{"title":"pollinator inspired gifts","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCelebrate the tiny heroes behind every bloom. Our pollinator collection showcases intricately hand-carved gourds featuring bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and more, crafted as ornaments, birdhouses, and keepsake boxes. These artful, nature-inspired gifts are a natural fit for botanical gardens, plant shops and museums and specialty gift shops, and make beautiful take-home reminders year-round.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lsign12","title":"Bees \u0026 Pollinators Sign 6\"x6\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 15pt; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eFront: \"Pollinators remind us to celebrate the beauty of life and our interconnectedness. When we take good care of ecosystems that support pollinators including wild \u0026amp; honey bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, moths, beetles and fruit bats, we all win!\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.38;\"\u003e\u003cspan style='color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: \"Times New Roman\"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap; text-align: inherit;'\u003eBack: \"Flying from flower to flower, we bees pollinate a third of all the food you eat plus other useful crops. For thousands of years, we’ve also provided you with honey and wax without asking much. Today, we really need you to B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style='font-size: 11pt; font-family: \"Times New Roman\"; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;'\u003eee our Hero by: #1 planting native flowers, #2 growing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; line-height: 1.38;\"\u003e\u003cspan style='font-size: 11pt; font-family: \"Times New Roman\"; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;'\u003ean organic garden, #3 avoiding synthetic pesticides, #4 buying as many organic foods and products as possible and #5 sharing with friends and family what you how to be truly bee friendly so all pollinators can thrive again!\"  Each Lucuma Design’s fair trade gift contributes to non-profit organizations promoting bee friendly environments. See the causes we support at OnePercentForThePlanet.org\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; text-align: inherit;\"\u003eSign measures 6\"x6\". Printed on stiff cardstock. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42037572927701,"sku":"LSIGN12","price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/0735\/6373\/products\/lsign12_bee_pollinator_sign_6x6_a_1.jpg?v=1636619704"},{"product_id":"fcr103s","title":"Hummingbird - Confetti Ceramic Ornament","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnique gift for hummingbird lovers! This cute n' colorful fair trade folk art ceramic ornament is made by hand in Edwin’s workshop in Lima, Peru. It comes in its own ready-to-give, reusable gift box. Hummingbirds are also available as part of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.lucuma.com\/fcr503s\"\u003ePollinator Mix\u003c\/a\u003e; fun assorted colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEdwin Huasacca, ceramic artist\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003eBorn in Quinua, Ayacucho, Peru, where ceramics are woven into everyday life, Edwin Huasacca Condori learned the art of clay from his father. In the 1980s, seeking better opportunities, he and his five brothers relocated to Lima, where they established their ceramic workshops side by side to continue their family tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEdwin is known for shaping expressive characters directly in clay, often without sketches, relying on memory and innate instinct. His pieces carry the spirit of Ayacucho through bright colors, playful details, and patterns inspired by regional ceramic and retablo traditions. Together with his wife, Marisol, who leads the decorative painting, Edwin creates joyful, handmade collections that celebrate imagination and Peruvian artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Fair Trade Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003eFor our team at Lucuma Designs, Fair Trade is more than a business model. It's a way of life that guides our daily decisions and inspires us to keep learning and evolving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt lives in the relationships we've built over many years with the artist partners we know personally. Together, we've grown through trust and a shared commitment to building sustainable livelihoods and a better future for their families and communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFair Trade is about much more than creating jobs. Through creative collaboration and by encouraging our artist partners to continually refine their craft and excel at what they do, we've built handmade collections our clients have come to trust year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUltimately, Fair Trade reminds us that business can be a force for good when it's guided by shared values and meaningful connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLucuma Designs has been a proud member of the Fair Trade Federation since 1999.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42037688860885,"sku":"FCR103S","price":32.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/0735\/6373\/files\/FCR103S_LS_Hummingbird_20260914W.jpg?v=1789438333"},{"product_id":"fcr107s","title":"Monarch Butterfly - Confetti Ceramic Ornament","description":"\u003cp\u003eGot milkweed? This monarch will remind you of summer sunshine and the beauty of its real-life counterpart!  Each ceramic ornament is handmade with love by Edwin’s workshop in Lima, Peru. It comes in its own ready-to-give, reusable gift box. Also available as part of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.lucuma.com\/fcr503s\"\u003eConfetti Pollinator Mix\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEdwin Huasacca, ceramic artist\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003eBorn in Quinua, Ayacucho, Peru, where ceramics are woven into everyday life, Edwin Huasacca Condori learned the art of clay from his father. In the 1980s, seeking better opportunities, he and his five brothers relocated to Lima, where they established their ceramic workshops side by side to continue their family tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEdwin is known for shaping expressive characters directly in clay, often without sketches, relying on memory and innate instinct. His pieces carry the spirit of Ayacucho through bright colors, playful details, and patterns inspired by regional ceramic and retablo traditions. Together with his wife, Marisol, who leads the decorative painting, Edwin creates joyful, handmade collections that celebrate imagination and Peruvian artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e1% For The Planet\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003eAs nature lovers, we want to do our part to contribute to a healthier planet. For us and our artist partners, nature is an endless source of inspiration, motivating us to seek more sustainable alternatives, eco-friendly materials, and greener ways of doing business.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a member of 1% for the Planet, Lucuma Designs commits at least 1% of annual sales to environmental nonprofits working to protect and restore natural habitats, support Indigenous communities, and advance causes close to our hearts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur giving is certified annually through 1% for the Planet, so every Lucuma purchase helps support organizations working toward a healthier, more beautiful world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLearn more about how you can join at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.onepercentfortheplanet.org\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1% for the Planet\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42037694005461,"sku":"FCR107S","price":31.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/0735\/6373\/files\/FCR107S_LS_Monarch_Butterfly_20260914W.jpg?v=1789438334"},{"product_id":"fcr111s","title":"Bee - Confetti Ceramic Ornament","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe cutest bee you ever did see! This honey of a fair trade ceramic bee ornament is handmade in Edwin’s workshop in Lima, Peru. It comes ready to give in its own special pollinator gift box. Bees are also available as part of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.lucuma.com\/fcr503s\"\u003eConfetti Pollinator Mix\u003c\/a\u003e (sold in 12's). Price is for one ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEdwin Huasacca, ceramic artist\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003eBorn in Quinua, Ayacucho, Peru, where ceramics are woven into everyday life, Edwin Huasacca Condori learned the art of clay from his father. In the 1980s, seeking better opportunities, he and his five brothers relocated to Lima, where they established their ceramic workshops side by side to continue their family tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEdwin is known for shaping expressive characters directly in clay, often without sketches, relying on memory and innate instinct. His pieces carry the spirit of Ayacucho through bright colors, playful details, and patterns inspired by regional ceramic and retablo traditions. Together with his wife, Marisol, who leads the decorative painting, Edwin creates joyful, handmade collections that celebrate imagination and Peruvian artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGood for the Planet. Good for Everyone.\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003eWith love for Mother Earth and all beings who depend on her, Lucuma Designs commits at least 1% of annual sales to environmental organizations working to restore ecosystems, support Indigenous communities, and protect natural habitats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach year, we select nonprofit partners through the 1% for the Planet network whose work supports causes close to our hearts. Our giving often helps advance food sovereignty, sustainable agriculture, reforestation, solar energy, Indigenous rights, water access, habitat protection, and other environmental initiatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur giving is certified annually through 1% for the Planet, so every Lucuma purchase helps support organizations working toward a healthier, more beautiful world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLearn more about how you can join at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.onepercentfortheplanet.org\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOnePercentForThePlanet.org\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42037699674325,"sku":"FCR111S","price":31.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/0735\/6373\/files\/FCR111S_LS_Bee_20260914W.jpg?v=1789438333"},{"product_id":"crg105n","title":"Monarch Butterflies - Gourd Ornament","description":"\u003cp\u003eMonarch butterflies are truly little wonders! Celebrate these distinctive and beloved pollinators with our uniquely hand-crafted Monarch Butterfly gourd ornaments. \u003c\/p\u003e \n \n\u003cp\u003eDesigned and hand-crafted by artists in Peru, our fair trade gourd ornaments bring a modern flair to a 4,000-year-old traditional hand-carving and burning technique. These ready to hang ornaments average 2”-2.5” tall. Details will vary as nature and the artists intended. Price displayed is for one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStories in Every Gourd\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA canvas for memory, celebration, and everyday life.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor generations, Peruvian gourd artists have used the curved surface of the mate to tell stories without words. Farming and harvests, weddings, religious ceremonies, dances, festivals, family life, and important events can all unfold across a single gourd.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis narrative tradition became especially prominent during the 19th century, when artists increasingly portrayed scenes of everyday life and local customs. By the early 20th century, artists in the Mantaro Valley were carving detailed scenes linked to the agricultural and ritual calendar, preserving the rhythms and memories of Andean life in communities such as Cochas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eToday, the gourds we share carry this storytelling tradition forward in a different way. Instead of narrating an entire event or village scene, contemporary gourd artists often express their world through a flower, bird, animal, or playful natural motif. Each piece becomes a small reflection of the artist’s imagination, sensibility, and connection to the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePeruvian Craft Traditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003eWhat makes Peruvian craft traditions special is the extraordinary continuity between ancient culture and contemporary artistry. For thousands of years, Peruvian makers have refined techniques in carving, knitting, pottery, weaving, and jewelry making, passing their knowledge from one generation to the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspired by a rich cultural heritage that includes ancient civilizations such as Caral, Machu Picchu, the treasures of Sipán, Paracas, or the Nazca Lines, today’s artisans continue to reinterpret traditional materials, symbols, and techniques in new and creative ways. The result is craft that feels deeply rooted in tradition while alive and evolving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLucuma Designs is proud to work with talented Peruvian artists and help preserve craft traditions, skills, and knowledge that have endured for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42037701476565,"sku":"CRG105N","price":29.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/0735\/6373\/files\/CRG105N_LS_Monarch_Butterflies_20260902W.jpg?v=1789159829"},{"product_id":"crg503c","title":"Tropical Butterflies - Mixed Colors - Gourd Ornament","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis great gourd showcases a kaleidoscope of beautiful butterflies! Marvel at the wonderful, hand-carved and burned details as this gourd hang from your Christmas tree. \u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cp\u003eDesigned and hand-crafted by artists in Peru, our fair trade gourd ornaments bring a modern flair to a 4,000-year-old traditional hand-carving and burning technique. These ready to hang ornaments average 2”-3.5” tall. Details will vary as nature and the artists intended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAn Ancient Craft\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA living tradition more than 4,000 years in the making.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLong before gourds became Christmas ornaments and keepsakes, Peruvians were carving and decorating them for both practical and symbolic purposes. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArchaeological evidence from Huaca Prieta on Peru’s northern coast shows gourds used as bowls, bottles, dippers, fishing floats, and other everyday objects as early as the third millennium BCE. Some fragments were also carved and decorated with pyroengraving, showing that gourds had already become a surface for artistic expression. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther archaeological discoveries reveal their deeper symbolic significance. A carved and painted gourd fragment dating to about 2250 BCE depicts the Staff God, one of the earliest known representations of a major Andean deity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemarkably, closely related techniques continue to this day. Artists still carve dried gourds by hand and use heat to darken and shade the surface, carrying forward an ancient Peruvian tradition with roots reaching back thousands of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSources: American Museum of Natural History archaeological research at Huaca Prieta, published 1949; archaeological research on early Andean decorated gourds; Peru Ministry of Culture documentation on mate burilado, 2013.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Fair Trade Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003eFor our team at Lucuma Designs, Fair Trade is more than a business model. It's a way of life that guides our daily decisions and inspires us to keep learning and evolving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt lives in the relationships we've built over many years with the artist partners we know personally. Together, we've grown through trust and a shared commitment to building sustainable livelihoods and a better future for their families and communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFair Trade is about much more than creating jobs. Through creative collaboration and by encouraging our artist partners to continually refine their craft and excel at what they do, we've built handmade collections our clients have come to trust year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUltimately, Fair Trade reminds us that business can be a force for good when it's guided by shared values and meaningful connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLucuma Designs has been a proud member of the Fair Trade Federation since 1999.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42037718614229,"sku":"CRG503C","price":35.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/0735\/6373\/files\/CRG503C_LS_Tropical_Butterflies_20260902W.jpg?v=1789172663"},{"product_id":"crg211n","title":"Beehive - Gourd Ornament","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned and hand-crafted by artists in Peru, our gourd ornaments bring a modern flair to a 4,000-year-old traditional carving and burning technique. Each one is hand-carved and burned by one of our fine artists of the Andes of Peru. These ready to hang ornaments average 2.5”-3.5” tall. Details will vary as nature and the artists intended. Price displayed is for one ornament. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePeruvian Gourd Tradition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA humble fruit becomes a canvas for storytelling.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor thousands of years, Peruvians have transformed gourds into useful and expressive objects, using them to store food, make music, celebrate life’s moments, and tell stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the Andean village of Cochas, in Peru’s Mantaro Valley, this tradition is still very much alive. Artists use the dried shell of the mate, or gourd, as a natural 3D canvas, carving intricate designs with a fine tool called buril. Their motifs are often inspired by nature, daily life, celebrations, and imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach gourd is shaped by nature and finished by hand, becoming an ornament, box, or keepsake with a character and story all its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e1% For The Planet\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003eAs nature lovers, we want to do our part to contribute to a healthier planet. For us and our artist partners, nature is an endless source of inspiration, motivating us to seek more sustainable alternatives, eco-friendly materials, and greener ways of doing business.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a member of 1% for the Planet, Lucuma Designs commits at least 1% of annual sales to environmental nonprofits working to protect and restore natural habitats, support Indigenous communities, and advance causes close to our hearts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur giving is certified annually through 1% for the Planet, so every Lucuma purchase helps support organizations working toward a healthier, more beautiful world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLearn more about how you can join at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.onepercentfortheplanet.org\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1% for the Planet\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42037729919189,"sku":"CRG211N","price":29.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/0735\/6373\/files\/CRG211N_LS_Beehive_20260902W.jpg?v=1789078977"},{"product_id":"cgh507m","title":"Butterfly - Gourd Birdhouse","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis charming and intricate butterfly doodle design is the result of over 20 years of artistic collaboration between our designers and Pablo and Ana from Cochas, Peru. 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Some fragments were also carved and decorated with pyroengraving, showing that gourds had already become a surface for artistic expression. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther archaeological discoveries reveal their deeper symbolic significance. A carved and painted gourd fragment dating to about 2250 BCE depicts the Staff God, one of the earliest known representations of a major Andean deity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemarkably, closely related techniques continue to this day. Artists still carve dried gourds by hand and use heat to darken and shade the surface, carrying forward an ancient Peruvian tradition with roots reaching back thousands of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSources: American Museum of Natural History archaeological research at Huaca Prieta, published 1949; archaeological research on early Andean decorated gourds; Peru Ministry of Culture documentation on mate burilado, 2013.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGood for the Planet. 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Our giving often helps advance food sovereignty, sustainable agriculture, reforestation, solar energy, Indigenous rights, water access, habitat protection, and other environmental initiatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur giving is certified annually through 1% for the Planet, so every Lucuma purchase helps support organizations working toward a healthier, more beautiful world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLearn more about how you can join at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.onepercentfortheplanet.org\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOnePercentForThePlanet.org\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42037871411413,"sku":"CGH507M","price":57.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/0735\/6373\/files\/CGH507M_LS_Butterfly_birdhouse_20260922W.jpg?v=1790186294"},{"product_id":"crg507n","title":"Butterfly - Gourd Ornament","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style='caret-color: rgb(33, 43, 54); color: rgb(33, 43, 54); font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"San Francisco\", \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 14px;'\u003eAs a natural symbol of beauty and gentleness, butterflies captures our imagination like no other. This exquisite carving by Pablo, Ana and their crew in Cochas, Peru, reflects over 20 year of creative collaboration with our designers at Lucuma Designs. Shape and details may vary. Price is for one. Size ranges from 2.3\" - 3\"H. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePeruvian Gourd Tradition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA humble fruit becomes a canvas for storytelling.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor thousands of years, Peruvians have transformed gourds into useful and expressive objects, using them to store food, make music, celebrate life’s moments, and tell stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the Andean village of Cochas, in Peru’s Mantaro Valley, this tradition is still very much alive. Artists use the dried shell of the mate, or gourd, as a natural 3D canvas, carving intricate designs with a fine tool called buril. Their motifs are often inspired by nature, daily life, celebrations, and imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach gourd is shaped by nature and finished by hand, becoming an ornament, box, or keepsake with a character and story all its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e1% For The Planet\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003eAs nature lovers, we want to do our part to contribute to a healthier planet. For us and our artist partners, nature is an endless source of inspiration, motivating us to seek more sustainable alternatives, eco-friendly materials, and greener ways of doing business.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a member of 1% for the Planet, Lucuma Designs commits at least 1% of annual sales to environmental nonprofits working to protect and restore natural habitats, support Indigenous communities, and advance causes close to our hearts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur giving is certified annually through 1% for the Planet, so every Lucuma purchase helps support organizations working toward a healthier, more beautiful world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLearn more about how you can join at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.onepercentfortheplanet.org\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1% for the Planet\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42037872361685,"sku":"CRG507N","price":29.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/0735\/6373\/files\/CRG507N_LS_Butterfly_20260902W.jpg?v=1789079395"},{"product_id":"crg513n","title":"Hummingbird - Gourd Ornament","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis uplifting little creature reminds us to pause and enjoy the sweetness of life! 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It's a way of life that guides our daily decisions and inspires us to keep learning and evolving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt lives in the relationships we've built over many years with the artist partners we know personally. Together, we've grown through trust and a shared commitment to building sustainable livelihoods and a better future for their families and communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFair Trade is about much more than creating jobs. 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A cherished result of over 20 years of creative partnership with Lucuma Designs, this ornament reflects the timeless beauty of fair trade Peruvian craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect as a nature-inspired Christmas tree ornament, a unique eco-friendly gift, or a year-round decor piece for dragonfly lovers, each one-of-a-kind creation carries a story of transformation and artistry. No two are alike—shapes and details may vary, adding to their charm. Price is for one ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Gourds Make Great Gifts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural charm, handmade character, and a story worth sharing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA gourd ornament or keepsake brings together nature, craftsmanship, and individuality in a way that feels personal and enduring. 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His pieces carry the spirit of Ayacucho through bright colors, playful details, and patterns inspired by regional ceramic and retablo traditions. Together with his wife, Marisol, who leads the decorative painting, Edwin creates joyful, handmade collections that celebrate imagination and Peruvian artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGood for the Planet. Good for Everyone.\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003eWith love for Mother Earth and all beings who depend on her, Lucuma Designs commits at least 1% of annual sales to environmental organizations working to restore ecosystems, support Indigenous communities, and protect natural habitats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach year, we select nonprofit partners through the 1% for the Planet network whose work supports causes close to our hearts. 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Our giving often helps advance food sovereignty, sustainable agriculture, reforestation, solar energy, Indigenous rights, water access, habitat protection, and other environmental initiatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur giving is certified annually through 1% for the Planet, so every Lucuma purchase helps support organizations working toward a healthier, more beautiful world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLearn more about how you can join at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.onepercentfortheplanet.org\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOnePercentForThePlanet.org\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47441460003029,"sku":"CGB519P","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/0735\/6373\/files\/CGB519P_LS_Dragonfly_20260922W.jpg?v=1790186676"},{"product_id":"cgf521p","title":"Wild Flowers - Gourd Bud Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese charming little gourd flower vases are not just functional—they are true works of art! Meticulously hand-carved and burned by Peruvian master gourd artists Pablo and Ana, each vase features intricate nature scenes with delicate wildflowers, bees, butterflies, and birds, capturing the beauty of the outdoors. The fine craftsmanship makes these vases perfect for showcasing a small fresh flower or propagating herbs like basil, with the included glass insert. Designed as a Lucuma Designs exclusive, every gourd vase is unique, with its own natural variations in shape, color, and detail. To preserve its beauty, keep the gourd dry. Collection includes six assorted designs. Price is for one gourd vase with a glass tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAn Ancient Craft\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp data-oe-version=\"2.0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA living tradition more than 4,000 years in the making.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLong before gourds became Christmas ornaments and keepsakes, Peruvians were carving and decorating them for both practical and symbolic purposes. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArchaeological evidence from Huaca Prieta on Peru’s northern coast shows gourds used as bowls, bottles, dippers, fishing floats, and other everyday objects as early as the third millennium BCE. Some fragments were also carved and decorated with pyroengraving, showing that gourds had already become a surface for artistic expression. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther archaeological discoveries reveal their deeper symbolic significance. 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