Ornament Gourd Santa Open Eyes - Peru
| Article number: | open eyes |
| Availability: | In stock (3) |
HO! HO! HO! says Santa as he carries his bag full of goodies! Surprise your friends and family with a Santa ornament and start a yearly tradition! Contemporary Peruvian master gourd carvers follow a tradition over 4,000 years old as they finely carve these intricate gourds with simple hand chisels and then naturally colour them with fire.
Features:
- Materials: gourds
- Size: 2.3" - 3.5"
- Handcrafted in Peru
Artisan Story
Lucuma Designs promotes superb artists from Peru and Costa Rica. “Lucuma” is a tasty Peruvian fruit, with a bright orange-yellow pulp that mirrors the vibrancy of the collections and of Peruvian Folk Art. Inspired by a love for nature, the collections come to life through collaborative design, sustainability, fine craftsmanship and authenticity. Lacuma’s artisans are organized in 20 family run workshops and cooperatives throughout Peru. Of the 300+ artists and crafters that work with Lacuma, over 80% are women. Their work empowers them to have a stronger voice within their households and communities. Lucuma Designs has been a proud member of the Fair Trade Federation since 1999 and One Percent for the Planet since 2018.
About Us
Villages Port Colborne is located along the shore of the Niagara Peninsula. Where the Welland Canal and Lake Erie meet, in the heart of Port Colborne, we have been fair trade since 1984. We carry unique, handcrafted goods that are ethically made from artisans around the world. If you’re in the Southern Ontario area, we welcome you to visit us in-person!