Cyprus - Souvenirs The following are some ideas for popular art and craft  Souvenirs which can easily be found across the Island of Cyprus - Lace Delicate hand-made lace from Lefkara and Omodos has been famous for centuries. Rugs and Carpets Colourful decorative and hard-wearing woollen rugs are made in all sizes, in geometric patterns and stripes of red, orange, yellow and brown. Embroidery  - Fine needlework is an age-old Cypriot skill. Embroidered tablecloths, napkins and bed-linen are widely sold. Icons  - Genuine antique fans are rare and costly, but many galleries offer beautifully painted copies of museum pieces. Ceramics  - pretty places- bowls and pitchers in traditional patterns make great gifts, and there are plenty of imaginatively painted modern pieces too. Gold and Silver - Bracelets, chains, rings and earrings are real bargains. Most gold is 18-carat - look for the hallmark of the Cyprus Goldsmiths Association. Musical Instruments - Antique lutes, cymbals and drums can be found in many antiques shops. Reed Baskets  - Multicoloured bread baskets are practical and decorative gifts or souvenirs. Antique Copperware  - Look out for old kettles and coffee pots, jugs and antique hubble-bubble pipes in Nicosia.