This hand-carved and hand-painted hippo ornament brings a touch of the wild to any holiday tree or home decor. Crafted from sustainably harvested balsa wood, each piece is carefully shaped with a machete and painted with lifelike detail by artisans on Isla Solentiname, Nicaragua. Lightweight and eco-friendly, this fair trade ornament makes a unique gift for wildlife lovers and supporters of ethical craftsmanship.
Who Made It: Women of the Cloud Forest partners with artisans on Isla Solentiname, Nicaragua, to create sustainable, fair trade crafts that preserve traditional carving techniques and support community development.
Size: Approximately 5" x 2"
Material: Sustainably harvested balsa wood, non-toxic acrylic paint
Handcrafted in Nicaragua
