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The colorful mountains of Colombia are a testimony to the region's vibrant and cheerful traditions. Drawing inspiration from the country's colorful textiles and natural landscapes, designer Lorette Menjura works with local artisans to create this acrylic coin purse with a colorful geometric pattern in a tufted style. The accessory also features a zippered closure, a braided strap, a cute blue pompom and a polyester lining.

La Guajira is a magical Colombian region blessed by the sun, which keeps the natural landscapes illuminated for long hours, making the daylight longer. Inspired by this phenomenon, designer Lorette Menjura works with local artisans to create an acrylic coin purse featuring a colorful design in honor of the shiny Guajira sun, all made with handmade tufting techniques. The accessory also comes with a zippered closure, a little braided strap, a green pompom and a polyester lining.

One of the best ways to find peace is by traveling because you can discover wonderful places, new aspects of yourself and the tranquility of learning that your problems become small compared to the big, vast world. This is Peruvian artisan Kathiana Quispe's particular vision of what world peace means and she conveys it in this delightful leather passport cover that invites you to find your way to your next destination soon. Embellished with an acrylic Andean textile and the image of an introspective llama, the passport cover features two interior pockets to carry your documents safely.

Artisan Kathiana Quispe designs this passport holder to share her vision of world peace, for others to carry with them as they explore and better understand the world: "Peace is within, and one of the best ways to find it is by traveling," the artisan explains. "Traveling, you find yourself, discover new emotions, new corners, and the calmness that comes with the realization that the world is so big that your own problems become small."

The artist explains that llamas are positive, adaptable creatures known for their balance and action. They are also protectors, known to keep predators away from flocks and herds of smaller animals.

To Kathiana Quispe, the represent an image of a path to peace, as does the concept of a passport itself, increasing understanding and appreciations between far distant peoples.

Her dark brown leather passport design is enhanced with a handloomed Andean textile. The interior features a polyester lining, and pockets to secure a passport.

Thailand's Violet knits a lovely accessory with a merry and graceful aura. Working with acrylic yarns in pink and brown hues, the artisan uses a scallop stitch to create this soft capelet, perfect for an adorable style. As the final touch, the artisan adds tassels for a chic vibe.

Keep yourself warm and cozy in this chilly season with a delightful pair of socks from India. Preserving the traditional style passed down through generations—and supporting local organizations in the Himalayan Valley region—these calf-length slipper-style socks are crafted from a durable acrylic and nylon blend yarn in a charming combination of black and beige hues.

S fits women’s shoe sizes 8 to 9.5 and men’s 7 to 8.5

M Fits women’s shoe sizes 9.5 to 11 and men’s 9 to 10.5

L Fits women’s shoe sizes above 12 and men’s sizes above 11

Artisans Armine and Stella dress the winter season in a palette of red and white hues, creating these knit mittens. The Armenian team blends acrylic and wool threads in the design's sweet snowflake pattern, which completes its cozy essence with ribbed cuffs.