A variety of colors make this barrette quite striking. Purple, coral, red, and gold are dominant. This barrette is actually a piece of wearable art made from a dried gourd. It's great to wear either in your hair or on a hat or handbag. It is also a nice, inexpensive gourd art gift and comes in its own organdy pouch and gift box. This is my own design and is truly one-of-a-kind. It is also unique. How many times do you see jewelry made from dried gourds?
I created the barrette from a piece of a pear gourd, sanding it until it was the shape I wanted. I drilled a hole into the center so that I could attach a gorgeous, hand painted Czech glass button with a gold plated seahorse in its center. Wavy glass in the background of the button makes me think of rippling water. I hand painted various species of coral on either side of the button so the seahorse has company. The background is a distressed gold metallic. I added Swarovski gems for additional sparkle. On the back side, I glued a 90mm, French-made, automatic, clip barrette blank onto the gourd using Diamond Adhesive. The back is washed in gold metallic as well. The piece has been covered with lacquer both front and back to protect it and the art. The piece is signed. The barrette measures 1-1/2" wide at its widest point and is close to 5" long. This is an unusual and lovely piece. You will not see another like it. It is truly one-of-a-kind.
Czech glass is collectible and a bit expensive. I recently discovered it and have fallen in love with the glowing colors and unique patterns. Czech glass is made by hand in small batches and is hand painted. It is considered a cottage industry in the Czech Republic.
NOTE: Because the gourd piece is so thin, the barrette must be handled carefully. Gourds by nature have blemishes, bumps, and other flaws. Any of these are simply part of the art host. I am proud to use gourds from Wuertz Gourd Farm, a family-owned, local farm in Casa Grande, AZ.
This piece comes with its own gift box tied with fabric ribbon.
Check out my other pieces of gourd jewelry here: https://www.etsy.com/your/shops/HappyHummerArt/sections/14876582
Returns & Exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
Just contact me within: 5 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 7 days of delivery
I don't accept cancellations
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
- Items on sale
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my gourd art be kept outside?
No. My gourd art is intended for inside use only. The art will not hold up to weather and is not created to do so.
Can my gourd vases and bowls be filled with water for fresh flowers?
No. Unless I specifically state that the piece has been waterproofed, my gourd art should not be exposed to liquids including water. However, non-leaking containers for water--such as slender glass vases, etc.,--can be placed into the bowl or vase if you wish to use the piece for holding fresh flower bouquets. Just be careful to make sure there is no spillage.
There are bumps and blemishes on the gourd art. Are these defects?
No. Gourds are natural elements that will have bumps, dings, and blemishes. These are simply a part of the gourd itself.
Wholesale availability
I am a one person operation. I cannot and do not want to mass produce. I prefer NOT to become involved in wholesale.
Gift wrapping and packaging
Almost all of my art comes gift boxed and tied with a fabric ribbon. If you want the order gift wrapped, please convo me to discuss. I can also include a customized gift enclosure card. Please make sure to let me know in the "message" portion of your order if you wish to send as a gift and provide the name and address of the recipient. I try to include a copy of your receipt with each order. If the item is a gift, I will withhold the receipt unless you direct me otherwise.
Care instructions
I send a set of "care instructions" with all of my gourd art. Gourd art should be cared for in the same manner you would care for fine wood. Simply dust gently with a dry cloth. Keep the piece out of prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to ensure the colors do not fade. Keep the piece out of water.