Unique Nativity Sets

Beautifully crafted nativity scene lantern is handmade from iron with a matte copper finish. Made in India and fair trade imported. The lantern measures 6 inches tall x 4 inches in diameter and has an inner ring to hold a tea light candle. (Candle not...

A unique nativity scene from Kyrgyzstan - this charming hand-made nativity is created out of sheep's wool in the central Asian country of Kyrgyzstan. This nativity scene includes the holy family and yurt manger. A yurt is a traditional portable tent...

A new favorite nativity scene - the lustrous shine of this metal nativity from Thailand is simply gorgeous. Colorful beads highlight the star of Bethlehem, the wisemen and the backdrop. The nativity is handmade in Thailand from nickel, copper, brass and...

Beautifully crafted set of three nativity scene lanterns handmade from iron. Fair trade imported from India. The smallest of the three lanterns is of the shepherds tending their flock and measures 4 3/4 inches tall x 3 3/4 inches in diameter. The...

The figures in this nativity scene are handmade in Uganda from wire and Mutuba bark cloth, a traditional Ugandan fabric made from tree bark. Making barkcloth is an ancient Ugandan tradition, and the cloth is known as olubugo in Uganda. This...

Peruvian artisans produce some of the most creative nativities. In this unique nativity, the holy family is displayed inside a Peruvian guitar known as a charango, a scene that celebrates the season with a festive twist. Nativity is made from ceramic and...

A unique and beautiful hand-made African 6 piece nativity scene crafted using the Raku pottery technique. Characterized by hand-molding, low-firing and removal from kiln while still hot, Raku pottery has taken many forms and styles as the medium...

A stunning fair trade, hand-made African 10 piece nativity scene crafted using the Raku pottery technique. Raku pottery has its origins in 16th Century Japan. Characterized by hand-molding, low-firing and removal from kiln while still hot, Raku...

Lovely and colorful sinamay fabric and abaca fibers are woven to create this graceful nativity scene made in The Philippines. Nativity figures measure approximately 8 inches tall. Sinamay fabric is made from leaves of the abaca plant. Abaca fiber...

Colorfully dyed abaca fiber is used to create this 10 inch tall  nativity scene from the Philippines. Our Fair Trade nativity set from the Philippines is made from delicately woven abaca fibers and coconut fibers.  Abaca fiber is woven by...

Joseph standing holding a lantern and Mary kneels holding the infant Jesus in this delicately crafted nativity scene from the Philippines. Our Fair Trade nativity set from the Philippines is made from delicately woven abaca fibers and coconut fibers...

An egg is carefully hollowed out, painted on both the outside and inside, and plaster nativity figures are delicately glued inside. Two heliotrope flowers are symbolized at the base of the infant Jesus' manger. Heliotrope is a flower originally from...

A fair trade Peruvian nativity scene calls to mind the agricultural terraces of Pisac, an important and historic landmark in the sacred valley. The Incas carved curved canals and cisterns into the mountainside, allowing the steep terrain to produce an...

What makes this Hawaiian nativity set special to Kauai? Why the rooster of course. Kauai is known for the wild jungle fowl population living on the island. Moa (Polynesian for chicken) stand beside the Polynesian holy family in this unique nativity set...

Our Fair Trade nativity set from the Philippines is made from delicately woven abaca fibers and coconut fibers.  The tallest figure in this Filipino nativity set measures 4 inches high. Some of our favorite details in this nativity set is the...

Nestled within a hand-woven basket is this cherrful masapán nativity scene.  Masapán (pronounced MAH-ze-pahn) is bread dough and is traditionally used in Ecuador by local artisans. This product is entirely made by hand in small...

Fair Trade African nativity scene hand-carved from Musave wood of native Musave trees (Markhamia Lutea) in Rwanda, Africa. This 9 piece nativity set is a beautiful depiction of the celebration of Jesus' birth. Figures included: Jesus in a manger (baby...

Albesia wood is carefully carved and painted to create this beautiful nativity scene from Indonesia. The holy family are greeted by the three wisemen and an arch with star form a stately backdrop for the nativity scene.  Albesia wood is native to...

A curious penguin has travelled an awfully long way to visit the newborn Jesus in this Inuit nativity scene. The holy family and wisemen are all bundled in warm colorful parkas and the baby Jesus is swaddled snugly in cozy layers. Even a polar bear cub...

Fair trade nativity scene from Indonesia is designed in the style of the Dayak peoples of Borneo. Each nativity piece is handcarved from sustainable Albizia wood, sanded to a smooth finish and handpainted. The infant Jesus can be removed from the...

African nativity scene carved in Rwanda from wood of the native Musave trees (Markhamia Lutea). Mary cradles the infant Jesus, Joseph stands with a staff and a sheep in nestled at their feet. This beautiful nativity scene is hand carved and finished...

Brightly colored nativity scene from Sri Lanka is carved from sustainable alstonia wood. The paints used are lead free, making this durable nativity a good hands-on nativity scene. 10 piece Sri Lanka nativity scene measures 4 inches tall and 1/2 inch...

Artists in Indonesia carve and etch sustainable acacia wood to create this unique nativity set.  The beautiful grain of the wood gives each nativity scene a unique appearance. Fair trade Nativity made in Indonesia and measures 8 inches tall x...

African nativity scene carved in Rwanda from wood of the native Musave trees (Markhamia Lutea). Also called the Nile tree, musave trees are a very sustainable source of wood as they are fast growing and drought resistant once established. Mary cradles...

The message in the bottle is : Merry Christmas - Jesus is Born! Tiny nativity scene in a glass bottle is fair trade imported from Peru. Handmade from ceramic and glass and cork and measures 1 inch in diameter and 2.25 inches high.  See more...

A miniature nativity scene is completely housed inside the shell of a macadamia nut! It is truly remarkable how artisans in Ecuador can create such a colorfully detailed nativity set inside a macadamia shell! The holy family is crafted from Mazapan...

It is amazing a nativity set so small and delicate can be made with such colorful detail. Handmade in Ecuador, this miniature nativity scene is displayed on a disk of polished tagua shell with a pistachio shell as the backdrop. Mary, Joseph, and the...

Sri Lanka has a long history of indigenous weaving communities creating handloomed woven textiles and our fair trade nativity set from Sri Lanka incorporates that colorful tradition. Nativity pieces include the holy family, shepherd, lamb, ox, donkey,...

The message in the bottle is : Merry Christmas - Jesus is Born! Tiny nativity scene in a glass bottle is fair trade imported from Peru. Handmade from ceramic and glass and cork and measures 1 inch in diameter and 2.25 inches high.  See more...

The Peruvian highlands are known for their frazadas (traditional blankets) and the colorful frazadas used in this Peruvian highland nativity set make it extra, extra special! The nativity figures are made from terracotta, and colorfully dressed in the...

The infant Jesus is snuggled warmly in our igloo nativity scene. The Holy Family are dressed as Baffin Island Inuit - the native Inuit population of Baffin Island in Canada - although many Inuit populations dressed much the same way. They would wear...

A fair trade and natural nativity set from Kenya. Smooth and lustrous soapstone is locally sourced and carved by artisans in southwest Kenyan to create this stately nativity. Each figure highlights its own unique natural patterns and tones, and is...

This Zambian nativity is crafted from colorful batik fabrics and wire wrapped with yarn and sisal. These materials are all sourced from recycled scraps that would otherwise be discarded. Artists in Zambia use these materials to hand craft these vibrant...

This delightful hand-lathed, hand-made wooden Nativity scene comes to us from the Baltic Nation of Estonia. Bordering Russia, Latvia, the Baltic Sea and the Gulf of Finland, Estonia features beautiful land and seascapes and about 50% of its territory is...

Fair Trade African nativity scene hand-carved from Musave wood of native Musave trees (Markhamia Lutea) in Rwanda, Africa. This 9 piece nativity set is a beautiful depiction of the celebration of Jesus' birth. Figures included: Jesus in a manger (baby...

Fair trade seven piece set Nativity crafted in Indonesia. Elongated Albizia wood figures feature a contemporary design and intricate hand-painted detailing in traditional patterns. Sustainable and lightweight, the wood is hand carved and sanded to a...

A handmade, fair trade nativity scene from Nepal nestled in a solid glass apothecary jar. The jar measures 5.25 inches h x 2.5 inches in diameter. Handmade felt components are created and assembled by skilled Nepalese artisans working in a fair trade...

A truly unique, fair trade nativity scene. This adorable nativity scene is crafted out of covered marbles. The stable is crafted from wood and as it is handmade, there can be variation in the stable design.  Handmade in Chile, this fair trade item...

Wow we couldn't resist this beautiful Easter sculpture from Haiti. The risen Christ is artfully depicted using a hand-hammered repurposed steel drum.  Imported from Haiti through a fair trade organization. Fair trade pays artisans a fair price for...

Beautiful hand-hammered tree of life nativity scene made in Haiti from a repurposed steel drum. The holy family sits below a magnificent tree filled with stars. As each nativity scene is handmade, slight variations make each piece one of a kind. This...