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Festivity
Clear Gilded Glass Nativity Scene from Peru (10 Piece)
Festivity, Clear Gilded Glass Nativity Scene from Peru (10 Piece)
Milton Rios
In celebration of Christmas, Peruvian artisan Milton Rios creates this festive nativity scene to add to your home decor. Crafted from clear and light blue glass, this 10-piece set depicts the three... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Milton Rios
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Andean Festivity
Clear Gilded Glass Nativity Scene from Peru (12 Piece)
Andean Festivity, Clear Gilded Glass Nativity Scene from Peru (12 Piece)
Milton Rios
Capturing the spirit of Christmas, Peruvian artisan Milton Rios creates a delightful and charming 12-piece nativity scene. Crafted from glass in clear and blue tones, this set depicts the traditional... read more$49.99$44.99Artist: Milton Rios
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Brilliant Night
Handcrafted Glass Beaded Garland from Guatemala
Brilliant Night, Handcrafted Glass Beaded Garland from Guatemala
Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
Guatemala's Santiago Atitlan Women's Group create a wonderful piece of holiday decor. Wrapping the tree, this garland is handcrafted with petite glass beads in tones of white, beige, grey, and clear.$49.99$44.99Artist: Santiago Atitlan Women's Group
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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'.$49.99$44.99Artist: Arti Sharma
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Midnight Clear
Hand Blown Glass Nativity (10 Pieces)
Midnight Clear, Hand Blown Glass Nativity (10 Pieces)
Milton Rios
This brilliant 10-piece nativity scene is created by self-taught artisan Milton Rios in Peru. Accented with gold paint, the figures are crafted from crystal clear hand-blown glass. The set makes a... read more$54.99$49.49Artist: Milton Rios
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The Village Council
Your answers straight from the village experts


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.
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Milton Rios Blown glass art
"This technique requires a lot of patience, practice, perseverance, desire, and passion, which are qualities I apply to this day."