Tactic Stripes in Black Handwoven Striped Cotton Baguette in Black from Guatemala _artisan--novica-artisan-10224 rayon and polyester trim

rayon and polyester trim

graceful ferns flourish in handcrafted earrings

Tiraphan Hasub crochets the wristbands by hand

5 carats in this pair of stud earrings from India

Sheets of brass and alpaca silver are cut and handcrafted by artisans in Mexico into these totally unique and delightful designs

Tactic Stripes in Black Handwoven Striped Cotton Baguette in Black from Guatemala _artisan--novica-artisan-10224 rayon and polyester trimThe artisan women of Tactic, Guatemala hand weave this baguette of cotton on the traditional backstrap loom. Mirian Otzin presents the bag, featuring stripes of pearl grey over a body of black. Multicolored geometric patterns that depict a procession of birds accentuate a poppy red band. Carried like a wristlet or over the shoulder on a removable, adjustable strap, the bag opens with a magnetic snap to reveal a cotton lining with a zipper pocket.