backyard decor

Painted by hand in warm, happy colors, this gecko is born of prehistoric cave art. J. Blas sculpts the gently curving silhouette from sheet iron. It depicts Kokopelli, a prehistoric image regarded as a deity who plays a flute. Legends suggest Kokopelli was a Toltec trader. He traveled from central Mexico to the southwestern deserts and mountains of the U.S. where he is featured in rock paintings dating back thousands of years.

The delicious saffron orange hue of this hammock is certain to enliven any spot you wish to hang it and relax. Woven by hand, this cotton hammock comes from Maya Artists of the Yucatán who create it in the same way they have for centuries.

Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother, due to the comfortable manner in which the body is held and swung within its cradle. Maya Artists of the Yucatan seek to preserve time-honored customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Maya hammock. For them, the hammock is a work of art. Their hammocks are incredibly comfortable, easy to maintain, and may be stored just about anywhere.

Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in color from those shown in the images.

This gorgeous hammock swing is the perfect spot to bask on warm afternoons. The Maya Artists of Yucatan collective hand-weave it from 100% cotton rope in a bright pumpkin orange tone, and add a long braided fringe for a dramatic look. Ropes, wooden rod, and hammock hooks are provided for easy installation.

Hammocks have been used by Mayan peoples since pre-Hispanic times. The Maya Artists of the Yucatan collective seeks to keep this ancient art alive by providing its members with training, access to new materials and techniques, and financial support.

Kick back and relax with your favorite book or a cold drink in this gorgeous hammock swing. The Maya Artists of Yucatan collective hand-weave it from 100% cotton rope in bright deep orange and add a beautiful tasseled fringe for a very glamorous finish. Ropes, wooden rod, and hammock hooks are provided for easy installation.

Hammocks have been used by Mayan peoples since pre-Hispanic times. The Maya Artists of the Yucatan collective seeks to keep this ancient art alive by providing its members with training, access to new materials and techniques, and financial support.

Thai artisan Nikom presents this cheerful garden umbrella, just right for providing relief from the summer sun or adding festive cheer to your outdoor party. The decorative umbrella is crafted from hand-painted cotton and natural bamboo. The umbrella comes with a handy cotton storage pouch; the pole disassembles for convenience.

Please note: Umbrella is intended for decorative and occasional use; it should not be left outdoors continuously or allowed to get wet.

Umbrella stand sold separately.

Textile designer Seema creates morning marigolds on golden brown cushion covers. Lavish embroidery emulates India's traditional aari chain stitch trimmed with golden sequin clusters. The reverse side is a solid matching beige with a zipper opening for cushion inserts (not included).

Cool and serene, the moon is mesmerized by the sun's ardent fire. Alejandro de Esesarte celebrates their eternal romance in a wall sculpture. The Mexican artisan works in steel to shape the lovely image, painting it by hand in festive colors that shade from deep purple to bright orange.

Because each piece is individually hand-crafted and painted, size and color could vary slightly.