut shell buttons all contribute their unique beauty. They wear sisal hats. Because each is individually crafted of natural fibers, colors and motifs may vary slightly.

Ceramic ornaments, 'Dancers' (set of 3) $69.95 Lulli Luca depicts three cheerful folk dancers who wear the traditional garb of the highlands. The ornaments are carefully handcrafted of ceramic and painted with bright colors and gilt.

Ornaments, 'Holiday Bells' (set of 8) $29.95 Colorful bells announce the holiday season in this set of eight bright ornaments. From Mercedes Benavides, the bells are crocheted by hand.

Ornaments, 'Our House' (set of 3) $22.95 Andean families celebrate the holidays at home, each charming cottage crafted by hand. Margarita and Martha add colorful red roofs, planters filled with flowers and tiny people in traditional dress. The set includes three ornaments in a variety of colors.

Beaded ornaments, 'Maple Leaves' (set of 12) $29.95 Covered with sparkling sequins and beadwork, maple leaves bring cheer to the holidays. Parvez A. Warsi creates a dozen delightful ornaments in a variety of colors. Carefully crafted by hand, the set of 12 comes in a drawstring pouch; its color may vary.

Ornaments, 'Glittering Joy' (set of 6) $29.95 Affan welcomes the holiday season with a glittering set of ornaments that includes a star, a tree, a heart, a boot, a butterfly and a fleur-de-lis. The organza ornaments are sewn by hand and feature India's legendary zardozi embroidery shaping festive motifs. Zardozi art first came to light during the reign of emperor Akbar in the Middle Ages, and it is characterized by the artistic use of laid stitch with golden thread known as zari.

Ceramic ornaments, 'Angelic Andean Choir' (set of 6) $34.95 This band of six angelic musicians play Andean carols in an ensemble put together by Margarita and Martha. They craft each ceramic ornament by hand featuring traditional Peruvian instruments such as the cacho or horn, guitar, drum, quena flute, charango guitar and zampoea panpipe. They hang from golden strings and can be stored in a purpose-made box.

Cotton ornaments, 'Girl Choir' (set of 6) $32.95 Six girls in Andean dress form a delightful Christmas choir. Singing to the sound of the charango guitar and zampoea panpipes, the diminutive dolls come from Margarita and Martha. "They bring happiness to the holidays," the women say.

Cedar ornaments, 'Wings of Joy' (set of 4) $39.95 Carving natural cedar wood, Flaviano Gonzales creates a set of four original ornaments. A songbird and a wise owl join a butterfly and dragonfly in joyous flight. Gonzales polishes each one with beeswax to highlight the wood's natural beauty. The ornaments hang from cotton cords.

Wood ornaments, 'Festive Bouquets' (set of 4) $27.95 now on sale! $25.16 Ornate stars shine with holiday cheer in a festive set of ornaments from India's Syed Izaz Hussein. Each handcrafted star is carved from weeping willow wood and painted with detailed finesse, featuring flowers in teal blue and red. They hang from golden sari threads. Set includes four ornaments in two different sizes.

Wood ornaments, 'Holiday Heralds' (set of 5) $32.95 now on sale! $29.66 Crescent moons and chiming bells herald the arrival of the holiday season. From Syed Izaz Hussein, each ornament is carved from weeping willow wood featuring brass bells on the bells. Each piece is hand-painted with traditional Indian motifs in vibrant colors. Set includes five ornaments.

Ornaments, 'Golden Garden Fantasy' (set of 4) $39.95 now on sale! $35.96 Syed Izaz Hussein sets a festive mood with colorful papier mache ornaments. They are crafted and painted by hand with golden undertones featuring a choir of birds and blossoming flowers. Set includes four ornaments in two different sizes.

Wood ornaments, 'Blossoming Butterflies' (set of 6) $37.95 Fluttering butterflies bring a message of celebration in this set of ornaments from Izaz Hussein. They are carved from weeping willow wood and painted by hand featuring blossoming flowers. Set includes six ornaments in three different sizes.

Eggshell ornaments, 'Country Christmas' (set of 6) $34.95 A spotted cow and brindle donkey share the awe of the nativity. Portrayed in a deep blue night spangled by stars, the Holy Family kneels reverently to adore their tiny son. Magdalena Ayme fashions the personages in low relief, adhering ceramic plaster to hen eggshells. The delightful set of six ornaments showcases traditional Andean folk art.

Wood ornaments, 'Unicorns' (set of 5) $32.95 Long considered magical, white unicorns boast golden horns. Made Sarna carves the mythical creatures from albesia wood, painting the happy smiles and flirty eyes by hand. Gilded hooves, manes and tails embellish these delightful ornaments. The set of five arrives in a gift box.

Wood ornaments, 'Flying Frogs' (set of 4) $29.95 Clad in cool colors, whimsical frogs sprout wings. Made Sarna carves the fanciful quartet from albesia wood, carefully painting their cheerful features. Combining Balinese legend with Western tradition, he creates novel ornaments. The set of four arrives in a gift box.

Ceramic ornaments, 'Highland Couple' (pair) $49.95 Wrapped in a colorful poncho, a young man courts his sweetheart. The girl wears a full skirt bordered in calla lilies. Working in ceramic, Lulli Luca creates a pair of very original ornaments.

Wood batik ornaments, 'Java Nostalgia' (set of 4) $19.95 now on sale! $17.96 Handaru Baskoro heralds the holiday season with a set of four bell ornaments. They are carved from local klepu wood (leichhardt wood) and adorned with classic batik motifs. These include parang rusak (meaning "knife" or "dagger"), the motif par excellence of Javanese batik. In olden days, the parang rusak was the exclusive property of the courts of Surakarta and Jogyakarta. The second motif is the buketan ("flower motif"), though it has no particular meaning, it can be identified for its flowing lines.

Wood batik ornaments, 'Java Cross' (set of 4) $24.95 now on sale! $22.46 Handaru Baskoro celebrates the holiday season with Javanese artistic sentiment. He carves the ornaments in the shape of Latin crosses from klepu wood (leichhardt wood). He then adorns each one with traditional batik motifs. This set of four ornaments features the legendary kawung motif, featuring an eight-pointed rosette set within a square, rhombus or circle. The kawung was once reserved for sultans only.

Cedar ornaments, 'Lion's Court' (set of 4) $39.95 A lion holds court with a bear, a puma and a rhinoceros to discuss the state of their environments. Peru's Flaviano Gonzales registers their meeting in an endearing ensemble of cedar wood ornaments that are vividly carved with ample detail. The ornaments hang from waxed cotton strings.

Cotton ornaments, 'Joyful Orange' (set of 6) $29.95 Affan welcomes the holiday season with a colorful set of ornaments that includes a star, a tree, a heart, a boot, a butterfly and a fleur-de-lis. The velvet ornaments are sewn by hand and feature India's legendary zardozi embroidery shaping glowing sunflowers. Zardozi art first came to light during the reign of emperor Akbar in the Middle Ages, and it is characterized by the artistic use of laid stitch with golden thread known as zari.

Cotton ornaments, 'Joyful Daisies' (set of 6) $29.95 Affan welcomes the holiday season with a colorful set of ornaments that includes a star, a tree, a heart, a boot, a butterfly and a fleur-de-lis. The velvet ornaments are sewn by hand and feature India's legendary zardozi embroidery shaping colorful daisies. Zardozi art first came to light during the reign of emperor Akbar in the Middle Ages, and it is characterized by the artistic use of laid stitch with golden thread known as zari.

Cotton ornaments, 'Joyful Poinsettias' (set of 6) $29.95 Affan welcomes the holiday season with a colorful set of ornaments that includes a star, a tree, a heart, a boot, a butterfly and a fleur-de-lis. The velvet ornaments are sewn by hand and feature India's legendary zardozi embroidery shaping festive poinsettias. Zardozi art first came to light during the reign of emperor Akbar in the Middle Ages, and it is characterized by the artistic use of laid stitch with golden thread known as zari.

Cotton ornaments, 'Joyful Violets' (set of 6) $29.95 Affan welcomes the holiday season with a colorful set of ornaments that includes a star, a tree, a heart, a boot, a butterfly and a fleur-de-lis. The velvet ornaments are sewn by hand and feature India's legendary zardozi embroidery shaping festive violets. Zardozi art first came to light during the reign of emperor Akbar in the Middle Ages, and it is characterized by the artistic use of laid stitch with golden thread known as zari.

Cotton ornaments, 'Joyful Blossoms' (set of 6) $29.95 Affan welcomes the holiday season with a colorful set of ornaments that includes a star, a tree, a heart, a boot, a butterfly and a fleur-de-lis. The velvet ornaments are sewn by hand and feature India's legendary zardozi embroidery shaping festive blossoms. Zardozi art first came to light during the reign of emperor Akbar in the Middle Ages, and it is characterized by the artistic use of laid stitch with golden thread known as zari.

Ornaments, 'Christmas Stockings' (set of 12) $39.95 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.

Ornaments, 'Whimsy' (set of 6) $24.95 Valentines flirt with two colorful pine trees while a butterfly and lady's boot act as chaperones. By Affan, the six whimsical ornaments are crafted by hand. Ornate hand-embroidery and golden zari threads embellish the set.

Ornaments, 'Holiday' (set of 6) $24.95 Butterflies alight on a pine tree in the starlight while two lady's boots look on. By Affan, the six whimsical ornaments are crafted by hand. Ornate hand-embroidery and golden zari threads embellish the set.

Ornaments, 'Happiness' (set of 6) $24.95 Crafted by hand, colorful ornaments communicate a sense of happiness. Affan works in velvet to create the set of six. Bright embroidery and golden zari threads embellish each one.

Coconut shell ornaments, 'Elephant Holiday' (set of 12) $29.95 now on sale! $26.96 Carved from natural coconut shell, a dozen elephants dance on red cotton cords. Jiap Rojjana creates a set of 12 ornaments with Thai flair. Ingrin or red lauan wood beads adorn each one.

Wood ornaments, 'Reindeer Stars' (set of 4) $27.95 now on sale! $25.16 Ornate stars shine with holiday cheer in a festive set of ornaments from India's Syed Izaz Hussein. Each handcrafted star is carved from weeping willow wood and painted with detailed finesse, featuring reindeer grazing in Indian forests. They hang from golden sari threads. Set includes four ornaments in two different sizes.

Ornaments, 'Nature's Feast' (set of 4) $29.95 now on sale! $26.96 Syed Izaz Hussein sets a festive mood with colorful papier mache ornaments. They are crafted and painted by hand featuring a deer and blossoming flowers. Set includes four ornaments.

Ornaments, 'Tropical Hearts' (set of 5) $37.95 now on sale! $34.16 Festive hearts beat with the spirit of the holiday season in a set of ornaments from Syed Izaz Hussein. They are crafted and painted by hand featuring blossoming flowers in tropical colors and stylized Indian motifs. Set includes five ornaments in three sizes.

Ornaments, 'Flowers' (set of 5) $27.95 now on sale! $25.16 Alejandro Chavez celebrates the birth of Jesus with five alluring ornaments. Shepherds and cows surround the Holy Family, their images finely detailed with colorful paints. They stand at the heart of exuberant floral medallions.

Wood ornaments, 'Zebras' (set of 4) $33.89 Zebras celebrate a safari holiday, each one carved and painted by hand. Made Sarna creates a set of four original ornaments. The charming quartet arrives in a gift box.

Mate gourd ornaments, 'Christmas Owls' (set of 6) $39.95 Margarita and Martha transform dried mate gourds into six cheerful owls. One of the oldest handicrafts in the Andes, the gourds are engraved by hand. Colorful Santa Claus hats crown each one. The natural shape of the gourd dictates size and shape, so slight variations should be expected.

Ornaments, 'Surprises' (set of 4) $22.95 now on sale! $20.66 Deck the halls with Indian artistry and the colors of celebration in a set of ornaments from Syed Izaz Hussein. Shaped like eggs hanging from golden sari threads, each papier mache ornament is crafted by hand and painted with florid detail. Set includes four pieces.

Ornaments, 'Forest Fantasy' (set of 4) $39.95 now on sale! $35.96 Syed Izaz Hussein sets a festive mood with colorful papier mache ornaments. They are crafted and painted by hand featuring a forest scene. Set includes four ornaments.

Wood ornaments, 'Santa's Big Hat' (set of 4) $30.99 Dressed for the holidays, Santa Claus sports a very big hat. Carefully carving albesia wood, Made Sarna creates a set of four fanciful ornaments. Each is painted by hand in bright Christmas colors and they arrive in a gift box.

Wood ornaments, 'Be Happy' (set of 3) $24.95 Serenely beautiful, three masks display different arts styles from West Africa. Victor Yao Delanyo carves the lovely trio by hand to use as ornaments. Painted by hand and polished to a high sheen, they carry Delanyo's advice - be happy anytime, anywhere, no matter the situation.

Ornaments, 'Sparkling Hearts' (set of 10) $22.95 Studded with sparkling sequins, these ornaments are dazzling additions to any decor. Parvez A. Warsi fashions each colorful heart with beadwork borders. The handcrafted set includes a handmade drawstring bag.

Beaded ornaments, 'Tropical Fruits' (set of 10) $39.95 Succulent fruits glitter with lavish beadwork, realistically portrayed by Parvez A. Warsi. Crafted with traditional Rajasthani flair, the cheerful pieces make original ornaments. A loop of golden zari thread facilitates hanging. Set includes cotton-filled strawberries, apples, bananas, and mangos. The set of ten comes in a drawstring bag.

Ceramic ornaments, 'Christmas Ocarinas' (set of 5) $32.95 The Huaman Paucar Family transforms Andean musical traditions into a fascinating set of festive ornaments. They are crafted and painted by hand in the shape of ocarina flutes. Three of the ocarinas are decorated with colorful Inca glyphs, and the remaining two feature the legendary Nazca patterns of a monkey and a bird.

Wood ornaments, 'Blossoming Quintet of Stars' (set of 5) $24.95 Ornate stars shine with holiday cheer in a festive set of ornaments from India's Syed Izaz Hussein. Each handcrafted star is carved from weeping willow wood and painted with detailed finesse, featuring a feast of blossoming flowers. They hang from golden sari threads. Set includes five same size ornaments.

Beaded ornaments, 'Tropical Fruit' (set of 10) $37.95 Succulent fruits glitter with lavish beadwork, realistically portrayed by Parvez A. Warsi. Crafted with traditional Rajasthani flair, the cheerful pieces make original ornaments. A loop of golden zari thread facilitates hanging. The set of ten comes in a drawstring bag.

Wood ornaments, 'Forest Elves' (set of 4) $29.95 Meticulously carved from albesia wood, an elf quartet peeks from behind forest leaves. Each features a different color and each wears a different expression. Made Sarna presents a delightful set of ornaments with Balinese charm. They arrive in a gift box of rice paper and raffia.

Wood ornaments, 'Reindeer Garden' (set of 4) $27.95 Ornate stars shine with holiday cheer in a festive set of ornaments from India's Syed Izaz Hussein. Each handcrafted star is carved from weeping willow wood and painted with detailed finesse, featuring flowers and grazing reindeer. They hang from golden sari threads. Set includes four ornaments in two different sizes.

Ornaments, 'Heart of the Forest' (set of 6) $34.95 now on sale! $31.46 Festive hearts beat with the spirit of the holiday season in a set of ornaments from Syed Izaz Hussein. They are crafted and painted by hand with vibrant colors with stylized Indian motifs featuring a forest scene. Set includes six ornaments in three sizes.

Ornaments, 'Blossoming Hearts' (set of 6) $37.95 now on sale! $34.16 Festive hearts beat with the spirit of the holiday season in a set of ornaments from Syed Izaz Hussein. They are crafted and painted by hand featuring blossoming flowers in vibrant colors and stylized Indian motifs. Set includes six ornaments in three sizes.

Wood ornaments, 'Jolly Santa' (set of 5) $32.95 Made Sarna depicts Santa Claus in a jolly mood, carving the cheerful figures from albesia wood. Painted by hand, the set of five ornaments is perfect for any Christmas decor. They arrive in a gift box.

Wood ornaments, 'Wise Men' (set of 3) $23.95 Wide foreheads and a serious demeanor identify these personages as wise men. Also known as the three kings, they brought gifts to baby Jesus. Daniel Nyadedzor sculpts the trio from sese wood, bringing African art to holiday decor. Because each ornament is individually carved and painted by hand, the features may vary slightly.

Ornaments, 'Golden Feast' (set of 4) $17.95 Sunflowers center these golden ornaments from India's Parvez A. Warsi. Presented in a handsome pouch, set includes a star, a butterfly, a fleur de lis and a heart. Each boasts the beauty of zardozi brocade and glistening glass beads the color of precious stones, as once favored by Mughal emperors.

Wood ornaments, 'Gleeful Butterflies' (set of 6) $37.95 now on sale! $34.16 Fluttering butterflies bring a message of celebration in this set of ornaments from Izaz Hussein. They are carved from weeping willow wood and painted by hand featuring chirping birds. Set includes six ornaments in three different sizes.

Ceramic ornaments, 'In Peru' (set of 5) $27.99 These doughnut-shaped ocarinas by the Huaman Paucar Family make for an original set of Christmas tree ornaments. Producing a thin, whistle-like sound, the ocarina is a traditional instrument of Peru's pre-Hispanic cultures. The artisans craft the pieces from select clay, applying hand-painted designs in a harmonious palette of colors.

Ceramic ornaments, 'Red Cowry and Elephant' (pair) $27.95 A mighty elephant and a cowry shell by Samuel Lovi are beautiful keepsakes from Africa. Fashioned of ceramic, these handsome ornaments receive a rustic finish with a touch of red. Cowry shells were once used as currency in West Africa.

Wood ornaments, 'Lush Bouquets' (set of 4) $27.95 now on sale! $25.16 Ornate stars shine with holiday cheer in a festive set of ornaments from India's Syed Izaz Hussein. Each handcrafted star is carved from weeping willow wood and painted with detailed finesse, featuring lush flowers in teal blue. They hang from golden sari threads. Set includes four ornaments in two different sizes.

Cotton ornaments, 'Festive Hearts' (set of 8) $24.95 now on sale! $22.46 Using traditional Hmong needlecraft techniques, Jing creates a set of eight hearts. Festive colors and hand embroidery give them a lighthearted beauty. They arrive in a saa (mulberry) paper box.

Cotton ornaments, 'Rainbow Elephants' (set of 4) $19.95 now on sale! $17.96 Dressed in bright colors, pompoms and flowers, friendly elephants hang together. They come from Thailand's Community Forest Support Group and they're sewn from cotton featuring a cotton filling. Their coquettish presence is inspired by Lisu hill tribe artistry.

Ornaments, 'Elephant Parade' (set of 12) $29.95 now on sale! $26.96 Elephants in red, yellow and green lift their trunks and trumpet with excitement. Jiap Rojjana creates a set of 12 ornaments with Thai flair. Shaped of cotton and embroidered by hand, they dance on red cotton cords. Ingrin or red lauan wood beads adorn each one, and the set arrives in a cotton lace bag.

Ceramic ornaments, 'Blue Christmas Stars' (set of 4) $22.95 Magdalena Ayme forms niches in cool blue stars to house the Holy Family, their donkey and a cow. Shaped by hand of ceramic plaster, both the stars and the tiny figures are carefully painted by hand with intricate details. The set of four makes an original and beautiful addition to a collection of heirloom ornaments.

Beaded ornaments, 'Rose Beauty' (set of 5) $19.95 Fashioned of rich rose velvet, these beautiful ornaments by Parvez A. Warsi feature sparkling zardozi embroidery and beadwork. Crafted by hand, the set of five brings Indian tradition to holiday decor.

Wood ornaments, 'Black Zebras' (set of 4) $29.95 Black zebras celebrate a safari holiday, each one carved and painted by hand. Made Sarna creates a set of four original ornaments. The charming quartet arrives in a gift box.

Cotton ornaments, 'Heart Couples' (set of 12) $29.95 now on sale! $26.96 Six couples express their devotion as colorful hearts. Using traditional Hmong needlecraft techniques, Jing crafts the ornaments with applique and hand-embroidery. The set of 12 hangs from two-tone cords and arrives in a saa (mulberry) paper box.

Wood ornaments, 'Forest Butterflies' (set of 6) $37.95 Fluttering butterflies bring a message of celebration in this set of ornaments from Syed Izaz Hussein. They are carved from weeping willow wood and painted by hand featuring grazing reindeer. Set includes six ornaments in three different sizes.

Wood ornaments, 'Magic Dragon' (set of 5) $29.95 Gold sparkles on wings and scales as cheerful green dragons takes flight. In Bali, dragons are magical creatures thought to be guardians of the gods. Made Sarna sculpts each whimsical creature from albesia wood for ornaments with Balinese charm. The set of five arrives in a gift box of rice paper and raffia. The wings are detached for shipping.

Wood ornaments, 'Santa Claus' (set of 5) $34.95 Discovering Santa Claus in a variety of poses, Made Sarna carves the images from albesia wood. Each of the five charming, unbreakable ornaments is then carefully painted by hand. They arrive in a gift box of rice paper and raffia.

Wood ornaments, 'Three Kings' (set of 3) $27.95 West Africaes Daniel Nyadedzor hand-carves this set of three tree ornaments, depicting the three kings who proffered gifts to Baby Jesus. Because each ornament is individually carved and painted by hand, the features may vary slightly from those pictured.

Clove ornaments, 'Christmas Trees' (set of 4) $22.95 Made Budiardana spices-up the holiday season with this set of four clove ornaments. Shaped like Christmas trees, the ornaments are sewn with fine bamboo threads. Budiardana marks the trees' contours with golden strings.

Beadwork ornaments, 'Silver Snowflakes' (set of 6) $36.99 Glittering petals bloom on silver snowflakes, each delicate ornament entirely handcrafted. Parvez A. Warsi presents a beautiful heirloom design featuring beadwork and zardozi embroidery. The set of six includes a handmade drawstring bag.

Beaded ornaments, 'Global Celebration' (set of 6) $19.95 now on sale! $17.95 Intricate stars appear in two colors with bright beadwork from Thai Tribal Crafts. Featuring golden bells, the set of six ornaments showcases the traditional patchwork art of Thailand's Lahu hill tribe.

Wood batik ornaments, 'Festive Java' $19.99 Handaru Baskoro celebrates the holiday season with a festive set of ornaments. They are carved from local klepu wood (leichhardt wood) and adorned with classic Javanese batik motifs including the eight-pointed rosette kawung formerly reserved for sultans. The buketan ("flower motif") features flowing lines while cecek feature dotted patterns.

Wood batik ornaments, 'Royal Java' $19.2 Handaru Baskoro heralds the holiday season with a festive set of ornaments. They are carved from local klepu wood (leichhardt wood) and adorned with classic Javanese batik motifs including the eight-pointed rosette kawung formerly reserved for sultans. The buketan ("flower motif") features flowing lines while cecek patterns feature dots. The fourth is Truntum, symbolizing awakening love. Legend has it there once lived a queen who had long enjoyed her king's love. She began to feel neglected when the king took a new mistress, so to forget her sadness and loneliness, she queen began to do batik. She designed a pattern featuring stars in a dark sky, and in her loneliness, the stars became her intimate friends. The queen's batik so impressed the king, he fell in love with the queen again.

Wood batik ornaments, 'Java Celebration' $22.95 now on sale! $20.66 Handaru Baskoro celebrates the holiday season with a festive set of ornaments. They are carved from local klepu wood (leichhardt wood) and adorned with classic Javanese batik motifs including the eight-pointed rosette kawung formerly reserved for sultans. The buketan ("flower motif") features flowing lines while cecek patterns feature dots. The fourth is Truntum, symbolizing awakening love. Legend has it there once lived a queen who had long enjoyed her king's love. She began to feel neglected when the king took a new mistress, so to forget her sadness and loneliness, she queen began to do batik. She designed a pattern featuring stars in a dark sky, and in her loneliness, the stars became her intimate friends. The queen's batik so impressed the king, he fell in love with the queen again.

Beaded ornaments, 'Luscious Fruit' (set of 10) $39.95 Golden bananas and pineapples mingle with ripe red apples and succulent strawberries. Parvez A. Warsi crafts these charming ornaments from cotton with lavish beadwork. Colorful and beautiful, the set includes ten ornaments and a handmade drawstring bag.

Wood ornaments, 'Flying Elves' (set of 4) $32.95 Dressed in green leaves and wearing green caps, these flying elves are magical messengers. Made Sarna sculpts the fanciful creatures from albesia wood, meticulously painting the details by hand. The set of four ornaments arrives in a gift box of rice paper and raffia. The wings are detached for shipping.

Cedar ornaments, 'Mischievous Farm Animals' (set of 4) $39.95 Farm animals come to life through the hand-carved artistry of Peru's Flaviano Gonzales. The mischievous cedar wood ensemble includes a sheep, a cow, a donkey and a pig, all detailed with expressive mastery. The ornaments hang from waxed cotton strings.

Ornaments, 'Star Parade' (set of 6) $24.95 Stars lead a parade of dazzling color as a heart and floral bell join them. Crafted by hand, six velvet ornaments by Affan feature colorful embroidery with the added sparkle of golden zari threads.

Ornaments, 'Turquoise Garden Fantasy' (set of 4) $39.95 now on sale! $35.96 Syed Izaz Hussein sets a festive mood with colorful papier mache ornaments. They are crafted and painted by hand with turquoise undertones featuring a choir of birds and blossoming flowers. Set includes four ornaments.

Ornaments, 'Nativity' (set of 4) $22.95 now on sale! $20.66 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.

Wood ornaments, 'Black Giraffes' (set of 4) $29.95 Black giraffes with white spots celebrate a safari holiday, each one carved and painted by hand. Made Sarna creates a set of four original ornaments. The charming quartet arrives in a gift box.

Wood ornaments, 'Three Kings' (set of 3) $27.95 An important part of the Christmas story, the three kings brought gifts to baby Jesus. Daniel Nyadedzor sculpts the trio from sese wood, bringing African art to holiday decor. Because each ornament is individually carved and painted by hand, the features may vary from those pictured.

Copper ornaments, 'Christmas Symbols' (set of 6) $54.95 Ana Marea Enciso celebrates Christmas with these delightful handcrafted ornaments. Working in hammered copper, she crafts a pine tree, a heart and an oval sun. In addition, "The moon lights up the night when Jesus visits each home and the star guides us on the path for the coming year. The heart is to fill all souls with love and peace," the artisan explains.

Cotton ornaments, 'Joyful Dahlias' (set of 6) $29.95 Affan welcomes the holiday season with a colorful set of ornaments that includes a star, a tree, a heart, a boot, a butterfly and a fleur-de-lis. The velvet ornaments are sewn by hand and feature India's legendary zardozi embroidery shaping cheerful dahlias. Zardozi art first came to light during the reign of emperor Akbar in the Middle Ages, and it is characterized by the artistic use of laid stitch with golden thread known as zari.

Cotton ornaments, 'Green Zampoea Medley' (set of 6) $39.95 Musicians play a medley of Andean carols with the sweet melodies of their zampoea panpipes. Their cheerful songs inspire Margarita and Martha in the design of these ornaments, which are crafted by hand with colorful cotton ribbons.

Ceramic ornaments, 'Welcoming Shepherds' (pair) $24.95 A hospitable smile exudes from these decorative ornaments featuring the masks of shepherds. Samuel Lovi calls this set akwaaba, a term from the Akan language meaning "warm welcome." The two masks are handcrafted with clay, embellished with paints and one features a raffia beard. About this pair Lovi says, "These ornaments represent the warm faces of shepherds on the eve of Christmas."

Ornaments, 'Christmas Sparkle' (set of 12) $24.95 Studded with sparkling sequins and beadwork, these Christmas ornaments are dazzling additions to holiday decor. Parvez A. Warsi fashions the set of twelve from fabric, adding glittering zardozi embroidery. The handcrafted set includes a handmade drawstring bag.

Ornaments, 'Blue Bells' (set of 3) $24.95 Tiny yellow roses adorn three delightful ornaments by Margarita and Martha. Working with colorful ribbons that emulate handloomed textiles, they create a trio of blue bells.

Ornaments, 'Carnation Christmas' (set of 4) $22.95 now on sale! $20.66 Festive carnations herald the arrival of the holiday season in a set of four ornaments from Syed Izaz Hussein. The papier mache ornaments include three balls in different sizes, and a bell. They are lavishly decorated with a hand-painted floral composition. Please note it is the artist's intention to let the ornaments hang from different string lengths that range approximately from 6in (15 cm) to 10in (25 cm).

Cotton ornaments, 'Kedtawa' (set of 4) $19.95 now on sale! $17.96 A garden of delicate kedtawa blossoms appears in rich brocade. Crafted by Banlue Lueruang, these delightful Christmas tree ornaments showcase Thai textile art. Zigzag lines known as fun pla (fish bone) create textural interest. The precise geometric motifs in red, white, and green add color and beauty to holiday decor; a golden loop facilitates hanging. Hand wash and hang dry. 30% cotton, 5% synthetic, polyester stuffing

Eggshell ornaments, 'First Christmas' (set of 6) $34.95 Transforming hen eggshells into nativity scenes, Magdalena Ayme portrays the birth of Jesus. She shapes the tiny figures by hand from ceramic plaster, while a coat of paint preserves the fragile shells. This set of six colorful ornaments represents the traditional retablo (diorama) art of Peru.

Ornaments, 'Joyful Bells' (set of 3) $22.95 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.

Ornaments, 'Pink Holiday Icicles' (set of 6) $34.95 now on sale! $31.46 Faceted quartz gems dangle like festive chimes in a set of ornaments from Mackawan. Dyed a soft shade of pink, the quartz pendants hang from golden threads. The set of six ornaments arrives in a florid cotton pouch trimmed with rain tree wood.

Wood ornaments, 'Blossoming Stars' (set of 4) $27.95 now on sale! $25.16 Ornate stars shine with holiday cheer in a festive set of ornaments from India's Syed Izaz Hussein. Each handcrafted star is carved from weeping willow wood and painted with detailed finesse, featuring a feast of blossoming flowers. They hang from golden sari threads. Set includes four ornaments in two different sizes.

Wood ornaments, 'Blushing Butterflies' (set of 6) $37.95 Fluttering butterflies bring a message of celebration in this set of ornaments from Syed Izaz Hussein. They are carved from weeping willow wood and painted by hand blushing flowers. Set includes six ornaments in three different sizes.

Wood ornaments, 'Flying Mermaids' (set of 4) $32.95 Soaring through the sky on ethereal wings, these mermaids inhabit a realm of enchantment. Made Sarna sculpts the graceful creatures from albesia wood, meticulously painting the details by hand. The set of four ornaments arrives in a gift box of rice paper and raffia.

Beadwork ornaments, 'Christmas Lemon' (set of 5) $19.95 Fashioned of cheerful lemon velvet, these beautiful ornaments by Parvez A. Warsi feature sparkling zardozi embroidery and beadwork. Crafted by hand, the set of five brings Indian tradition to holiday decor.

Natural fiber ornaments, 'Green Java Angels' (set of 4) $22.95 Four Javanese angels celebrate nature's gifts dressed in bright green costumes. Woven by hand, they are crafted of bamboo, screw pine, water hyacinth and agel grass. Palm leaf and tamanu, the fruit of the beauty leaf tree, adorn this set of ornaments by Dwi Astuti and Kusbudiyanto. Coconut shell buttons complete their elegant attires. Because each is individually crafted of natural fibers, colors and motifs may vary slightly.

Cedar ornaments, 'Andean Animals' (set of 4) $39.95 Flaviano Gonzales immortalizes the Andean fauna with an endearing set of cedar wood ornaments. He carves each sculpted piece with sublime detail to manifest the unique elegance and noble beauty of a llama, an alpaca, a vicuea and a condor. The ornaments hang from waxed cotton strings.

Gourd ornaments, 'Jungle Greetings' (set of 6) $39.95 The natural, organic artistry that comes from the Peruvian jungles becomes an original set of ornaments with the art of Rocio Davila Rojas. They are carved by hand from tutuma gourds featuring balsa wood and cotton trim. The natural gourds may vary slightly in shape and size.

Aluminum ornaments, 'Elephant Mom' (set of 12) $29.95 now on sale! $26.96 Mother elephant strolls through the forest with her little one in a charming family portrait. Jiap Rojjana creates a set of 12 ornaments in aluminum repousse. Adorned with ingrin or red lauan wood beads, they hang from red cotton cords and arrive in a cotton lace bag.

Ornaments, 'Hearts from the Golden Garden' (set of 6) $37.95 now on sale! $34.16 Festive hearts beat with the spirit of the holiday season in a set of ornaments from Syed Izaz Hussein. They are crafted and painted by hand with vibrant colors featuring birds against a golden background. Set includes six ornaments in three sizes.

Ceramic ornaments, 'Southwest' (set of 4) $37.95 Inca patterns and Nazca figures bring ancient glamour to these Christmas ornaments. Delicately hand-painted, the set evidences the versatility and expertise of the Huaman Paucar family. Color is obtained from enameled paint as the master ceramists recreate the hues preferred by ancient civilizations.

Wood ornaments, 'Elephants' (set of 4) $29.95 Elephants celebrate a safari holiday, each one carved and painted by hand. Made Sarna creates a set of four original ornaments. The charming quartet arrives in a gift box.

Ornaments, 'Festive Ponchos' (set of 8) $29.95 The warm ponchos worn by Andean men inspire this set of colorful tree ornaments. From Mercedes Benavides, the set includes eight woven ponchos adorned with flirty fringes.

Cotton ornaments, 'Joyful Chrysanthemums' (set of 6) $29.95 Affan welcomes the holiday season with a colorful set of ornaments that includes a star, a tree, a heart, a boot, a butterfly and a fleur-de-lis. The velvet ornaments are sewn by hand and feature India's legendary zardozi embroidery shaping cheerful chrysanthemums. Zardozi art first came to light during the reign of emperor Akbar in the Middle Ages, and it is characterized by the artistic use of laid stitch with golden thread known as zari.

Cotton ornaments, 'Suns and Stars' (set of 6) $32.95 Dazzling stars in bright suns illuminate the path to Tahuantisuyo, the name the Inca gave to their empire. Margarita and Martha meld historic traditions into the design of these original ornaments, which are crafted by hand with colorful Andean ribbons.

Cotton ornaments, 'Red Zampoea Medley' (set of 6) $39.95 Musicians play a medley of Andean carols with the sweet melodies of their zampoea panpipes. Their cheerful songs inspire Margarita and Martha in the design of these ornaments, which are crafted by hand with colorful cotton ribbons.

Ornaments, 'Huancavelica Dancers' (pair) $29.95 Mercedes Benavides presents this endearing pair of tree ornaments Huancavelica region. They featuring dancers from Huancavelica. Dressed in traditional costumes, they are expertly crafted by hand. The cholito (young man) and cholita (young woman) smile the radiant smile of the festive season.

Cotton ornaments, 'Lacy Herb' (set of 4) $19.95 now on sale! $17.96 The lacy motif of an aromatic Thai plant flutters delicately across deep red cotton. In the talented hands of Banlue Lueruang, this meticulously woven brocade is transformed into Christmas tree ornaments. "The motif is called kha e the galingale flower, a local herb. It has been adapted to Thai traditional cloth," Lueruang says. Innovative and beautiful, they bring a touch of Thailand to holiday decor. A golden loop facilitates hanging. Hand wash and hang dry. 30% cotton, 5% synthetic, polyester stuffing

Beaded ornaments, 'Floral Eggs' (set of 6) $44.99 Bright jewel colors form brilliant ornaments, each adorned with floral gems. Parvez A. Warsi creates an exquisite set of ornaments. Emulating jeweled eggs, the set of six features golden zari threads.

Wood ornaments, 'Three Wise Men' (set of 3) $27.95 A serious demeanor distinguishes these handsome personages as wise men. Also known as the three kings, they brought gifts to baby Jesus. Daniel Nyadedzor sculpts the trio from sese wood, bringing African art to holiday decor. Because each ornament is individually carved and painted by hand, the features may vary slightly.

Ornaments, 'Festive Butterflies' (set of 6) $27.95 This holiday season, deck the halls with glittering butterflies from India. Each of the six ornaments boasts the beauty of zardozi brocade and glistening glass beads the color of silver and gold, as once favored by Mughal emperors. Parvez A. Warsi presents the set in a handsome pouch.

Wood ornaments, 'Crimson Bouquets' (set of 5) $32.95 now on sale! $29.66 Ornate stars shine with holiday cheer in a festive set of ornaments from India's Syed Izaz Hussein. Each handcrafted star is carved from weeping willow wood and painted with detailed finesse, featuring flowers in festive red. They hang from golden sari threads. Set includes five ornaments in three different sizes.

Wood ornaments, 'Sparkling Butterflies' (set of 6) $37.95 Fluttering butterflies bring a message of celebration in this set of ornaments from Syed Izaz Hussein. They are carved from weeping willow wood and painted by hand featuring flowers on a sparkling background. Set includes six ornaments in three different sizes.

Ocarina flutes, 'Andean Murmurs' (set of 4) $24.95 The mystical sounds of the Andes can be recreated with this set of four ocarina flutes. Patricia Jara crafts each one by hand of ceramic and paints images of pre-Hispanic inspiration. Each ocarina features certain perforations that allow them to be played as flutes.

Ornaments, 'Pompom Racemes' (set of 8) $29.95 Mercedes Benavides presents a set of eight colorful tree ornaments inspired by Andean traditional costumes. Each handcrafted ornament is shaped like a raceme featuring three pompoms, like the ones worn on clothes, belts, shoes, and hair.

Ornaments, 'Andean Houses' (set of 3) $22.95 Women dressed in colorful Andean attires walk out their doors to greet the festive season. Margarita and Marta craft the elaborate adornments by hand, building the houses with jute over card paper. The rooftops, as well as the people, are adorned with fancy cotton and wool ribbons.

Cedar ornaments, 'Andean Barnyard Mates' (set of 4) $39.95 Andean barnyard animals share a friendly camaraderie in a hand-carved ensemble put together by Peru's Flaviano Gonzales. Finely detailed in cedar, the friendly group includes a cat, a rabbit, a rooster and a duck. The ornaments hang from waxed cotton strings.

Cotton ornaments, 'Peace Wish' (set of 6) $39.95 Surrounding colorful globes, tiny musicians join in a wish for peace on earth. Musical instruments are also present e the quena flute, zampoea panpipes, drums and the Andean guitar. Crafted by hand, this heirloom set of six Christmas ornaments comes from Margarita and Martha.

Clove ornaments, 'Clove of Hearts' (set of 6) $24.99 Warm and spicy, cloves are transformed into ornaments of aromatic hearts. Made Budiardana designs a fabulous set of heart-shaped ornaments that is inspired by an artistic Indonesian tradition. He sews each ornament by hand with fine bamboo threads, marking the contours in festive gold.

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