handmade gift

This cute bag handmade with aluminum and topped with a charming flower can be used both as a decorative accent and as a gift bag. Engraved by hand by Margarita Revilla in Mexico, the bag features spiral motifs, and has a polyester lining and a bright crimson recycled glass bead to enhance the flower ornament.

Square domes stand side-by-side, decorating the perimeter of this rectangular photo frame from India. Riris Simanjuntak designs the photo frame, crafting it of tightly-wound recycled magazine and newspaper for a multicolored look.

Decorated with lacy leaf silhouettes, six notebooks are covered in happy jewel-like colors. Komang Sulaksana creates each one with 50 rice straw pages. The covers are crafted of recycled paper and bound with agel grass cord tied around cinnamon sticks.

Through the Callotl Project, the Domenech Foundation in El Salvador focuses on the sustainable development of the Costa del Sol region and the conservation of sea turtles. They achieve this goal by creating sustainable products made from parts of the coconut fruit that were previously underutilized and often burned as firewood in the area. Their creations are not only eco-friendly products but also a reflection of the flora, fauna and breathtaking landscapes of the region. Salvadoran artisans expertly carve coconut shells to create this practical soap dish, featuring a modern design with three drainage holes and a pinewood base, perfect for securely holding your soap bars in place while adding an organic touch to your bathroom.

A sapphire peacock of golden wings and an emerald and sapphire tail is the proud national bird of India. It graces the cover of this handcrafted journal, whose back cover replicates an ancient postcard with a court stamp paper and immigration stamp. The screen printed images are bordered by olive green cotton, including the ribbon. From Asha Prabha, the journal features 48 pages of blank handmade paper.

The peacock, a symbol of royalty, divinity and elegance, is the main inspiration for artisans Asha Prabha and Isha Jain of India, bringing this marvelous curated gift set to life. Displaying sublime artistry and beauty, the artisans fill the box with charming designs, which include a handmade paper journal with a precious peacock portrait, a convenient cotton open-top shoulder bag featuring an elegant peacock silhouette, and a majestic cotton and silk shawl whose teal hue is ornamented with zari threads.

Love is in the air with this romantic gift box curated from the NOVICA Collection featuring various products handmade by Indonesian artisans that convey infinite passion for that very special person in your life. A loving and tender kiss is shared between a couple in this abstract sculpture by Wayan Rendah delicately carved by hand from suar wood. Hearts are known to be the ultimate symbol of love and there is a parade of them in this fabulous pair of sterling silver ear climber earrings by Dewa Arimbawa to dazzle anytime, anywhere. And for a more intimate declaration of love, nothing like writing down your feelings in a journal especially if it's as unique as this design by Komang Sulaksana which features 100 pages of handmade rice straw paper, a pandan leaf cover, fabric lining as well as a grass cord binding and a cinnamon stick as decoration.

The NOVICA team puts together a charming gift set showcasing delightful accessories from Indonesia inspired by the adorable turtle. A divine jewelry box is the ideal spot to safeguard your cherished rings and small accessories, meticulously handcrafted from crocodile wood, adorned with a vibrant forest motif intricately painted by hand and lined with faux velvet. Hand-carved from suar wood, a beautiful door stop featuring a cute baby turtle is not just practical but also an enchanting addition to your decor. Perfect for whiling away the hours doodling, drawing or writing, the vibrant journal is handcrafted with banana bark, agel grass cords and kupu-kupu leaves dyed in a lush green shade, bound with agel grass cord, adorned with a cinnamon stick and complete with 80 pages handmade of recycled paper and rice straw.

For your next trip, don't forget to pack this splendid gift box curated from the NOVICA Collection with everything you need to make your getaway memorable. No matter the destination, make a fashion statement while keeping things organized with the loveliest rayon infinity scarf that Saktut Raitawati decorates with batik motifs and tops with a zippered pocket so you won't lose your hotel key, passport or credit card. Need an additional dash of style for your travel outfits? Then this fabulous pendant bracelet by Henry Anthony Sanny with an adjustable cord and tiger's eye and brass accents is all you need to shine during your adventures abroad. And just so you don't forget any detail of your trip, you can write about your unforgettable experiences in a bright journal by Komang Sulaksana crafted from woven pandan leaves with cinnamon sticks and agel grass cords as a binder on banana bark as the base, featuring 100 unlined rice straw paper pages and a glass-covered opening on the front for your favorite photo taken during your vacation. This must-have set features selected products handmade by Indonesian artisans and comes beautifully wrapped.

Making use of discarded mahogany wood from large factories, woodworking artisan Christian Vasquez carves this detailed pen and holder using methods he has developed since carving his first piece of wood in 1989. The handsome red-brown timber displays nicely under all lighting conditions, with its straight sanded grain, lacquer and varnish finish. The holder can be folded for transport or when not in use. Built to last a lifetime, the pen accepts standard Bic replacement ball-point refills, of which two are included.

Thailand's Tumthong uses ancient techniques to transform saa barks into an eco-friendly set of three wrapping papers full of spring's essence. Each in a unique yellow, pink and green floral design, their lightweight structure of 35 grams allows you to easily add a personal touch to those gifs to honor your loved ones.

Butterflies alight amid cherry blossoms against a scarlet sky. By Nikom, this delightful parasol is crafted of bamboo and handmade saa, or mulberry bark paper.