Talatu Gilga African Horn and Leather Pendant Necklace Import082120 Peruvian artisan Waldo Berrios draws

Peruvian artisan Waldo Berrios draws inspiration from the textiles of the ancient Inca as he designs this feminine ruana

he recreated these figures in vivid colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes

Gomez works on the traditional backstrap loom

this delightful jewelry box by Julio Sanchez features a mirror in the lid

each color corresponding to a different chakra

Talatu Gilga African Horn and Leather Pendant Necklace Import082120 Peruvian artisan Waldo Berrios draws'The design of this necklace is symbolic of my culture,' says Ila Suleyman who calls it Talatu Gilga, the Mamprusi name usually given to boys born on a Wednesday. From northern Ghana, Mamprusi people are predominantly rice and cattle farmers who use cow hide to create various items including jewelry and accessories. For this necklace, Suleyman selects a round pendant carved from bull horn to center multiple strands of yellow leather. The necklace