creative coasters

Enjoy your drinks between the bold peaks that decorate this set of four coasters from Mexico. Heir of the ancient Zapotec textile technique, artisan Jaime Sosa creates this geometric-patterned set, combining wool yarns with a palette of aubergine and saffron hues.

Handcrafted in the style of Thailand's Lahu people, geometric motifs appear in neutral cotton patchwork with purple borders. Artisans from Thai Tribal Crafts create this beautiful set of six coasters. Lahu women often augment their family's income with textile crafts, including this type of patchwork appliqué.

A festival of flowers bathes in a magical aura, allowing Mohammad Hussain Baba's newest design to display a charming sensation. The Indian artisan works with weeping willow wood to create this set of six coasters in a box, all featuring a papier mache finish of smooth texture. The pieces are hand-painted with colorful floral details on a purple base color, evoking the enchanting side of the spring season.

Rich tones of gold on deep red-brown mingle in a joyous brocade. This design by Keawpankanlaya showcases the ancient Thai technique known as yok dok, which once added glittery details with threads made of finely beaten silver or gold. Created in luxurious silk and cotton, this set includes placemats, generous napkins and coasters for four. They arrive in a silk gift box.

Let the spirit of the sea take over your style with these lovely dangle earrings by Ayu Ary. The Balinese artisan draws inspiration from the stunning coasts of the region to create the design, featuring seashells made from cow bone and painted by hand in a meticulous process that imitates nature. As a handy touch, sterling silver hooks allow easy use.

Evoking the regal feathers of the pheasant, green and purple mingle and blend. Woven by hand, this beautiful 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.

It easily packs for travel to the beach or lake. Extender ropes (measuring 1 meter), hammock hooks ("S" hooks), and step-by-step instructions included for easy installation.

NOTE: Because each is woven individually by hand, measurements may vary by as much as ten centimeters. There may be slight color variations from hammock to hammock.

Evoking the regal feathers of the pheasant, green and purple mingle and blend. Woven by hand, this beautiful 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.

It easily packs for travel to the beach or lake. Extender ropes (measuring 1 meter), hammock hooks ("S" hooks), and step-by-step instructions included for easy installation.

NOTE: Because each is woven individually by hand, measurements may vary by as much as ten centimeters. There may be slight color variations from hammock to hammock.

This colorful hammock holds the promise of a deep and relaxing siesta. Woven on a traditional loom, this modern version replicates those created by the Maya people centuries ago. From the Maya Artists of Yucatan, this hammock is embellished with a plethora of rich and vibrant colors.

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.

It easily packs for travel to the beach or lake. Extender ropes (measuring 1 meter), hammock hooks ("S" hooks), and step-by-step instructions included for easy installation.

NOTE: Because each is woven individually by hand, measurements may vary by as much as ten centimeters. There may be slight color variations from hammock to hammock.