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This simple cardholder is the best accessory for getting around light during the weekends. Patsy Chang handcrafts it from 100% leather in a rich camel tone with two card slots.

Patsy grew up in between Peru and Japan. Her father nurtured her love for the arts and leatherwork throughout her youth and she went on to study fine arts and fashion design. Patsy's pieces blend practicality and character with first-rate craftsmanship.

Artisan Kathiana Quispe designs this passport holder to share her vision of world peace, for others to carry with them as they explore and better understand the world: "Peace is within, and one of the best ways to find it is by traveling," the artisan explains. "Traveling, you find yourself, discover new emotions, new corners, and the calmness that comes with the realization that the world is so big that your own problems become small."

The artist explains that llamas are positive, adaptable creatures known for their balance and action. They are also protectors, known to keep predators away from flocks and herds of smaller animals.

To Kathiana Quispe, the represent an image of a path to peace, as does the concept of a passport itself, increasing understanding and appreciations between far distant peoples.

Her dark brown leather passport design is enhanced with a handloomed Andean textile. The interior features a polyester lining, and pockets to secure a passport.

As all seasoned travelers know, the best pieces to pack are those that do double duty. This versatile belt bag from Peru's Kathiana Quispe, features an inset of traditional hand-loomed wool with Inca motifs and two removable straps. Worn with the belt strap, your hands are free for exploring the market, while the wrist strap is perfect for dinner with friends. Woven wool accent, supple brown leather with zipper closure and outer zip compartment. Fully lined.

One of the best ways to find peace is by traveling because you can discover wonderful places, new aspects of yourself and the tranquility of learning that your problems become small compared to the big, vast world. This is Peruvian artisan Kathiana Quispe's particular vision of what world peace means and she conveys it in this delightful leather passport cover that invites you to find your way to your next destination soon. Embellished with an acrylic Andean textile and the image of an introspective llama, the passport cover features two interior pockets to carry your documents safely.