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Enjoy a beverage in elegant style with this ceramic decanter with a lid that doubles as a cup. Handcrafted by Mexican artisan Topiltzin Castro, the exterior of both the decanter and cup are hand painted in a motif of scalloped dots in grey, with each scallop filled with white teardrops centered over a trio of warm brown dots. The background is left unglazed, allowing the matte, natural beige color of the ceramic to show through.

Delicate azure blossoms and stars frolic with geometric motifs in shades of blue. By Mexican artisan Javier Servin, this exquisite pot to serve coffee is handcrafted of high-fired ceramic.

Presented by Penpan, this pair of plates from Thailand combines chic with the homely charm of the countryside. These plates are crafted of ceramic with a woven pattern imprinted around their beige rims. The center of each plate is finished with a crackled blue glaze.

A little memory of a serene childhood inspires artisan Arsen Badalyan of Armenia to create this ceramic mug. Ornamented with a cute naïf scene of a tricycle, the accessory features a palette of blue and beige hues, all glazed for a sublime look.

Penpan of Thailand presents a handsome, handcrafted ceramic cup and saucer with a look of woven wicker. The interior of the cup, it's rim and handle, and the center and rim of the saucer are glazed in blue with a crackled finish. Where the woven wicker motif is located--the exterior of the cup bowl and the outer border of the saucer--the ceramic is left the natural warm beige of the clay.

Penpan's Siam Celadon has won multiple awards for their handicrafts in Southeast Asia, and takes pride in using traditional, all-natural glaze formulas.

Presented by Penpan, this pair of plates from Thailand combines chic with the homely charm of the countryside. These plates are crafted of ceramic with a woven pattern imprinted around their beige rims. The center of each plate is finished with a crackled green celadon glaze.

This pretty beaded bracelet is the creation of Sang Ayu Sardiwati of Bhakti Senang Hati, a foundation in Bali that assists the physically disabled to attain physical and economic independence and build self-esteem. "Although we live in very limited conditions, my childhood was very happy", says artisan Sang Ayu. "I used to work carrying stones for a dam construction when I was in Junior High School so I can pay the school fee myself. Unfortunately the dam suddenly collapse and huge stones broke my leg. Now I have to use a prosthesis everywhere. I was so depressed, very not confident after the accident, I usually hide and shy whenever people visiting our home. But finally my spirit is back after I saw my parents were crying because my depressed condition. After pray to God, I feel more patient and strong. I even graduated from a university, and I start making handicrafts. After I joined the Foundation, I met my husband and now we have 3 boys." The stretch bracelet is crafted from blue ceramic beads alternating with albesia wood and coconut shell beads.

A long and meticulous process ensures a high-quality item directly from Mexico. Experts in pottery craftsmanship, the Contreras Family crafts a ceramic bowl in a lovely palette of red, blue and beige tones, which embellish the traditional motifs along the item.

Duangkamol designs a charming sculpture from Thailand. Crafted of ceramic, the sculpture depicts a young Thai girl, dressed in traditional clothes that make her look respectable. She wears a blue-green dress with a crackled celadon finish. Her hair is tied into a bun and a floral sculpture rests in her hands.

A center of warm beige is surrounded by watery blue-green on this serving bowl from Thailand's Duangkamol. The artisan crafts the shallow bowl from ceramic, allowing the colors to run into each other for artistic effect. Though pretty enough to display, the bowl is food-safe and makes a great addition to your table.

This elegant oil warmer is crafted by Thai artist Charoensri. Using unglazed ceramic, the artist forms the warmer in a rounded shape, carving the relief of a mother elephant with her child on one side. Inside the oil warmer is space for a tealight. The well on top is finished with a crackled blue glaze, and is perfect for use with your favorite scented oils.