Pine Needle Placemats in Espresso from Nicaragua (Pair) - Familiar Union in Espresso Arts and Crafts Angelina Roquel in Guatemala creates

Angelina Roquel in Guatemala creates this charming wristband bracelet

This garment is knitted from hypo-allergenic acrylic by Karla Solano of Costa Rica

The kalimba produces an array of varied tones when the stainless steel 'leaves' are plucked with the thumb

Made Suyana's sumptuous pendant bracelet translates the classic yin-yang symbol into shimmering silver and gold

Pine Needle Placemats in Espresso from Nicaragua (Pair) - Familiar Union in Espresso Arts and Crafts Angelina Roquel in Guatemala createsHandcrafted of natural pine needles, this pair of oval placemats is designed by Nicaragua's Tamara Pereira. She weaves each coiled placemat by hand, accenting them with acrylic thread in espresso. Says Pereira, 'The art of Nicaraguan basketry is a tradition that is passed down from generation to generation. I love being able to create useful pieces for the home.' Pine needles, acrylic, polyester 0. 21 lbs Each: 0. 2 inches H x 8. 5 inches W x 6. 5