Gift Ideas from Around the World

Gift ideas from Asia, Africa and the Pacific. Unusual gifts for all occasions. Select Asian style gifts for go to: Safari and Animal Print Gifts


Cherry Blossom Scarf	Gold Bodhi Leaf Night-Light
Branches of cherry blossoms on celadon merino wool will brighten and warm the grayest day. The whisper-weight scarf is finished with a delicate self-fringe	A heart-shaped leaf from a revered Bodhi tree is dipped in 24-karat gold to create this light. The resulting filigree transforms a nighttime essential into a unique object of delicate beauty.


Limoges Double-Happiness Takeout	Limoges Red Envelope
These precious little porcelains herald the approaching Year of the Tiger. Release the dragon clasp on the Double-Happiness Takeout Box to discover a miniature fortune cookie and chopsticks. Handcrafted in Limoges, France	These precious little porcelains herald the approaching Year of the Tiger. Hand painted with the double-happiness symbol, the traditional Red Envelope for gifts of money opens with a golden dragon clasp to reveal a porcelain $50 bill in miniature. Handcrafted in Limoges, France


Limoges Chinese Lantern	Dragon Stationery
Handcrafted by Limoges artisans, our porcelain Chinese Lantern is suspended from a black metal stand and emblazoned with the sign of the tiger. A silky black tassel and tiny flower clasp make it complete. Handmade of porcelain and painted with fine detail	Representing wisdom and good fortune, the dragon is a fitting emblem for these distinctive note cards. Each is printed with soy inks on Italian cotton paper using a handfed letter press that creates a subtle debossed effect. The envelopes are lined with a silk-screened floral design


Woodcut Dragon Puzzle	Dragon Limoges Box
Celebrate the Lunar Year with a collectible puzzle designed for hours of brain-teasing enjoyment. The dragon is crafted from 1/4" maple veneers laminated with printed archival paper, then laser cut into 467 unique pieces. Figural pieces, including a dragonfly and dragon, add to the fun of assembling it.	Commemorate the lunar new year with exquisite porcelain collectibles. Dragon has a sprig of flowers painted inside


Golden Pine Lacquer Box	Wooden Sudoku Board
Made in Japan to exacting standards, this box offers refined storage for small items. An elegant holiday gift, the bento-inspired design is sealed in lacquer and silk-screened with golden pine branches	Get a grip on sudoku with a handsome wooden board that turns the daily puzzle into a hands-on game. Includes 90 thinking pieces, 90 full-size tiles, starter puzzles, sudoku history and directions


Dancing Dragon Parade	Fringed Reversible Silk Fleece Throw	Baccarat Crystal Ox
Pamela Dalton's scherenschnitte, or paper cuttings, are prized by collectors for their originality and intricacy. Created in honor of Chinese New Year, this parade is captured with enchanting detail. Dalton starts each piece with a freehand sketch, then cuts it by hand from a single sheet of paper. Signed by the artist	Cashmere-soft at a heavenly price, this luxurious silk fleece throw is double sided in sumptuous hues of orchid and smoke, sage and ivory, aqua and green, camel and tan, or blue and chocolate	Made from full lead crystal, this elegant figure celebrates the Year of the Ox. Exhibiting the superb clarity and brilliance for which Baccarat is known, it was created as part of the company's series commemorating each animal in the Chinese zodiac. Those born under the sign of the ox (including 2009 babies) are believed to be dependable, calm and capable of achieving great things


Julianna Pajamas	Silk Jacquard Blossom Robe
The two ultrasoft pieces are fashioned for comfort, which makes them a perfect choice for sleep, travel, lounging or even yoga exercise. The tunic features a ruched bodice and wide, comfy straps; the cropped pants have an easy elastic waist. The soft, fluid knit is viscose from bamboo	Silk robe has a jacquard-woven pattern of shou symbols, scrolls and butterflies. A matching drawstring pouch wraps it up for travel and gift-giving. Tailored with a relaxed kimono fit, inside ties and two patch pockets.


Japanese Fabric Sachets	Kimono Sachet Sticks
Textiles used for Japanese children's costumes cover three sachets scented with a blend of roses, orange blossoms and violets. Held together with fabric ties and topped with traditional knots hand formed from tiny cords.	Authentic kimono fabrics wrap this trio of beautiful sachets, each detailed with a fabric blossom. Delicately scented with a blend of roses, orange blossoms and violets


Green/Black Sushi Bowls	Bronze Raku Sake Set	Mini Decorative Drumstool
Beautiful black bowls with a dark green wash are complimented by elegant wooden chopsticks. These hand-painted stoneware bowls are perfect not only for serving rice, but also for soup, ice cream and more	Serve sake in style with this beautiful bronze raku sake carafe and cup set. Handcrafted and hand-etched stoneware pieces come in a handsome wood box, perfect for storage and gift-giving	Handcrafted and hand-painted with a traditional antique pattern, this porcelain drum stool is a stylish accent piece in both traditional and contemporary settings.

Smartly framed in polished nickel and pink mock crocodile, this clock looks chic on a nightstand and travels with ease.


Red Jeweled Domino Set	Safari Notecard Ensemble/Tan
Dazzle opponents with these bejeweled domino tiles sporting brilliant red glass stones in place of dots. The complete double-six set includes 28 white tiles and all the essential suits for myriad block or draw games. Sure to be noticed on the game shelf, the storage case is clad in croc-embossed red leather	Exotic tortoise and leopard patterns are letterpressed on heavyweight, cotton paper foldover notecards. Crisp, beautifully appointed cards are accompanied by matching satin-lined envelopes


The Widemouth Leather Weekend Bag	The Rolling Widemouth Bag
Made with a full-grain cowhide that's more rugged and sturdy than other common luggage, this carpenter-style bag has a frame wide enough to stay open on its own for easy packing or unpacking, and is large enough for a weekend trip or for use as a convenient carry-on bag.	Made with a full-grain cowhide that's more rugged and sturdy than other common luggage, this rolling widemouth bag has a frame wide enough to stay open on its own for easy packing or unpacking, and is large enough for a weekend trip or for use as a convenient carry-on bag


The Rolling Carry On And Laptop Leather Bag	The Organized Traveler's Carry On
This rolling carry-on accommodates all of your attire and travel essentials for a two-day trip, and it has a padded compartment for a laptop computer, eliminating the need to shoulder multiple bags when boarding a plane	This supple leather carry-on holds travel essentials but is not cumbersome. The accessible pockets and tiered sleeves keep tickets and credit cards at the ready, and the large inner compartment is lined with nylon

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