Mate gourd ornaments, 'Christmas Owls' (set of 6)

Margarita and Martha transform dried mate gourds into six cheerful owls. One of the oldest handicrafts in the Andes, the gourds are engraved by hand. Colorful Santa Claus hats crown each one. The natural shape of the gourd dictates size and shape, so slight variations should be expected.

Glass nativity scene, 'Amber Christmas' (set of 8)

Nestled in a bed of fresh hay, little Jesus lifts tiny arms toward his mother. Mary and Joseph gaze lovingly at their newborn as the three kings reverently offer gifts. The Holy Family's faithful donkey and a sleek cow share the stable. Jos� Pinpinco shapes the figures in amber glass, painted by hand.

Ornaments, 'Christmas Wish' (set of 3)

An exquisite trio of tree ornaments celebrates Christmas with a distinct Andean spirit. Margarita and Martha craft each one by hand, covering them with bright cotton clothes that dress wool figurines. Each stick features more traditional Peruvian items, such as the quena panpipe. The set arrives in a card paper box.

Copper ornaments, 'Christmas Symbols' (set of 6)

Ana Mar�a Enciso celebrates Christmas with these delightful handcrafted ornaments. Working in hammered copper, she crafts a pine tree, a heart and an oval sun. In addition, "The moon lights up the night when Jesus visits each home and the star guides us on the path for the coming year. The heart is to fill all souls with love and peace," the artisan explains.

Eggshell ornaments, 'Country Christmas' (set of 6)

A spotted cow and brindle donkey share the awe of the nativity. Portrayed in a deep blue night spangled by stars, the Holy Family kneels reverently to adore their tiny son. Magdalena Ayme fashions the personages in low relief, adhering ceramic plaster to hen eggshells. The delightful set of six ornaments showcases traditional Andean folk art.

Applique Christmas stocking, 'Guiding Star'

The Christmas star announces the location of the stable where Jesus sleeps in a manger. Guided by the star, shepherds and Maggi will find the Holy Family and a newborn king. Leonor Quispe works in the traditional art of arpiller�a (patchwork) to create an heirloom Christmas stocking. Each tiny figure is crafted in three dimensions and lavishly embroidered. The colorful background fabric emulates traditional hand-loomed cloth.

Applique Christmas stocking, 'Santa's Gifts to Jesus'

Santa brings joy and precious gifts for the newborn Jesus in a scene of endearing fantasy. Crafted by hand by Lucila, the Christmas stocking is a magnificent example of Peru's famed arpilleria ("patchwork") tradition.

Applique Christmas stocking, 'No Room at the Inn'

Stars fill the night sky on a quiet Christmas Eve. Joseph leads the donkey that Mary rides as he seeks an inn for the night. Leonor Quispe works in the traditional art of arpiller�a (patchwork) to create an heirloom Christmas stocking. Each tiny figure is crafted in three dimensions and lavishly embroidered. The colorful background fabric emulates traditional hand-loomed cloth.

Applique Christmas stocking, 'Manger in Peru'

The night is still on a Christmas Eve in the Peruvian highlands. Visited by shepherds with lambs and llamas, baby Jesus sleeps in a hay-filled manger. White ducks swim in a cool blue pond and the sky is ablaze with stars. Leonor Quispe works in the traditional art of arpiller�a (patchwork) to create an heirloom Christmas stocking. Each tiny figure is crafted in three dimensions and lavishly embroidered.

Ceramic candleholder, 'Christmas Tree of Life'

Mary, Joseph and little Jesus center this enchanting Tree of Life. Handcrafted in ceramic and painted with loving detail, the lacy candleholder comes from Alberto Aparicio Canchari.

Applique Christmas stocking, 'Visit of the Maggi'

The Magi make their way toward the stable where Jesus sleeps in a manger. Guided by the Christmas star, they seek the Holy Family and a newborn king. Leonor Quispe works in the traditional art of arpiller�a (patchwork) to create an heirloom Christmas stocking. Each tiny figure is crafted in three dimensions and lavishly embroidered.

Ceramic candleholders, 'Blue Christmas' (set of 3)

Crafted by hand of barro bru�ido (burnished clay), three candleholders celebrate Christmas. Artisans of the Garc�a Ochoa Family paint scenes from the nativity on each deep blue cube.

Aluminum serving tray, 'Christmas Dream'

Playing with the supple essence of aluminum, Luis Martinez creates this charming serving tray. A tasteful and original accent for embellishing the Christmas season, it is certain to make a fine and versatile present. This handcrafted product may present miniscule pores that are imprinted from the sand molds used by Martinez.

Ceramic candleholder, 'Christmas Light'

Modeled in ceramic and painted by hand, Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus grace this candleholder. Alberto Aparicio Canchari crafts an exuberant design known as the "Tree of Life." Birds sing amid colorful flowers and an angel crowns this delightful work.

Cotton wall adornment, 'Christmas Bell'

Lucila rings in the Christmas season with this bright and cheerful nativity scene. She sews the wall adornment of cotton featuring the Holy Family under the star's protection. Surrounded by farm animals, the scene takes places in the Andes and it is executed in the renowned arpilleria cotton patchwork tradition of Peru.

Ornaments, 'Christmas Stockings' (set of 12)

Diminutive ceramic dolls in Andean dress fill colorful Christmas stockings. Margarita and Martha create a dozen delightful ornaments of straw, yarn and ribbon. "These represent Peru," the creative women say.

Cotton wall adornment, 'Tree of Christmas'

Lucila sets the mood for Christmas with this endearing nativity scene. Standing at the skirts of the Andes, Joseph and Mary welcome Baby Jesus in a humble barn. Surrounded by a fascinating landscape and patient farm animals, the scene is blessed by a radiant star. Pedregal crafts this piece in the arpilleria cotton patchwork tradition of Peru.

Applique wall hanging, 'Christmas Tree'

A nativity scene comes to life on a colorful Christmas tree wall hanging. Beneath a golden star, Holy Family welcomes the Christ child in a pastoral setting. Eleodora Salvatierra works in the traditional art of arpiller�a (patchwork) to create this festive piece of wall art. Each tiny figure is crafted in three dimensions and lavishly embroidered, and the edges are trimmed with hand-crochet.

Applique Christmas wall hanging, 'Adoring Jesus'

This Christmas tree radiates the warmth and joy of the festive season. Crafted by hand by Lucila Emiliana Pedregal, the wall hanging is a magnificent example of Peru's famed arpilleria ("patchwork") tradition. Sewn by hand, it features an endearing nativity scene under a starry night in the Andean hills.