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Traditional to the Javanese islands, this majestic door stop will add a fun and graceful touch to your interiors. Retno Pratiwi works with traditional methods to create this pule wood accessory whose charming cat shape symbolizes cunning and independence, all ornamented with a red-toned batik pattern made by hand.

Old Saint Nick is as festive as the Christmas star in a set of four ornaments from Bali. Wayan Cidra, from Bhakti Senang Hat, crafts each albesia wood ornament by hand and paints them red. The set of four ornaments hangs from golden cords.

"I'm the youngest of five siblings and our parents are farmers in Gianyar. I never went to school because of my parent's financial limitations, and also because I got poliomyelitis when I was just a child and it left me with weakened knees. I wanted to help my parents in some way, so I have been crafting ornaments since I was 14 years old. I felt so proud to myself when I received my very first income. Although I'm not really happy with my physical condition, I'm happy doing ornaments and hopefully my products can make more people happy. My hobby is singing traditional Balinese songs. I'm married and we have a son and a daughter. My wife is the one who helps me in making these ornaments, which I hope makes people’s Christmas happier."

The classic Javanese artistry depicts a gracious giraffe in an adorable style, all made with batik techniques. Inspired by the region's floral richness, Retno Pratiwi works on pule wood to hand-carve this giraffe sculpture, later painted in a palette of red and yellow hues that transform the piece into a charming folk art design.

Directly from the stunning Javanese lands, this pule wood decorative bowl displays the beauty of the traditional batik pattern in its enchanting details. Made by Retno Pratiwi in a palette of red hues, the piece comes in a handy oblong shape that makes it perfect to complement several ambiances.