wood craft

Practical and beautiful, this hand-painted cedar wood bookmark by Guatemalan artisan Meliza Tzay is sure to become a cherished keepsake. Skillfully crafted to resemble a vintage turquoise door, it is the perfect way to mark your place in your favorite book. The convenient yellow tassel makes it easy to keep track of your reading progress while the distressed finish adds a touch of charm and character.

Brighten your office space with Fida Hussain's colorful papier mache pen holder. The Indian artisan starts by using the traditional art of papier mache to hand craft the holder before buffing and hand painting the exterior with a bright owl motif. Finally, the artisan coats the decorative box with a glossy lacquer for a protective finish.

The Christmas season decorates these wood ornaments with enchanting colors. The pair—crafted in Mexico by Alejandra Gallardo—displays a lovely hand-painted house shape in a palette of teal and red hues. Ribbons add the final touch, allowing easy use.

Don't let space stop your creativity! Armenian artisan Aida Atabekyan crafts a convenient set aimed at those souls that find inspiration in every corner of the world. The artisan creates a cotton roll case in a stunning front teal hue, featuring a green interior—the color of harmony. The accessory comes with twelve slots for pencils and two extra compartments. Finally, Aida finishes her creation with a button closure that allows you to keep your items in a secure and condensed space. To complete the set, the artisan adds wooden colored pencils, a ruler and an eraser.

Don't let space stop your creativity! Armenian artisan Aida Atabekyan crafts a handy set aimed at those souls that find inspiration in every corner of the world. The artisan creates a cotton roll case in a gorgeous front teal hue, featuring a red interior—the color of passion. The accessory comes with twelve slots for pencils and two extra compartments. Finally, Aida finishes her creation with a button closure that allows you to keep your items in a secure and condensed space. To complete the set, the artisan adds wooden colored pencils, a ruler and an eraser.

Crafted of cotton, two colorful owls are depicted in this delightful pair of mobiles from Thailand. Thikaporn designs the mobiles, which are further enhanced by beads of glass and raintree wood. Two gold-tone aluminum leaves dangle, and aluminum bells make a ringing sound.