Sammy the Sloth, Guatemala oos resulting in unique patterns

resulting in unique patterns

The handles are made from discarded animal bones which are "batiked" by placing wax on the white bone and then dipping it in a dark brown or black dye

5" with handles

Brass and silver-plated metals

Sammy the Sloth, Guatemala oos resulting in unique patternsPeople are just crazy about sloths. This adorable creature is handmade in a fair trade women's cooperative in Guatemala of felted wool on a wire frame. It includes a tag with a hand written name of the Guatemalan woman who made it. Makes a great stocking stuffer. Approximately 5" tall. Choking hazard: not for children under age 3. ABOUT THE ARTISANS The women who make our felted animals live in the highlands of Guatemala. Felting is a new Guatemalan