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Neide Ambrosio crochets an original wristlet or clutch purse in golden tones. Crafted of pop-tops from aluminum cans, it has a convenient wrist strap and is fully lined. The Brazilian designer's work is a novel affirmation for environmental responsibility.

Neide Ambrosio crochets an original wristlet or clutch purse in bronze hues and dark brown threads. Crafted of pop-tops from aluminum cans, it has a convenient wrist strap. The bag is fully lined and has an interior pocket. The Brazilian designer's work is a novel affirmation for environmental responsibility.

Surrounded by ornate medallions, colorful glass spheres represent the crown jewels. Khalid Ali works in the ancient technique of embossed metal to create a stunning mirror frame. He combines the elegance of copper with gleaming nickel for this octagonal wall mirror.

For an eco-friendly companion on your next shopping trip, this hobo-style handbag is created by Neide Ambrosio in Brazil. She works with gleaming recycled aluminum pop-tops to craft the tote, crocheting the coppery pieces together with black cords. With an adjustable shoulder strap, the purse is lined in grey and features an inner zipper pocket for small items.

Those emotional moments will now have a luxurious accent, making every memory special. Bali's Jaya Nugraha works with local artisans to create a charming polyester velvet tissue box cover with a handy lid that allows you to place the box easily. On top of that, the front is decorated with a traditional silver-toned pattern and little mirror accents, creating a stunning decorative item for your environment.

Hand-painted feathers and natural motifs bring a charming design to life, made from eco-friendly materials. Costa Rica's Karolyn Cruz uses recycled plastic to create this tropical mobile with an adorable bird dangling at the bottom, all in a colorful palette for a magical touch. On top of that, the work comes with a cute brass jingle bell and a galvanized wire hook.

Chains of golden hexagon shapes create a gorgeous light with avant-garde allure. Thai artisan Narakorn Wongnitkorn works with iron to create this modern tealight holder, whose refined look makes it perfect for an elegant ambiance. The top features a glass cup made to place your candles gracefully.

Featuring round eyes, an open mouth, and a bird perched on top, this African mask is designed by Daniel Quarcoo. He works with local artisans who hand carve this long, oval mask from sese wood. The black mask is accented with gleaming pieces of embossed aluminum and brass, which evoke traditional scarification practices.

Armando Ramírez conjures the antisceptic whir of drills as a dentist works on his patient. Utilizing an amazing assortment of metal shapes, he creates a sculpture from recycled bicycle and automobile parts.

This mask of a powerful visage personifies an Akan Ohene (King) in an original design by Ghana’s Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. He works with seasoned sese wood, carving the wall mask by hand and decorating it with regal accents embossed in aluminum to shape a crown, and in brass on the face to resemble tribal markings. The headdress, eyes and lips are painted reddish-brown.

Woven by hand in shades of copper and black, this hammock holds the promise of sweet relaxation. Mexico's Maya Artists of the Yucatán preserve the weaving techniques inherited from their Maya ancestors to ensure the hammock tradition.

Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother, due to the comfortable manner in which the body is held and swung within its cradle. Maya Artists of the Yucatan seek to preserve time-honored customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Maya hammock. For them, the hammock is a work of art. Their hammocks are incredibly comfortable, easy to maintain, and may be stored just about anywhere.

Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in color from those shown in the images.

It easily packs for travel to the beach or lake. Extender ropes (measuring 1 meter), hammock hooks ("S" hooks), and step-by-step instructions included for easy installation.

NOTE: Because each is woven individually by hand, measurements may vary by as much as ten centimeters. There may be slight color variations from hammock to hammock.