Sterling Silver and Jade Cat Dangle Earrings - Nature of God - Cat Kites The Balinese artisan uses local

The Balinese artisan uses local suar wood to craft the box

Color schemes will vary and may contain a bright pop of color

Thailand's Keawpankanlaya presents this exquisite brown cotton shoulder bag featuring an open pocket in the brown lined interior

This splendid decorative accent is handmade in Guatemala by the Women United for Artisan Development group in shades of royal blue

Lovely fringes complete the shawl at each end

Sterling Silver and Jade Cat Dangle Earrings - Nature of God - Cat Kites The Balinese artisan uses localFor the indigenous people of pre Columbian America, especially the Mayas, the yaax chich or 'jade' meant life, fertility and power. It was the most precious object, even above gold. These dangle earrings, by Guatemalan artisan Zandra Lorena Sajbin, feature dark green jade ovals on silver ear wires with an etched cat design. Says Sajbin of her designs, 'God has given us the wonderful gift that is nature: flora and fauna. These pieces represent all