charming ornaments

A myriad of arrows ornament this charming wrap bracelet equipped with a pewter button clasp. Handcrafted by Álvaro Ratzan in Guatemala, this youthful accessory is made with glass beads aligned in an elaborate pattern for a unique touch.

Add a touch of modern grace to those serene alabaster hues. Artisan Saqib Khan of India works with talent on this pair of cotton cushion covers, whose front is embellished with a charming embroidery work made of acrylic yarns arranged in a zigzag pattern—ideal for adding oneiric and calm sensations to your interiors.

Equipped with an interior pocket and a zipper closure, this convenient accessory displays Thailand's exquisite arts in each of the details decorating its design. Kunlaya Pangsiri presents this cotton sling, accented with a comfortable red strap that gracefully complements that floral-patterned front. In addition, aluminum and plastic beads add a charming touch to the piece, while wood beads, bells and acrylic pompoms decorate each side.

Charming colors and traditional motifs come together in a fascinating design by Nuchsuwan from Thailand. Proud of her heritage, the artisan handcrafts a cotton tote bag with a Hmong pattern on the front, all made using the cross-stitch technique and aluminum beads. Furthermore, the accessory features a cotton lining, an interior pocket, a coconut shell button closure and little plastic beads dangling with grace from the item.

This charming and cheerful floral shoulder bag is presented by Seema in India. The handbag is crafted of assorted floral and solid strips of cotton fabric in pretty pastel shades, with a reverse side and interior of ivory cotton. Sequins and rows of colorful glass beads embellish the bag and elevate it from the ordinary. The shoulder bag features a magnetic snap closure and an adjustable-length strap.

Accompanied by an elephant, a young Lanna (northern Thai) woman is pensive. Baskets of flowers adorn her tranquil country environment, and a spiraling plant motif swirls upward like her thoughts. Alaya Cholprasertsuk's design depicts this beautiful scene using batik on 100% cotton. Charming and original, these cushion covers are ideal for an informal contemporary decor.

Batik is a fabric art in which the cloth is stretched on a wooden frame and the design sketched with a pencil. Then a mixture of melted wax and resin (70%/30%) is painted onto areas where color is not desired and the fabric is dipped in a solution of reactive dye, water, salt, and sodium bicarbonate. When the fabric is crumpled into the dying solution, the wax cracks, creating an attractive network of fine lines. The wax is removed and process is repeated for each color utilized. Finally, the cloth is washed and rinsed to remove any excess dye.

This pair will feature the same design, but the colors may vary slightly to those pictured, making each a unique work of art.