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Christmas Ornaments

This year, trim your Christmas tree with unique holiday ornaments from around the globe. Explore our collection of handmade, fair trade Christmas ornaments crafted from natural, traditional and recycled materials by artisans across Africa.


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$24.00

These sweet wooden ornaments are hand-carved from jacaranda wood by artisans in a co-op in Western Kenya. These beautiful zebra ornaments are a classic addition to holiday decor. With a bright red ribbon and a hand painted striped finish, each ornament is handmade to be beautifully one of a kind.

Sold in a set of 6. Each ornament is unique, and due to the handmade nature of this item, some variation is expected.

Dimensions: 3"L x 1"W x 2"H (not including ribbon)

Crafted from: Jacaranda wood, stain, ribbon

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

We work with a co-op in Kenya, the Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative, a group of woodcarvers of all ages who work in an open-air workshop in Nairobi. This environmentally-responsible group takes care to legally procure all types of African wood used in their products, and they are skilled at using all parts of the tree in their artwork.

Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative
$19.00

This swinging bird decoration makes a cheerful addition to the home. A pair of wooden birds with burned details adorn the jacaranda branch seat of the raffia-wrapped wire swing.

Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.

Dimensions: 5.5"L x 2.5"W x 9"H

Crafted from: Wood, paint, wire, raffia

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

Kamau is a talented carver and painter who specializes in bird art.

$10.00

Santa doesn't always travel by reindeer! Kenyan artisans use banana fiber, sisal and paper to craft this adorable giraffe-riding Santa Claus ornament, complete with a red suit and satchel of toys.

Dimensions: 4"L x 2"W x 6.5"T (7.75"L with string)

Crafted from: Banana fiber, paper, sisal, glue

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

In Nairobi's Banana Hill suburb, artisans utilize the fiber of banana palm trees, which grow prolifically in East Africa, to create whimsical gifts for local sale and export. Esther heads up a small group of talented individuals with a penchant for creating collectible works of folk art using this sustainable, all-natural medium.

$8.00

Kenyan artisans add sparkle to the holidays with handmade banana fiber and wire angel ornaments, adorned with shiny gold thread robes and sparkling wings.  Often hung in the home to convey blessings, the angels are a symbol of peace and love for all who behold them. Angels will come with assorted items in hand or clasped in prayer.

Sold individually. Due to the handmade nature of this item, some variation is expected.

Approximate Size: 2.75"L x 1"W x 8"H (to top of string)

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

In Nairobi's Banana Hill suburb, artisans utilize the fiber of banana palm trees, which grow prolifically in East Africa, to create whimsical gifts for local sale and export. Esther heads up a small group of talented individuals with a penchant for creating collectible works of folk art using this sustainable, all-natural medium.

$8.00

Kenyan artisans add sparkle to the holidays with handmade banana fiber and wire angel ornaments, adorned with shiny azure blue thread robes and sparkling wings.  Often hung in the home to convey blessings, the angels are a symbol of peace and love for all who behold them. Angels will come with assorted items in hand or clasped in prayer.

Sold individually. Due to the handmade nature of this item, some variation is expected.

Approximate Size: 2.75"L x 1"W x 8"H (to top of string)

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

In Nairobi's Banana Hill suburb, artisans utilize the fiber of banana palm trees, which grow prolifically in East Africa, to create whimsical gifts for local sale and export. Esther heads up a small group of talented individuals with a penchant for creating collectible works of folk art using this sustainable, all-natural medium.

$8.00

Kenyan artisans add sparkle to the holidays with handmade banana fiber and wire angel ornaments, adorned with shiny emerald green thread robes and sparkling wings.  Often hung in the home to convey blessings, the angels are a symbol of peace and love for all who behold them. Angels will come with assorted items in hand or clasped in prayer.

Sold individually. Due to the handmade nature of this item, some variation is expected.

Approximate Size: 2.75"L x 1"W x 8"H (to top of string)

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

In Nairobi's Banana Hill suburb, artisans utilize the fiber of banana palm trees, which grow prolifically in East Africa, to create whimsical gifts for local sale and export. Esther heads up a small group of talented individuals with a penchant for creating collectible works of folk art using this sustainable, all-natural medium.

$9.00

Adorn your tree with this graceful angel, handcrafted from natural banana fiber and sisal, with silvery wings of recycled aluminum! The shine of the recycled wings contrasts beautifully with the rustic, natural fibers.

Sold individually. Due to the handmade nature of this item, some variation is expected.

Approximate Size: 6.5"T (9"T to top of string) x 2"W

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

In Nairobi's Banana Hill suburb, artisans utilize the fiber of banana palm trees, which grow prolifically in East Africa, to create whimsical gifts for local sale and export. Esther heads up a small group of talented individuals with a penchant for creating collectible works of folk art using this sustainable, all-natural medium.

$8.00

These delicate African ornaments are handmade from natural plant fibers in Kenya. Each angel wears a gown of white sisal strands and floats with wings carved from banana leaves. Often hung in the home to convey blessings, the angels are a symbol of peace and love for all who behold them.

Sold individually. Due to the handmade nature of this item, some variation is expected.

Approximate Size: 4.5"T x 3.5"L

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

In Nairobi's Banana Hill suburb, artisans utilize the fiber of banana palm trees, which grow prolifically in East Africa, to create whimsical gifts for local sale and export. Esther heads up a small group of talented individuals with a penchant for creating collectible works of folk art using this sustainable, all-natural medium.

$12.00

Kenyan artisans craft these vibrant angel ornaments from brightly dyed sisal and banana fiber. Using natural materials allows artisans to earn income with no stress on their environment, and the handcrafted nature of these fair-trade ornaments adds a rustic touch to your Christmas tree. This angel is dressed in red and is depicted holding an instrument.

Sold singly in assorted red tones. Because these are handcrafted items, each will vary slightly.

Dimensions: 3"L x 2"W x 5.5"H

Crafted from: Banana fiber, sisal, paper, string

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

In Nairobi's Banana Hill suburb, artisans utilize the fiber of banana palm trees, which grow prolifically in East Africa, to create whimsical gifts for local sale and export. Esther heads up a small group of talented individuals with a penchant for creating collectible works of folk art using this sustainable, all-natural medium.

$14.00

This playful ornament, portraying a giraffe in lotus pose, is hand-carved from jacaranda wood by Kenyan wood carvers. The attached string makes it easy to hang this unique ornament on the holiday tree or anywhere in the home, office or studio.

Sold individually. Due to the handmade nature of this item, slight variation is expected.

Approximate Size: 4.5"T x 2.25"L x 1.75"W (7"T to top of string).

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

We work with a co-op in Kenya, the Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative, a group of woodcarvers of all ages who work in an open-air workshop in Nairobi. This environmentally-responsible group takes care to legally procure all types of African wood used in their products, and they are skilled at using all parts of the tree in their artwork.

Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative
$14.00

This playful ornament, portraying a zebra in lotus pose, is hand-carved from jacaranda wood by Kenyan wood carvers. The attached string makes it easy to hang this unique ornament on the holiday tree or anywhere in the home, office or studio.

Sold individually. Due to the handmade nature of this item, slight variation is expected.

Approximate Size: 4.5"T x 2.25"L x 1.75"W (7"T to top of string).

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

We work with a co-op in Kenya, the Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative, a group of woodcarvers of all ages who work in an open-air workshop in Nairobi. This environmentally-responsible group takes care to legally procure all types of African wood used in their products, and they are skilled at using all parts of the tree in their artwork.

Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative
$10.00

How cute! Wearing a bright little Santa hat, this hand carved jacaranda cheetah makes an adorable addition to the holiday tree. Each cheetah ornament is handmade to be beautifully one-of-a-kind.

Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.

Dimensions: 2.5"L

Crafted from: Jacaranda wood

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

We work with a co-op in Kenya, the Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative, a group of woodcarvers of all ages who work in an open-air workshop in Nairobi. This environmentally-responsible group takes care to legally procure all types of African wood used in their products, and they are skilled at using all parts of the tree in their artwork.

Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative
$10.00

How cute! Wearing a bright little Santa hat, this hand carved jacaranda giraffe makes an adorable addition to the holiday tree. Each giraffe ornament is handmade to be beautifully one-of-a-kind.

Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.

Dimensions: 4"H

Crafted from: Jacaranda wood

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

We work with a co-op in Kenya, the Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative, a group of woodcarvers of all ages who work in an open-air workshop in Nairobi. This environmentally-responsible group takes care to legally procure all types of African wood used in their products, and they are skilled at using all parts of the tree in their artwork.

Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative
$10.00

Add a touch of Africa to your holiday season with these fun elephant ornaments! Donning a bright little Santa hat, these safari animals are hand carved from jacaranda wood and hand-painted. They make adorable additions to the Christmas tree!

Sold individually. Each ornament is unique, and due to the handmade nature of this item, some variation is expected.

Approximate Size: 2.5"L

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

We work with a co-op in Kenya, the Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative, a group of woodcarvers of all ages who work in an open-air workshop in Nairobi. This environmentally-responsible group takes care to legally procure all types of African wood used in their products, and they are skilled at using all parts of the tree in their artwork.

Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative
$10.00

How cute! Wearing a bright little Santa hat, this hand carved jacaranda lion makes an adorable addition to the holiday tree. Each lion ornament is handmade to be beautifully one-of-a-kind.

Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.

Dimensions: 4"H

Crafted from: Jacaranda wood

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

We work with a co-op in Kenya, the Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative, a group of woodcarvers of all ages who work in an open-air workshop in Nairobi. This environmentally-responsible group takes care to legally procure all types of African wood used in their products, and they are skilled at using all parts of the tree in their artwork.

Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative
$10.00

How cute! Wearing a bright little Santa hat, this hand carved jacaranda rhino makes an adorable addition to the holiday tree. Each rhino ornament is handmade to be beautifully one-of-a-kind.

Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.

Dimensions: 2.5"L

Crafted from: Jacaranda wood

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

We work with a co-op in Kenya, the Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative, a group of woodcarvers of all ages who work in an open-air workshop in Nairobi. This environmentally-responsible group takes care to legally procure all types of African wood used in their products, and they are skilled at using all parts of the tree in their artwork.

Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative
$10.00

How cute! Wearing a bright little Santa hat, this hand carved jacaranda zebra makes an adorable addition to the holiday tree. Each zebra ornament is handmade to be beautifully one-of-a-kind.

Sold singly. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary.

Dimensions: 2.5"H

Crafted from: Jacaranda wood

Made in: Kenya

About the Artisans:

We work with a co-op in Kenya, the Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative, a group of woodcarvers of all ages who work in an open-air workshop in Nairobi. This environmentally-responsible group takes care to legally procure all types of African wood used in their products, and they are skilled at using all parts of the tree in their artwork.

Gikomba Wood Carving Cooperative
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