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The adorable duo of birds that graces this practical drawstring backpack will win your heart in an instant. El Salvador’s Jacqueline De Leon creates a charming bag handcrafted from cotton whose endearing hand-painted motifs infuse it with a pop of colour and a touch of whimsy.

Nestled upon this practical drawstring backpack are the most endearing avian companions, proudly bearing the uplifting words “You are not alone.” With hand-painted motifs that add a burst of vibrant hues and a sprinkle of whimsical delight, this cotton bag designed by El Salvador's Jacqueline De Leon embraces unparalleled function and charm.

Sleep tight in this comfortable and fashionable pajama set by Aftab, which includes a sleeveless top and full-length pants with an elastic waist. Crafted from screen-printed cotton, the top opens with two buttons and features a lovely floral blossom and leaf pattern in blue, gold, beige and aqua on a white base. The pants have a contrasting zigzag pattern in blue and white with in-seam pockets on both sides.

Jacqueline De Leon creates a charming set of four placemats adorned with a delightful toucan motif, infusing your table with playful charm and a burst of colour. Expertly handcrafted from cotton, these lovely table mats showcase the rich natural diversity of her native El Salvador.

Alaya Cholprasertsuk in Thailand presents a breathtaking semi-sheer batik blouse for women. The short-sleeved woven cotton top in blue and purple is hand-painted with flowers and vines using traditional batik methods. The airy top features coconut shell buttons at the keyhole neckline as well as hem slits at both sides for a comfortable fit.

A symbol of old Siam, elephants are a favorite in Thailand. This cheerful pachyderm is intended to bring good luck. Painted by hand, it adorns 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. 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.

Three women from Lanna (northern Thailand) pose cheerfully in an original composition of great charm. Alaya Cholprasertsuk's design portrays the lovely ladies using batik on 100% cotton in a pair of cushion covers, ideal for informal contemporary decor.

Batik is a fabric art in which the cloth is stretched on a wooden frame and the design sketched with a pencil. Then a mixture of melted wax and resin (70%/30%) is painted onto areas where color is not desired and the fabric is dipped in a solution of reactive dye, water, salt, and sodium bicarbonate. When the fabric is crumpled into the dying solution, the wax cracks, creating an attractive network of fine lines. The wax is removed and process is repeated for each color utilized. Finally, the cloth is washed and rinsed to remove any excess dye.

This pair will feature the same design, but the colors may vary slightly to those pictured, making each a unique work of art.

A millenary icon of Thai beauty, the portrait of a woman from the northern region embellishes these cushion covers. Lanna women are renowned for their exceptional beauty and graceful elegance; they are traditionally portrayed under a parasol, becoming a national symbol under the phrase Mae Yin Kang Jong ("Woman opens her umbrella"). Alaya Cholprasertsuk's design depicts the lady surrounded by soft and warming hues using batik on cotton, with a button closure at the back. These cushion covers are ideal for a room of feminine inspiration.

Batik is a fabric art in which cloth is stretched on a wooden frame and a design is sketched in pencil. Then a mixture of melted wax and resin (70%/30%) is painted onto areas where color is not desired and the fabric is dipped in a solution of reactive dye, water, salt, and sodium bicarbonate. When the fabric is crumpled into the dying solution, the wax cracks, creating an attractive network of fine lines. The wax is removed and process is repeated for each color utilized. Finally, the cloth is washed and rinsed to remove any excess dye.

Accompanied by an elephant, a young Lanna (northern Thai) woman is pensive. Baskets of flowers adorn her tranquil country environment, and a spiraling plant motif swirls upward like her thoughts. Alaya Cholprasertsuk's design depicts this beautiful scene using batik on 100% cotton. Charming and original, these cushion covers are ideal for an informal contemporary decor.

Batik is a fabric art in which the cloth is stretched on a wooden frame and the design sketched with a pencil. Then a mixture of melted wax and resin (70%/30%) is painted onto areas where color is not desired and the fabric is dipped in a solution of reactive dye, water, salt, and sodium bicarbonate. When the fabric is crumpled into the dying solution, the wax cracks, creating an attractive network of fine lines. The wax is removed and process is repeated for each color utilized. Finally, the cloth is washed and rinsed to remove any excess dye.

This pair will feature the same design, but the colors may vary slightly to those pictured, making each a unique work of art.