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"This beautiful doll represents the union of all the peoples of the world living in harmony and peace, no matter what our religion or culture is," Iliana Hernandez says. She crochets a delightful display doll to convey this message.

"Each one of the flowers she wears symbolizes a continent — continents that are united in union, harmony and love. Today we live in a world where there's so much pain. That's why this doll represents the cry for peace from everyone on the planet, human beings and even nature that is affected by contamination."

Alexander Alvarado in Costa Rica combines cement with river sand, ground granite, nylon fibers and colorants to create this fun set of three home accents. The heart-shaped accents in grey each feature a message: Peace, Hope and Love.

Alexander Alvarado in Costa Rica combines cement with river sand, ground granite, nylon fibers and colorants to create this fun set of three home accents. The heart-shaped accents in grey and white each feature a message: Peace, Hope and Love.

This beautiful rendition of Buddha seated on a lotus flower is designed and crafted by Wayan Rendah. Using Balinese suar wood, he carves the image by hand with brilliant attention to detail. Each fold and crease of Buddha's robe and lotus petal work is depicted with expert precision. The master sits in a traditional meditative prayer-pose and is sure to bring an aura of peace and calm to your home.

Guatemalan artist Alejandra Paiz brings us an elegant suncatcher featuring a ring with glass beads and crystals. Its design in cold tones makes it perfect for adding a mystic touch to your environment, and its nickel chain allows a secure hang.

An abstract figure sits in a full lotus position in this charming wood sculpture from Bali. Originating from ancient India, the lotus posture is said to encourage breathing properly which can help calm your nerves. Eka presents the serene design, which is hand carved by local artisans from suar wood and finished naturally.

Superbly carved from suar wood, two hearts beat as one. "This sculpture symbolizes the hearts of lovers that danced and melted in peace and a rich rhythm of life," says Luh Mas Sri Pertamiari as she presents this beautiful piece of art.

Sitting in lotus position, fingertips slightly touching, a human figure exudes the calm that comes from meditating. Suar wood lends its warm brown grain to enhance the expressive nature of this hand-carved sculpture by Bali's Eka.

Peruvian artist Cesar Gonzales combines five natural gemstones to create this stunning obelisk statuette. With aragonite and serpentine for health and energy, onyx and jasper for protection and serenity, and angelite to increase perception and bring consciousness of thecelestial world, this work of art is created to bring peace and prosperity to the home.

A serene cat sits in lotus pose as if in prayer ormeditation in this charming sculpture. Hand carved inBali from local suar wood and signed by artist NengahSudarsana, who shares his love for animals through his work.

Swaying and dancing to a hypnotic tune, Kokopelli abandons himself to the rhythms of his music. His long hair blows in the breeze as he pipes a plaintive melody on his flute. J. Blas sculpts the legendary deity in elaborate detail. He first cuts metal sheets and hammers them into three-dimensional shape. Welded together, they are adorned with airy cut-out work and finished with lead-free paint.

Kokopelli dates back to pre-historic times; regarded as a deity, he is usually depicted with a humped back, playing a flute. Ancient legends suggest Kokopelli was a Toltec trader who traveled from central Mexico to the United States' southwestern deserts and mountains, where he is featured in the form of rock art dating thousands of years. Kokopelli played his flute to announce his arrival and according to Pueblo legends, he carried seeds, babies and blankets in his hump which he offered to the maidens he seduced.

To the Hopi, Kokopelli plays his flute to draw heat from the Earth and thus make the seeds grow. His name derives from Koko ("wood") and pilau ("hump"). Kokopelli is believed to be present whenever life comes forth from seed – plant or animal.

Glowing with powerful elegance, this onyx pyramid is said to bring serenity. César González sculpts the mighty piece, accenting clear lines as well as the beauty of this dark and mysterious stone.