Pine Needle Placemats in Espresso from Nicaragua (Pair) - Familiar Union in Espresso JewelrySale The couple is carved creatively

The couple is carved creatively so that their forms seem to blend together

' He starts by mixing the clay and carefully shaping the figure

framed with intricate floral motifs

Sleek and modern

Kathiana Quispe in Peru designs the bag

Pine Needle Placemats in Espresso from Nicaragua (Pair) - Familiar Union in Espresso JewelrySale The couple is carved creativelyHandcrafted 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