interesting gifts

Each of these fiery petals is a symbol of happiness, even more so if bathed in a warm orange hue. Danai's newest lariat necklace—crafted in Thailand—captures the elegance of a chrysanthemum flower to make it the main accent of this 22k gold-plated accessory, polished for a refined look.

Tiny mushrooms invite you to explore the adorable side of nature while helping the environment recover from pollution. Guatemalan artisan Rosario Leiva works with recycled CDs and an advanced process to create these cute dangle earrings, whose orange hue exudes joy. On top of that, the earrings feature sterling silver hooks for comfortable use.

This generous shawl displays autumnal shades of butterum brown and burnt orange in a classic design by Peru's Felipe Berckholtz. It is woven with the wool from the season's first shear, termed baby alpaca and much sought after for its soft, lightweight warmth. The ancient Inca discovered the attributes of this fiber, reserving it for the exclusive use of the aristocracy.

A real dendrobium orchid preserved in resin is the main piece in this pendant necklace presented by Danai of Thailand. The orchid captivates with a bright orange hue that spreads around each petal, all dangling from a leather cord. Two sliding glass beads secure the ends of the cord and allow the necklace length to be adjusted.

Hovering on whirring wings, a whimsical hummingbird seeks out the sweet nectar of flowers. Zeny and Reyna transform found pieces of copal wood into a delightful alebrije painted orange, red, yellow, green, white and black. These fanciful sculptures are a traditional folk art in Oaxaca, once based on twenty totems but today representing all kinds of animals. They take their name from a Caló gypsy word for "something difficult, tangled, confusing or fantastic."

Includes a thread for hanging.

Because each alebrije is individually created work of folk art, shapes will vary slightly. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

Combining ivory, turquoise and tangerine, Stefano Basso weaves an elegant and versatile ruana cloak. He works with luxurious baby alpaca, the fine fleece from the season's first shearing. Cozy, warm and beautiful, it features suede trim on the borders.