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Fatchurohman of Java designs a journal with handcrafted recycled paper and a cotton cover made via a technique called kolaste, in which batik fabric is cut into strips and then woven together. The cadet blue and linen white cover sports a traditional Indonesian parang motif of rows of stylized curved swords, called "tongues of fire" by the Javanese. The journal is held closed with a black elastic cord with a medallion stamped with the letter "F," embellished to also form an archer shooting toward a star. With unlined pages, the journal can be used for writing or sketching.

Finding inspiration in Thailand's natural beauty, designer Nisa brings us this gorgeous set of four greeting cards made from cotton and mulberry paper. The floral motifs are made with batik techniques, making each item exceptional.

This handsome planner designed by Bukuku of Java is as practical as it is attractive. The cover is made of brown faux leather embellished with a snow white cotton print with a multi-color leaf motif. Inside, a stainless steel six-ring binder holds fifty lined pages for notes. The inside cover has three slots for business cards and a larger slot for other documents.

Outstanding wall art handmade and hand-painted by Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah uses traditional batik and collage techniques to depict a one-of-a-kind African mask. The artisan sketches the design on calico cotton cloth, sprinkles red and blue oil paints over it, then cuts out particular spots that he replaces with pieces worked in batik style, glues them together and lets them dry. The collage is backed with heavy cardstock and framed with black ceiba wood.

Greet those loved ones with a series of adorable trunks, hidden behind a stunning Thai design by Nisa. Pink, purple, light blue, and green hues transport a little elephant to a series of artworks inspired by the region’s palaces, all made with batik techniques on cotton. Mulberry paper offers a soft backing and practical envelopes, making this set of four the perfect greeting.