St. Nicolas St. Nicolas Ornaments|Female Viking without Horns Ornament

Vikings are known for their longships, their fierce fighting style, and their exploration and settlement of new lands. However, this ornament will be known for its historic smile.

St. Nicolas bespoke, handmade ornaments are made using the traditional method of zardozi embroidery, which originated in Persia and reached India in the 12th century. This highly skilled embroidery technique uses gold wires and jewels for embellishments. Today, only a few skilled artisans can create these pieces, making each unique. Since 1988, St. Nicolas has partnered with a small Christian charity in Thailand that assists disadvantaged rural women in finding employment within their community.