NOVICA Decorative Hanging Ornament from Indonesia 'Gingerbread Darlings'

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures.About this item: The holiday season has plenty of sweet moments worth remembering with this set of four albesia wood ornaments from Bali. Artisan Nik merges her passion for baking and woodworking to create these gingerbread s, whose hand-painted finish allows a charming illusion. The ornaments dangle from golden nylon cords, enhancing their magical aura.Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightlyDecorated on one side onlyAbout our Artist: My name is Ni Ketut Lastini but my friends just call me Nik. I was born in Mas in 1980, the fourth of seven. I'm so proud to have been born in Mas, which is also called the 'art village,' since there are many carvers of wood sculptures here. Since I was a , I have carved with my parents and siblings.I loved my hood. I used to go to the rice fields after school. Sometimes, I helped make sculptures in order to earn more money. I usually used the money I earned to buy school supplies and even pay my school fees. I've had to work ever since I was a because my parents are just farmers and carvers. But, they are hardworking, which has made me who I am today.Like other in my village, I also went to school. I didn't just complete primary school but attended all the way through senior high. After graduating, I began to work. My career started as a salesperson. Aside from promoting things, I also sold fabric back in those days. Eventually, I met an American couple. I worked for them as a shopkeeper in their handicraft shop.One day, this American couple wanted to change their shop. They wanted to sell Christmas ornaments instead of handicrafts. Yet, their dream never came true, because the wife passed away. From that moment on, I wanted to carry on their dream.Making Christmas ornaments is

• Size: 3.9 x 2.8 x 0.6 inches
• Handmade by Novica artisans using time-honored traditional methods
• Includes an official card certifying the item is authentic, artisan crafted and of exceptional quality
• Quality craftsmanship: Novica works with artisan Nik to craft this item
• Product info: Albesia wood, nylon cords