animal carving

Hand knit using the intarsia technique, this cardigan sweater designed by Anaychay in Peru is stunning. The artisans use soft, warm 100% alpaca wool, a fiber highly prized by the ancient Inca. The front of the sweater features a bold graphic llama design in black, white, spice and emerald; the back is solid black.

Artisan Teodolinda Seguil of Peru transforms a gourd into a charming sling bag with Andean motifs. After hand-carving the gourd, Teodolinda hand-paints in colorful shades every floral and bird detail that embellishes her creation. This sling bag features an adjustable strap and leather tabs that hold the snap closure, creating a unique and lovely accessory.