Garnet is January’s birthstone. This year, think beyond gems to this curated selection of artisanal goods in all shades of red—with ruby-colored hand-loomed scarves from Laos, coral cashmere throws, and carnelian necklaces from Margaret Solow. (more…)

For jewelry designer Lena Skadegard, New Delhi is replete with color and inspiration. Here, her top picks for visiting this vibrant metropolis, from the city’s most elegant gardens to its most artisan-minded boutique. (more…)

Chicken soup is a typical, relaxed, Sunday evening meal for me and my family.  I serve this soup the way my grandmother did, with Parmigiano and olive oil.  Every grandmother has a chicken soup recipe, so mine certainly isn’t the definitive recipe, but it’s still my favorite, and I enjoy sharing that with my kids today the same way my grandmother did with me. (more…)

For ceramics designer Jono Pandolfi, the clay tells the story. “The inspiration behind so many of my designs is in the ceramic process,” he says. (more…)

A new year means a fresh start—and nothing feels quite as fresh as winter white as we look forward to the 12 exciting months ahead. Simple and clean, these pieces—from an ivory scarf made by hand in Laos to gorgeous white-geode earrings—provide the perfect backdrop for dreaming up a year’s worth of adventures. (more…)

Nicole Franzen, a contributing photographer to DARA Artisans, shares her Must-Follow instagram accounts. (more…)

René Holguin of RTH embraces both the Southwest of his childhood and design’s ‘global truths’ (more…)

Andria Crescioni’s jewelry may evoke a Western aesthetic, but her work avoids a literal take on traditional accessories. (more…)

An innovative designer finds a wealth of opportunities on the Tibetan Plateau. (more…)

With Meyelo, Carmen Myers empowers Kenya’s artisans—despite not having all the answers (more…)