Stary Nativity - Mini Gourd Ornament
Warm & Whimsical Nativity
Celebrate the season with a sweet and simple take on the nativity. This mini ornament shows Mary and Joseph lovingly carrying Baby Jesus, all gently etched in a clean, modern line style. A shining star glows above, while a quiet little sheep adds a cozy touch in the background.
Whether it’s hanging on your tree or wrapped up for someone special, this small treasure brings joy, peace, and a timeless story to your holiday.
Designed as a Lucuma Designs exclusive and handmade in the workshop of Lizzet and Rodolfo in Cochas, Peru using traditional techniques that date over 4,000 years. This eco-friendly ornament celebrates the Spirit of Christmas combining modern design with ancient craftsmanship.
Why Love It:
- Handmade from natural gourd, each one is unique and eco-friendly
- Depicts the Holy Family with a star and sheep in a stylized, modern look
- Carved and shaded by hand using traditional techniques passed down through generations
- A fair trade ornament supporting artisan families
Due to the natural gourd and artisanal process, each ornament will vary slightly in shape, color, and detail, part of what makes them so special. Price is for one mini ornament.
Naturally Beautiful
A greener way to decorate the season.
Our carved gourd ornaments begin with something wonderfully simple: a fruit grown from the earth. Once dried, its shell becomes firm, lightweight, and durable, creating a natural surface for carving, burning, and hand finishing.
For anyone looking for holiday décor with a natural feel and meaningful story, gourds offer a distinctive alternative to conventional ornaments. Their organic shapes, warm tones, and hand carved details bring texture and character to Christmas displays, while their natural materials and artisan craftsmanship make them especially appealing for thoughtful gifting.
Because no two gourds grow exactly alike, every ornament carries its own subtle variations. The result is a piece that feels personal, collectible, worth sharing, and made to be enjoyed year after year.
Why Fair Trade Matters
For 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.
It 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.
Fair 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.
Ultimately, Fair Trade reminds us that business can be a force for good when it's guided by shared values and meaningful connections.
Lucuma Designs has been a proud member of the Fair Trade Federation since 1999.