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Sparkling Snowflakes
Handcrafted Beaded Snowflake Ornaments (Set of 6)
Sparkling Snowflakes, Handcrafted Beaded Snowflake Ornaments (Set of 6)
Arti Sharma
Just like real snowflakes, each of these six handcrafted ornaments is unique. Arti Sharma presents the sparkling ornament set, which is crafted from aluminum and lavishly decorated with gold and... read more$29.99Artist: Arti Sharma
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Silvery Snowflakes
Handmade Christmas Ornaments from India (Set of 4)
Silvery Snowflakes, Handmade Christmas Ornaments from India (Set of 4)
Arti Sharma
Add some sparkle to your tree with this set of four ornaments from Arti Sharma in India. The pretty snowflakes are crafted from aluminum and lavishly adorned with glittering silver glass beads and... read more$27.99Artist: Arti Sharma
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Real Beauty
Hand-Beaded Glass Peacock Ornaments from Guatemala (Pair)
Real Beauty, Hand-Beaded Glass Peacock Ornaments from Guatemala (Pair)
Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
Say members of the Santiago Atitlan Women's Group, "We love nature, its colors, its textures, and the creatures that live in it," and they share this love through a pair of ornaments. In... read more$29.99Artist: Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
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Holiday Star
Five Handcrafted Beaded Christmas Star Ornaments
Holiday Star, Five Handcrafted Beaded Christmas Star Ornaments
Seema
Crafted by hand, five velvet stars host long tassels. Faux pearl beadwork and glittering golden zardozi embroidery accentuates the outline. Seema presents this exquisite set of Christmas ornaments.... read more$29.99Artist: Seema
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Teal Joy
Teal Hand Crafted Beaded Ornaments from India (Set of 10)
Teal Joy, Teal Hand Crafted Beaded Ornaments from India (Set of 10)
Parvez A. Warsi
Beautifully embellishing a teal blue fabric, Parvez A. Warsi creates a stunning set of ornaments. Splendid hearts and diamonds mingle with crosses, stars and fleur-de-lis. Crafted by hand, each of the... read more$59.99Artist: Parvez A. Warsi
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Colorful Sea Turtles
Glass Beaded Sea Turtle Ornaments from Guatemala (Pair)
Colorful Sea Turtles, Glass Beaded Sea Turtle Ornaments from Guatemala (Pair)
Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
Say members of the Santiago Atitlan Women's Group, "We love nature, its colors, its textures, and the creatures that live in it," and they show this love through a pair of ornaments. In hues... read more$27.99Artist: Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
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Holiday Lobsters
Beaded and Embroidered Lobster Ornaments (Set of 6)
Holiday Lobsters, Beaded and Embroidered Lobster Ornaments (Set of 6)
Afnan Mirza
Afnan Mirza in India creates these wonderful Christmas ornaments from scarlet-hued velvet, embellishing them with golden zardozi embroidery and glass beads. The six lobster ornaments are plumped... read more$34.99Artist: Afnan Mirza
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Eternal Love
Heart-Shaped Sese Wood Holiday Ornaments (Set of 4)
Eternal Love, Heart-Shaped Sese Wood Holiday Ornaments (Set of 4)
Anna Yawson
Celebrate the love of the holiday season with four heart-shaped mask ornaments designed by West Africa's Anna Yawson. Crafted from local sese wood, the ornaments are decorated in recycled glass beads... read more$39.99Artist: Anna Yawson
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Owl Glitz
Beaded Owl Christmas Ornaments (Set of 3)
Owl Glitz, Beaded Owl Christmas Ornaments (Set of 3)
Dinesh
These three dazzling ornaments are presented by Dinesh in India. The owls are crafted from cotton fabric that is embellished with hand embroidery, sparkly plastic and glass beads, and metallic silver... read more$29.99Artist: Dinesh
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Lovely Canes
Glass Beaded Candy Cane Ornaments from Guatemala (Pair)
Lovely Canes, Glass Beaded Candy Cane Ornaments from Guatemala (Pair)
Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
Say members of the Santiago Atitlan Women's Group, "Christmas is a marvelous time time that allows us to share with our families, spend happy moments, remember, live, and to give thanks for... read more$19.99Artist: Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
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Sparkling Snowflake
Silver-Toned Snowflake Tree Topper
Sparkling Snowflake, Silver-Toned Snowflake Tree Topper
Arti Sharma
Add some dazzle to your tree with this wonderful tree topper from India's Arti Sharma. The sparkling topper is crafted from aluminum in the shape of a snowflake, and lavishly adorned with silvery... read more$49.99Artist: Arti Sharma
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Sweet Canes
Colorful Guatemalan Glass Beaded Candy Cane Ornaments (Pair)
Sweet Canes, Colorful Guatemalan Glass Beaded Candy Cane Ornaments (Pair)
Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
Say members of the Santiago Atitlan Women's Group, "Christmas is a marvelous time time that allows us to share with our families, spend happy moments, remember, live, and to give thanks for... read more$19.99Artist: Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
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Fante Head
Handmade Sese Wood Holiday Ornaments (Set of 4)
Fante Head, Handmade Sese Wood Holiday Ornaments (Set of 4)
Anna Yawson
Decorate your Christmas tree in bright colors this year with these charming holiday ornaments designed by West Africa's Anna Yawson. Crafted from local sese wood, the ornaments are decorated in... read more$39.99Artist: Anna Yawson
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Bulldog Cheer
Bulldog Christmas Ornaments from India (Set of 6)
Bulldog Cheer, Bulldog Christmas Ornaments from India (Set of 6)
Afnan Mirza
Bulldog fans will adore these hand-crafted ornaments from Afnan Mirza in India. The black velvet dogs are clad in holiday sweaters and spiked collars that are formed from tiny glass beads and golden... read more$34.99Artist: Afnan Mirza
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Dragonfly Magic
Hand Crafted Yellow Beaded Ornaments from India (Set of 5)
Dragonfly Magic, Hand Crafted Yellow Beaded Ornaments from India (Set of 5)
Parvez A. Warsi
Exquisitely embroidered by hand, dragonflies hover on gossamer wings. Parvez A. Warsi showcases India's glittering zardozi work on a set of five ornaments. Beadwork complements each one.$34.99Artist: Parvez A. Warsi
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Golden Cross
Beaded Artisan Crafted Cross Ornaments from India (Set of 4)
Golden Cross, Beaded Artisan Crafted Cross Ornaments from India (Set of 4)
Seema
Crafted by hand, four golden crosses host long tassels. Beadwork covers the front of each one, and glittering golden zardozi embroidery accentuates them. Seema presents this exquisite set of Christmas... read more$39.99Artist: Seema
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Sparkling Holiday
Artisan Crafted Star-Shaped Tree Topper
Sparkling Holiday, Artisan Crafted Star-Shaped Tree Topper
Arti Sharma
Crown your tree with this spectacular tree topper from Arti Sharma in India. Crafted from aluminum, the star-shaped topper glitters with tiny golden glass beads and faceted clear acrylic 'stones'.$49.99Artist: Arti Sharma
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Colorful Crocodiles
Colorful Guatemalan Glass Beaded Crocodile Ornaments (Pair)
Colorful Crocodiles, Colorful Guatemalan Glass Beaded Crocodile Ornaments (Pair)
Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
Say members of the Santiago Atitlan Women's Group, "We love nature, its colors, its textures, and the creatures that live in it," and they express this love through a pair of ornaments. In a... read more$27.99Artist: Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
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Colorful Dragonflies
Guatemalan Glass Beaded Dragonfly Ornaments (Pair)
Colorful Dragonflies, Guatemalan Glass Beaded Dragonfly Ornaments (Pair)
Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
Say members of the Santiago Atitlan Women's Group, "We love nature, its colors, its textures, and the creatures that live in it," and they share this love through a pair of ornaments. In... read more$27.99Artist: Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
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Birds of Bollywood
Handcrafted Beaded Bird Ornaments (Set of 4)
Birds of Bollywood, Handcrafted Beaded Bird Ornaments (Set of 4)
Yusra
Four dazzling birds are ready to add some Bollywood flavor to your Christmas tree. Designed by Yusra in India, the ornaments are crafted from wood and covered on both sides with sparkling glass and... read more$23.99Artist: Yusra
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Joyful Kites
Sese Wood and Glass Bead Holiday Ornaments (Set of 4)
Joyful Kites, Sese Wood and Glass Bead Holiday Ornaments (Set of 4)
Anna Yawson
Give your Christmas tree a dash of charm this holiday season with these kite-shaped mask ornaments designed by West Africa's Anna Yawson. Crafted from local sese wood, the ornaments are decorated in... read more$39.99Artist: Anna Yawson
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Christmas Magic
Beaded ornaments (Set of 6)
Christmas Magic, Beaded ornaments (Set of 6)
Parvez A. Warsi
Dazzlingly beautiful, these elegant Christmas ornaments come from Parvez A. Warsi. Six colorful spheres reveal the opulence of classic zardozi embroidery and beadwork. They are stuffed with cotton.... read more$47.99Artist: Parvez A. Warsi
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New Life Stars
Recycled Newspaper Star-Shaped Holiday Ornaments (Set of 4)
New Life Stars, Recycled Newspaper Star-Shaped Holiday Ornaments (Set of 4)
Riris Mahanani
Artisan Riris Mahanani of Indonesia breathes new life into the every day with this set of four hand crafted star-shaped holiday ornaments made from recycled newspaper. The stars are embellished with... read more$14.99$12.74Artist: Riris Mahanani
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Radiant Snowflake
Red Beaded Snowflake Tree Topper
Radiant Snowflake, Red Beaded Snowflake Tree Topper
Arti Sharma
Add some holiday glamour to your tree with this wonderful tree topper from India's Arti Sharma. The sparkling topper is crafted from aluminum in the shape of a snowflake, and lavishly adorned with red... read more$39.99Artist: Arti Sharma
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Beautiful Octopi
Glass Beaded Octopus Ornaments from Guatemala (Pair)
Beautiful Octopi, Glass Beaded Octopus Ornaments from Guatemala (Pair)
Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
Members of the Santiago Atitlan Women's Group say, "We love nature, its colors, its textures, and the creatures that live in it," and they share this love through a pair of ornaments. In... read more$29.99Artist: Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
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Red Velvet Heart
Red Heart Shaped Beaded Ornaments from India (Set of 5)
Red Velvet Heart, Red Heart Shaped Beaded Ornaments from India (Set of 5)
Parvez A. Warsi
Velvet hearts in red speak of a timeless love. Covered with glittering zardozi embroidery, beadwork and diminutive flowers, the handcrafted ornaments are luxurious. Parvez A. Warsi crafts the... read more$29.99Artist: Parvez A. Warsi
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Free Flight
Hand-Beaded Glass Dragonfly Ornaments from Guatemala (Pair)
Free Flight, Hand-Beaded Glass Dragonfly Ornaments from Guatemala (Pair)
Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
Say members of the Santiago Atitlan Women's Group, "We love nature, its colors, its textures, and the creatures that live in it," and they express this love through a pair of ornaments. In... read more$27.99Artist: Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
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Season's Joy
Beaded ornaments (Set of 6)
Season's Joy, Beaded ornaments (Set of 6)
Parvez A. Warsi
Dazzlingly beautiful, these elegant Christmas ornaments come from Parvez A. Warsi. Six colorful spheres reveal the opulence of classic zardozi embroidery. Lavish beadwork adorns each one.$49.99Artist: Parvez A. Warsi
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Rejoice
Beaded ornaments (Set of 10)
Rejoice, Beaded ornaments (Set of 10)
Parvez A. Warsi
Beautifully embellishing a red velvet brocade, Parvez A. Warsi creates a stunning set of ornaments. Four splendid butterflies mingle with six fleur-de-lis. Crafted by hand, each of the ten lovely... read more$49.99Artist: Parvez A. Warsi
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Dazzling Noel
Reindeer and Star Ornaments (Set of 4)
Dazzling Noel, Reindeer and Star Ornaments (Set of 4)
Yusra
Add some dazzle to your holiday decor with this beautiful set of four ornaments from Yusra in India. Including two stars and two reindeer, the sparkling ornaments set is crafted from wood and lavished... read more$29.99Artist: Yusra
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Glittering Snowfall
Embellished Aluminum Snowflake Ornaments (Set of 4)
Glittering Snowfall, Embellished Aluminum Snowflake Ornaments (Set of 4)
Arti Sharma
Arti Sharma in India creates a different motif for each glittering snowflake in this set of four holiday ornaments. The artisan starts by creating an aluminum frame, embellishing her design with... read more$27.99Artist: Arti Sharma
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Bollywood Christmas
Hand Beaded and Embroidered Ornaments (Set of 4)
Bollywood Christmas, Hand Beaded and Embroidered Ornaments (Set of 4)
Parvez A. Warsi
Add some dazzle to your tree with this set of four ornaments from India's Parvez A. Warsi. The ornaments are crafted from brown polyester satin and lavishly beaded and embroidered in shades of red... read more$23.99Artist: Parvez A. Warsi
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Paisley Holiday
Hand Beaded Gold Paisley Christmas Ornaments (Set of 4)
Paisley Holiday, Hand Beaded Gold Paisley Christmas Ornaments (Set of 4)
Seema
Crafted by hand, four golden paisley motifs host long tassels. Beadwork adorns the front of each one, and glittering golden zardozi embroidery depicts flowers and vines. Seema presents this exquisite... read more$29.99Artist: Seema
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Maple Leaves
Beaded ornaments (Set of 12)
Maple Leaves, Beaded ornaments (Set of 12)
Parvez A. Warsi
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... read more$39.99Artist: Parvez A. Warsi
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Butterfly Fantasy
Wood Butterfly and Tassel Holiday Ornaments (Set of 4)
Butterfly Fantasy, Wood Butterfly and Tassel Holiday Ornaments (Set of 4)
Arti Sharma
This set of four holiday ornaments will bring the magic of butterflies in flight to your holiday tree. Presented by Arti Sharma of India, these hand crafted ornaments feature a cheerful orange, pink... read more$25.99Artist: Arti Sharma
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Sparkling Petals
Beadwork ornaments (Set of 12)
Sparkling Petals, Beadwork ornaments (Set of 12)
Parvez A. Warsi
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... read more$29.99Artist: Parvez A. Warsi
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Harvest Dazzle
Orange and Black Bead Rhinestone Accented Garland from India
Harvest Dazzle, Orange and Black Bead Rhinestone Accented Garland from India
Pooja Arora
Decorate for harvest time, Halloween, or Thanksgiving with this lovely wool felt garland. Plastic balls are wrapped with alternating rows of orange cotton thread and rhinestones and strung along with... read more$19.99Artist: Pooja Arora
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Novica artisans always strive to craft high-quality, environmentally-conscious pieces. They look for ways to reuse and repurpose materials, and have discovered creative methods of sculpting ornaments out of recycled cardboard and paper. Leftover materials from past projects, such as albesia wood, felt, and even cement, all find new life in eco-friendly ornaments. Each artist lists their materials under product details. You will find complete transparency in those descriptions and discover a large selection of eco-friendly Christmas decorations.


The most commonly used materials for handmade ornaments depends on resources available to the craftsman. Balinese artisans incorporate hand-painted wood and iron. Artisans in India, Central America, and Mexico work in clay, ceramics, and natural fibers. But even when regions utilize the same materials, their unique craftsmanship shines through in style and design. In India, the ancient technique of zardozi embroidery uses thin copper wires to make beautiful, sparkling Christmas ornaments. Artists are able to take common, everyday elements and turn them into extraordinary, one-of-a-kind pieces.


We love giving ornaments as gifts because they are creative, unique, and meaningful during the holiday season. Whether youre looking for hand-painted works, beaded wonders, or woven treasures, each one is a piece of culture and history. Look for whimsical ornaments from Thailand designed with images of elephants and bells. Search for matte chiseled pumpkins and owls by Peruvian artisans. Central American ornaments delight with hand-painted perfection. Whether you choose a decorative stocking from West Africa or a hand-blown glass masterpiece from the Andes, decorations are a wonderful way to spread some holiday cheer!


Hand painted ornaments differ significantly from region to region. Each depicts specific themes and images important to the culture. In the Andes, ornaments often feature owls, costumed characters, and angels. Bali expresses its festivities with design focused around stars, snowflakes, and traditional Christmas figures. Thailand, Mexico and India have popularized designs surrounding animals and intricate depictions of nature. Handmade ornaments are festive works that highlight the unique skills and cultures of artisans from around the world.


Excellent question! Decorations should definitely be handled with care. Store them in clean, safe spaces with minimal exposure to harsh particles. For extra precaution, pack each ornament separately so as to avoid breakage. Most ornaments do not require extensive cleaning, but if it should become necessary, always use soaps and detergents free from harsh chemicals. Mostly, a simple wipe should be enough to remove dust and tree debris.


From table tops to floor set-ups beneath the Christmas tree, nativity scenes are a traditional holiday centerpiece in homes around the world. Often entire families come together to partake in the experience. While there is no single right way to set up a nativity scene, certain details tend to cross regional and cultural divides. Biblical characters, animals and religious props often form the foundation of the nativity scene, while customizable pieces add extra flare. Hanging stars showcase the night sky. Decorated motifs, backdrops, ornaments, and figurines may be used to embellish a simple scene.


Absolutely! Artisans that create beaded ornaments use skills passed down for generations. Whether beads are hand-sewn onto fabric, as is the case with many of our Indian ornaments, or strung onto nylon twine, as with many West African ornaments, each piece is made with careful attention to detail.


Different cultures and regions celebrate the holidays in their own unique ways, emphasizing various decor, art, and symbolism. In the Andes, for example, Christmas ornaments consist of clay pendants in the shapes of fruit, animals, and multicolored, knitted fabrics. Bali utilizes wood, iron and even recycled paper to craft ornaments, which are often in the shape of stars, Santa Claus figurines, snowflakes, and reindeer. In the regions of Brazil and Thailand, artisans utilize hand-painted ceramics, wood, and natural fibers, while Mexico is famous for their pottery and clay. India specializes in pieces made out of decorative embroidery. Each region crafts celebratory ornaments that highlight the unique customs and art forms within their communities.
Featured Reviews on Holiday Decor
Beaded ornaments, 'Red Velvet Heart' (set of 5)





By Jennifer
Beautiful!
Beautiful unique item. Looks beautiful on Christmas tree, but also beautiful and unique Valentines Day decor.
Ornaments, 'Dragonfly Magic' (set of 5)





By Kathleen
Perfect gift
I purchased these as a surprise gift for my sister, who loves all things dragonfly. She just texted me a pic of them on her tree - they are so beautiful and she loves them.
Glass beaded ornaments, 'Lovely Canes' (pair)





By Timothy
Beautiful
I had already purchased the other colored canes and was so pleased that I ordered more of them and then these, too. The Santiago Atitlan Womens Group does an absolutely amazing job with their creations. Thanks so much to them and to Novica! Looking forward to more of your lovely creations!
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