SWALLOWTAIL BUTTERFLY - WOVEN INSECT ORNAMENT - HAND-MADE BY ARTISAN FROM THE PERUVIAN AMAZON

These unique fair-trade ornaments represent the iconic yellow-swallowtail (Papilio) butterfly with variations found in both North and South America. It will look great hanging on your Christmas tree, rear-view mirror or adding a distinctive companion to your favorite hat. These ornaments are handmade by Peruvian Amazon artisans from natural chambira palm fiber. The sale of these ornaments supports forest conservation and helps meet local needs in traditional communities in Peru. These ornaments were made by artisans from the town of Jenaro Herrera and Bora artisans from the Ampiyacu River. Each ornament comes with a tag listing the name and village of the artisan who made it and the plants used to make it. Please remember that each ornament is handmade and may differ from the photos shown for this model. Model: ORI031 See our Butterfly Craft Collection for other ornaments and barrettes featuring butterflies