Noah's Ark Cotton Applique Christmas Stocking from Peru - Noah's Ark 25 Year Anniversary Pine needles are not often

Pine needles are not often associated with basketry

Handles and a lid with a brass knob complete this serving bowl

Working with local artisans from India

The axolotl alebrije is carved from copal wood and painted in mango orange and a colorful array of patterns and shapes

Spiral patterns decorate the catchall's exterior

Noah's Ark Cotton Applique Christmas Stocking from Peru - Noah's Ark 25 Year Anniversary Pine needles are not oftenIn this hand made arpillera Christmas stocking, artisan Leonor Quispe of Peru brings to life the biblical tale of Noah's Ark. Two by two giraffes, wild boars, zebras, rabbits, sheep, leopards, and ladybugs board the ark to join alpacas, camels, and butterflies already on board. Sea creatures swim nearby and the two doves of peace fly overhead under the arch of a rainbow. Two loops are attached to the top of the stocking to allow for vertical display