Lucky White Elephant | Felt Birdhouse
In many parts of Asia, white elephants are regarded as symbols of good fortune. Any bird would be fortunate to nest in this white elephant house, whose hand-felted wool is naturally cozy and weather-resistant. Vibrant red and purple flower details make this elephant birdhouse a bright, fun addition to any backyard.
Meet the Artisans
Sheep’s wool is an amazingly adaptable fiber. It can be dyed any color and when hand felted using warm mildly soapy water it can be molded into any shape, or then cut and sewn together as per your imagination. Because the felting and most of the stitching process is all done by hand with natural materials that can be sustainably harvested, hand felted products have a relatively soft impact on the environment. Commercial exports of felted products from Nepal have grown exponentially since around 2000, benefitting thousands of mostly women workers, production managers and family businesses who help support their families and educate their children with their earnings. |