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Embrace your bohemian spirit with this stunning handwovenbeaded wrap bracelet from Domingo Reanda in Guatemala. Skillfully crafted with intricate details including a pewter button closure, it adds a touch of free-spirited charm to any outfit. This bracelet is the perfect accessory to effortlessly showcase your unique personality and love for artistic craftsmanship.

Artisan Domingo explains, "This beautiful bracelet is crafted using blue, reminiscent of water, and earthy tones symbolizing paths. I created it with inspiration from the guidance we sometimes need to make life's decisions. Just as water flows and finds its way, and the earth lays the groundwork for our journey, may this bracelet serve as a reminder that guidance and direction are always within reach, helping us navigate life's twists and turns. Trust in your inner compass, and you'll find your way to brighter horizons."

Perfect for any season, this gorgeous checkered scarf combines traditional techniques with a modern appeal. Woven on a hand loom in India, the wool blend scarf is patterned with mouse grey checkered stripes over a lovely soft eggshell white base. Neat fringes at either end complete this luxurious, beautifully-draping scarf.

Artisan Teodolinda Seguil of Peru transforms a gourd into a charming sling bag with Andean motifs. After hand-carving the gourd, Teodolinda hand-paints in colorful shades every floral and bird detail that embellishes her creation. This sling bag features an adjustable strap and leather tabs that hold the snap closure, creating a unique and lovely accessory.

Enjoy a relaxing trip with this must-have travel set featuring a practical bag for your essentials and a sleep mask that makes dozing off a cinch. Artisan Maru Markhamat Umarova creates these lovely designs by recycling leftover pieces of adras fabric, Uzbekistan’s national textile woven by hand from a blend of silk and cotton. Adorned with colorful ikat patterns, the sleep mask boasts a luxurious mulberry silk back while the bag comes with a convenient tie closure to fold it neatly and a zippered compartment adorned with fabulous block-printed motifs.

This dreamy cotton blend shoulder bag bursts with kaleidoscopic Hill Tribe patterns, where patchwork weaving and embroidery create an awe-inspiring tapestry of color and culture. The supple leather accents and hand-woven bulrush reed details add rich texture while brass feet give it a sturdy foundation for any journey. Thai artisan Chirada’s vibrant design opens with an aluminum button to reveal a zippered main compartment. Inside, you will find a fully lined interior complete with one zippered pocket and two open compartments, keeping your essentials organized whether you're exploring bustling markets or quiet countryside paths.