creative gifts

Rugged brown leather is embossed with Inca motifs and llamas to create this beautiful backpack from Peru's Kathiana Quispe. The leather is paired with hand-loomed wool fabric that features more Inca-inspired designs. Sling the bag over one shoulder, or unzip the wide strap to carry the bag like a backpack. The fully-lined interior includes a zipper pocket to keep small items secure.

A tapestry of heritage framed in sleek leather, this dazzling wallet showcases a cotton panel alive with Hill Tribe motifs intricately pieced together through fine embroidery and weaving. Thai artisan Chirada creates a patchwork design that blends vivid tradition with everyday practicality, featuring sturdy brass fixtures and a magnetic snap closure. Inside, two fully lined, zippered compartments open to reveal ten card slots, one zippered pocket for coins, one bill compartment, one multi-purpose slot and a clear ID window, keeping your essentials neatly stored in striking style.

Bold patterns explode across this colorful leather wallet's cotton blend panel, where Hill Tribe patchwork artistry meets modern functionality in spectacular fashion. Artisan Chirada's vibrant embroidered design creates a striking cultural mosaic that transforms this essential accessory into a portable celebration of Thai craftsmanship. The fully lined, dual-sided interior maximizes organization with intelligent compartmentalization. One zippered section houses separate bill and coin compartments while the opposite side features a secure brass snap closure protecting twelve individual card slots and two versatile multi-purpose pockets. Built with robust brass hardware throughout, this thoughtfully engineered wallet seamlessly blends traditional textile techniques with contemporary storage solutions.

This colorful circular fan comes from creative Ghanaian designer Ali Mohammed. The artisan uses cotton printed with an eclectic pattern in varying shades of blue, green, orange, and yellow. The delightful fan features supple leather handles, and can be secured closed with a leather knot on the rear of the fan when not in use.

Ghanaian artisan Robert Ayine Anaba hand weaves this unique natural fiber tote bag. The bag is created from dyed raffia and features two leather straps. A striped motif in yellow, green and violet is featured on the front.

Transform your accessories game with this stunning blue leather sling bag that effortlessly marries timeless elegance with modern versatility. Adorned with intricate hand-tooled floral and vine patterns, its refined texture sets a new standard for sophisticated style. The removable, adjustable strap empowers you to switch between a fashionable crossbody and a sleek clutch in seconds. Inside, plush suede lining cradles your belongings while two card slots and a secure brass zippered closure ensure everything stays perfectly organized. This exquisite creation by Indian artisan Vikram Uberoi is a statement of impeccable taste and unparalleled craftsmanship.