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Possessing an eternal elegance, this simple and beautiful ring from Guatemala circles the finger with a band of sterling silver. Estuardo Jimenez designs the ring, elaborating the brushed-satin band with a gleaming high-polish center channel that circles the finger with grace.

This unique bracelet is a long band of braided beads which wrap around your wrist various times, then fastened using a Tibetan-style pewter button. It is made by artisan Domingo Reanda, who was taught the basics of weaving by his farming family, but he found he had a real talent for this and other handcrafts.

Artisan Domingo explains, "To create this bracelet, I found inspiration in the color green, known as the hue of clover, symbolizing luck. Additionally, I incorporated shades of gold and yellow, which in numerous cultures symbolize financial abundance. I aspire for this bracelet to serve as a constant reminder that numerous blessings await, and maintaining a positive attitude will perpetually draw positive surprises into your life."

For this design, I chose a symbol of peace in practically all cultures and countries — a dove with an olive branch." says Alejandra Paiz of this delicate and unique beaded suncatcher. "It represents hope and the desire for a new and peaceful beginning on Earth. It's associated with purity and spirituality.

"I say a prayer for peace," the Guatemalan artisan continues. "And I ask that we pray it together. 'No more wars. We want peace. May this peace dove reach all the homes of the world.'

"The principles of peace are love, justice and truth. Nothing is more valuable than peace, and it's the basic starting point for humanity to progress.

"I share sensations of peace with the beautiful crystals that reflect the sun's light to illuminate the heart and soul. We seek that which gives meaning to our lives. Peace. Let's be a source of light instead of darkness."

Alejandra crafts the suncatcher by hand with crystal, glass and pewter beads, stainless steel ring and wire, a nickel chain and a zinc dove pendant.

"A dove with an olive branch is a symbol of peace recognized virtually in all cultures and countries. It represents hope and our aspirations of achieving a new, peaceful beginning. It is also associated with purity and spirituality," says Alejandra Paiz of this breathtaking suncatcher.

"I say a prayer for peace," the Guatemalan artisan continues. "And I ask that we pray it together. 'No more wars. We want peace. May this peace dove reach all the homes of the world.'

"The principles of peace are love, justice and truth. Nothing is more valuable than peace, and it's the basic starting point for humanity to progress.

"I share sensations of peace with the beautiful crystals that reflect the sun's light to illuminate the heart and soul. We seek that which gives meaning to our lives. Peace. Let's be a source of light instead of darkness."

Alejandra crafts the suncatcher by hand with crystal, glass and pewter beads, stainless steel ring and wire, a nickel chain and a zinc dove pendant.

"I convey peace with beautiful crystals that reflect the sunlight and illuminate our hearts and souls. Let's look for peace, which is what gives meaning to our lives. Let's be light, not darkness," says Alejandra Paiz, who crafts this one-of-a-kind beaded suncatcher depicting the universal symbol of peace — a dove holding an olive branch.

"This suncatcher represents hope and the desire for a new and peaceful beginning on Earth, made of components associated with purity and spirituality.

"I say a prayer for peace," the Guatemalan artisan continues. "And I ask that we pray it together. 'No more wars. We want peace. May this peace dove reach all the homes of the world.'

"The principles of peace are love, justice and truth. Nothing is more valuable than peace, and it's the basic starting point for humanity to progress. Here I share sensations of peace with the beautiful crystals that reflect the sun's light to illuminate the heart and soul."

The artisan handcrafts this stunning suncatcher from crystal, glass and pewter beads, stainless steel ring and wire, nickel chains and a zinc dove pendant.

Say goodbye to dull wine carriers and hello to this fabulous foldable wine bottle bag by Guatemala’s Fernando and Ana Cecilia hand-woven from cotton and adorned with olive, brick and beige stripes. With sturdy material, cotton straps and a fully lined interior with a divider, you can carry up to four bottles of wine securely and comfortably. Plus, the elastic band on the front allows for easy storage when not in use.

Want to take your favorite wine everywhere with style? Look no further than this chic foldable wine bottle bag hand-woven in cotton with comfortable cotton straps that allows you to securely carry up to four bottles. Not only that, but the fully lined interior with a divider ensures your wines stay safe and organized. And when you're not using this gorgeous design by Guatemala’s Fernando and Ana Cecilia featuring aqua, grey and maize stripes, the elastic band on the front allows you to fold it for easy storage.

Don't settle for a dull wine carrier when you can make a statement with this splendid foldable wine bottle bag hand-woven from exquisite cotton and adorned with Prussian blue, pink, maize and ruby red stripes. Thanks to its sturdy material, the bag by Guatemala’s Fernando and Ana Cecilia can easily carry up to four bottles without compromising on style. The cotton straps and fully lined interior with a divider make it a cinch to carry your wine securely and comfortably while the elastic band on the front allows you to easily fold the bag away when not in use.