Mom Wolf & Cub - Gourd Ornament

This new Mom Wolf & Cub ornament captures the love between a protective mother wolf and her adorable cub, symbolizing unconditional love and the strength of nature. Handmade by talented Peruvian artisans under fair trade principles bringing a modern twist to a 4,000 year old traditional carving and burning technique. Each one is hand-carved and hand-burned by Rodolfo and Lizzet and their team from the Andes of Peru. Expect slight variations in shape, size, and design. Price is for one ornament. A Lucuma Designs exclusive design. Copyright 2024. All rights reserved.

Why Gourds Make Great Gifts

Natural charm, handmade character, and a story worth sharing.

A gourd ornament or keepsake brings together nature, craftsmanship, and individuality in a way that feels personal and enduring. Each piece begins as a fruit grown from the earth, shaped by nature and transformed by creative hands, so no two are ever quite alike.

Lightweight and easy to hang and display, gourd ornaments bring warmth and personality to holiday trees, year round or seasonal décor. Each gourd gift carries a little of the natural world, the artist who made it, and the joy of giving something that makes someone smile.

Peruvian Craft Traditions

What 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.

Inspired 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.

Lucuma Designs is proud to work with talented Peruvian artists and help preserve craft traditions, skills, and knowledge that have endured for generations.