tree of life handmade

Guatemala's love for nature brings us an exquisite piece of jewelry handcrafted with advanced techniques and passion. Artisan Domingo Reanda uses stainless steel and copper wires to create this pair of round dangle earrings, whose design imitates a prosperous tree growing strong and beautiful. A green base color enriches the crystal and glass beads that adorn the accessories, featuring a palette of turquoise, purple and light green hues that perfectly complements the earrings' vital energy. In addition, sterling silver hooks allow for comfortable use.

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 stunning set of five greeting cards entirely crafted from handmade paper. The cards have a bird print in a palette of vibrant hues, symbolizing joy and new beginnings, which adds a special meaning to your message. On top of that, they come in a handy pouch.

Hanging out among the leafy branches of a tree, a flock of colorful peacocks is featured in this delightful Madhubani painting from India. Ambika Devi paints this intricate scene with natural vegetable dyes on handmade paper. Often used to celebrate nature, Madhubani art originates in the Mithila region of India, and is traditionally reserved for women.

Working with watercolors on handmade paper, Indian artist Aditi Mukhopadhyay captures a tranquil countryside scene in an impressionist style. The landscape painting is centered around a canal that gently winds through lush fields, with the water beautifully mirroring the cloudy sky and surrounding foliage. Among the trees and vegetation, two cows graze peacefully in the sunshine-drenched field, adding a sense of pastoral life and scale. A dramatic sky with dark purple clouds contrasts against a clear patch of blue, hinting at a passing storm or the verge of changing weather. The use of vibrant greens and subtle purples, along with the soft edges and layered washes, creates a rich yet calming visual rhythm.

The natural richness of the Costa Rican rainforest marvels many around the world, obtaining the recognition of "Paradise on Earth." As those breathtaking landscapes are inhabited by wondrous creatures, artisan Ruth Guevara creates a gorgeous magnet collection, capturing the life in the woods.

The process starts with a round pinewood piece, polished for a lustrous look and equipped with a magnet. Ruth uses the sturdy structure as a base, completing it with a cheerful toucan and leaves entirely made from cold porcelain and painted by hand, showing the magical side of the jungle.