Applique Christmas tree skirt - Noel Flame the cross is carefully painted

the cross is carefully painted by hand

three tassels add a decorative touch

which is crafted from sterling silver and set with a marquise-cut garnet

Artisan Khitish presents the shawl in subtle shades of gold

the artisan decorates the accessory with cross-stitch details in turquoise and yellow hues

Applique Christmas tree skirt - Noel Flame the cross is carefully paintedChristmas vignettes adorn a Christmas tree skirt with Peruvian flair. Leonor Quispe depicts a shepherd leading llamas toward the stable where the Christ child sleeps in a manger. In another, Santa leaves presents beneath festive pines, and another depicts a peaceful hamlet in the Andes. Quispe works in the traditional art of arpillera (patchwork), with tiny figures crafted in three dimensions and embroidered. The colorful background fabric emulates