Working in colorful, patterned fabrics that reflect the textile traditions of the Andes, Peruvian artisans Margarita and Martha create a fascinating ornament. The ornament features two overlapped circles that are decorated with brass, plastic beads, and cardboard to depict a tiny nativity scene. Above the scene gleams a golden shooting star made of brass and cotton blend fabric.

Product Features: 

• Dimension: 6" H x 3.9" W x 1.8" D
• Weight: 0.14
• Color: Multicolor
• Material: 100% acrylic, cotton and acrylic blend accent, jute, cardboard
• Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
• Made in Peru

Story Behind the art:
Born in Lima on November 23, 1976, Margarita studied anthropology and art at the university while also taking courses in photography and cooking. Since 2002, she has crafted Christmas decorations with the help of her mother, Martha Chiurliza de Gonzáles. The creative pair uses traditional materials in innovative ways, combining ribbons and fabrics with miniature people, beads and tiny straw baskets.

We wanted to make something pretty, and I wanted to be able to stay at home with my baby, Lorenzo, Margarita confides. And this satisfies both her creative needs and her role as the mother of a busy toddler. She and Martha both look after the boy and both design their ornaments.

Everything we make uses Peruvian materials that few people take advantage of. We think they are just wonderful, the women say. We'd like the whole world to visit Peru, and, of course, to enjoy our favorite handicrafts. The mother-daughter team provides job opportunites for other women who can also stay at home and take care of their children.

The handmade touch of artisan skill creates variations in color, size and design. If buying two of the same item, slight differences should be expected. Note: Color discrepancies may occur between this product and your computer screen.

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