warm blankets

Thick threads in ivory, beige and quiet grey are kissed by rich shades of teal. By Seema in India, this beautiful textile is an elegant accent in any setting.

Wrapped in a warm blanket, an Andean mother cradles her child in this beautiful ceramic sculpture. Zoila Davila crafts and paints this petite figurine by hand.

Alejandro Chávez crafts a mirror frame rooted in Andean tradition with four different vignettes. At the top, people harvest tunas, the red fruit of the prickly pear cactus. To the left, merchants offer warm blankets in a market stall and to the right they sell handcrafted masks. Used during the Carnival celebrations preceding Lent, the masks appear in an astonishing array of animals, human and fantasy faces. Along the bottom, dancers perform the Scissors Dance. Known as retablos, these traditional dioramas feature figures carefully molded from ceramic plaster and painted by hand.

This boldly striped throw blanket will keep you warm on those chilly winter days. Made by artisan W. Rojas Yuri of Peru, this sublime piece of Andean textiles features a traditional pattern that combines a turquoise base hue with vibrant colors, all made from a combination of alpaca, acrylic and wool yarns that allows for a cozy sensation.

Evoking the optimistic beauty of morning, this charming throw is decorated with striped patterns in bright, earth, and blue tones inspired by the ancient Inca. Peruvian artisan W. Rojas Yuri designs this throw, which is handwoven on the traditional floor loom from a luxurious alpaca blend.

Woven with a fusion of burgundy and warm pink, Sandeep Malhotra's cozy throw makes a beautiful home accent. Indian artisans craft the throw from 100% acrylic, creating a soft and fluffy drape you'll want to curl up in all day long. A long row of fringe on either end gives the throw an extra snugly touch.

Wrap yourself in warmth and comfort with this eye-catching throw blanket, the perfect companion for an afternoon relaxing on the couch or a well-deserved siesta. Bursting with life, its bold stripes and intricate motifs in spicy rust and crisp white dance across a soothing tan canvas. Woven with care on a traditional pedal loom, artisan W. Rojas Yuri’s plush alpaca blend creation is more than just a cozy accessory—it's a vibrant piece of art that brings the rich tapestry of Peruvian culture right into your home.

Intricate geometric motifs come to life in radiant colors derived from natural dyes. Artisans of the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco work with ancestral techniques to create fashion for today and always. This elegant ruana cape is woven by hand of fine alpaca wool, prized by the ancient Inca for its lightweight warmth. The cloak of many colors includes red, goldenrod yellow, fuchsia and orange, among others.

The community raises and cares for its own alpacas. The fleece is washed, carded and spun by hand using a pushka, or drop spindle. The dyes come from plants, nuts and tree bark. The next step is one of the most important, as the artisan prepares the warp, or vertical threads for the backstrap loom. This determines the size of the textile, the color combinations, and the patterns that will be woven.

The intensity of color can vary depending on the hardness of the water, the altitude and the local dye sources, making each textile a unique piece of handcrafted art.

With the arrival of a new year, happy news and surprising events also arrive to make life even more exciting. Thinking about those upcoming announcements or special celebrations, India's Asha Prabha creates a gorgeous set of five greeting cards entirely crafted from handmade paper. The cards have a butterfly print in a warm palette, symbolizing hope and transformation, which adds a special meaning to your message. On top of that, they come in a handy pouch.

This bright wool throw featuring wide stripes stands out thanks to its impressive color palette that exquisitely blends warm and cool hues. Woven by hand in Armenia by the members of the Goris Artisan Group, this dreamy accessory is colored with natural dyes made from plants and roots and boasts delicate fringes on both ends.