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Christmas Mate Gourd Bird Ornament (Set of 6), "Christmas Owls"
Margarita and Martha transform dried mate gourds into six cheerful owls. One of the oldest handicrafts in the Andes, the gourds are engraved by hand. Colorful Santa Claus hats crown each one.
The natural shape of the gourd dictates size and shape, so slight variations should be expected.
- 0.18 kgs
- 0.4 lbs
- 7.7 cm H x 5.5 cm Diam.
- 3" H x 2.2" Diam.
- 70% cotton, 30% acrylic and mate gourds
- Size may vary slightly
- Color(s) may vary slightly
- Made in Peru.
- Certified and shipped by our office in the Andes
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Emily
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12/06/2020
"Completely Adorable!!!"
These ornaments are ADORABLE and beautifully crafted. They are absolutely WONDERFUL!!!
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Alison
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07/03/2020
"One of our favorite sets of ornaments"
I bought these years ago. They are still in great condition and are one of my daughter s favorite sets of ornaments to hang on our Christmas tree.
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Angelica
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05/10/2020
"Gift for a Friend"
My friend just absolutely loved these. Very well made and unique
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Billie
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11/14/2016
"Beloved Keysake"
I bought these as a gift who is wild about Christmas decorating.. but she'd never seen anything like these adorable owls. Beautifully decorated, completely original and much praised.
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- This was a gift for: Friend
- Occasion: Christmas
Eric
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06/20/2016
"Beautiful and of great quality!"
Beautiful and of great quality!
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Barbara
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06/16/2016
"beautiful"
stunning- just looking at them makes me happy
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Aurora
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05/08/2022
"Holiday Owls"
Got this set for Christmas Time for a gift, and my friend was very happy to received it. The craftsmanship, and presentation was just beautiful. Thank you so much for your talent, and dedication. Aurora Devine.
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Holiday Owls, Dried Mate Gourd Owls Ornaments Wearing Hats (Set of 3)
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robin
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03/07/2022
"Sweet and unusual ornaments"
Very well made and very good price.
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Holiday Owls, Dried Mate Gourd Owls Ornaments Wearing Hats (Set of 3)
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Brenda
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02/14/2022
"Very Cute Ornaments"
I bought these ornaments as a Christmas gift for a friend who also shops at Novica, and she loved them. She said she set them out as soon as she received them. I love decorated gourds, and this is a particularly intricate and fun design.
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- Ornaments to hang anywhere
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Holiday Owls, Dried Mate Gourd Owls Ornaments Wearing Hats (Set of 3)
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Bruce
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01/26/2022
"Very different, very special!"
I am a games collector and historian. This item is a beautiful and usual addition to my collection. Wonderfully made and actually playable. And I love the mother-daughter artisans personal story.
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Inca Emperor Owl, Handmade Inca Chief Owl Dried Gourd on Desktop Ring Toss Set
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Bruce
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01/26/2022
"Wonderful ornaments!"
Well designed, cute, and the perfect addition to any Christmas tree.
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Holiday Owls, Dried Mate Gourd Owls Ornaments Wearing Hats (Set of 3)
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Raema
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01/22/2022
"This unique ornament will be treasured by me and my family."
This item is perfectly awesome, every detail excellent, and one I will cherish. Thank you very much. Your friend RR in Nevada USA
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Nativity in the Andes, Handmade Fabric Nativity Scene Ornament from Peru
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