Kingfisher Totumo Earrings – Hand-Carved Bird Statement Earrings

Flash a little colour with the Kingfisher Totumo Earrings. In bright turquoise and orange, just like the bird itself, they are hand-carved from totumo, a natural dried calabash shell, and layered with natural fabric by artisans in Colombia. Bold enough to be a statement, light enough to wear all day.

The Kingfisher: A Symbol of Calm and Good Fortune

In folklore the kingfisher, or halcyon, stands for calm, peace and good fortune, which is where the phrase "halcyon days" comes from. Found along rivers from Britain to the Colombian rainforest, it is one of nature's brightest flashes of colour. These earrings capture that spirit in a joyful, nature-inspired design that is a real conversation starter.

Why You'll Love Them

• Turquoise and orange kingfisher design, hand-carved in detail
• Made from natural totumo (dried calabash shell) layered with natural fabric
• Lightweight statement earrings, about 4cm long and comfortable for all-day wear
• Ethically handmade by artisans in Colombia, supporting traditional craft
• Arrives in a gift box, ready to give

Artisan Craftsmanship

Totumo shells are boiled, dried, hand-carved and polished before they are turned into jewellery, a traditional Colombian craft passed down through generations. Layered with natural fabric for depth and colour, every pair is slightly different, so no two pairs are exactly alike.

A Thoughtful Gift

A meaningful gift for bird lovers, nature lovers and anyone who loves colourful, characterful jewellery. Totumo is a natural, wood-like material, so these earrings also make a lovely 5th (wood) anniversary gift.

Product Information

• Size: approx. 4cm long
• Colours: turquoise and orange
• Materials: hand-carved totumo (dried calabash shell) and natural fabric
• Closure: gold-plated brass studs
• Lightweight statement earrings
• Vegan-friendly, plant-based materials
• Presented in a gift box

Care

Keep dry and wipe gently with a soft cloth. Store in the gift box to protect the carving.

Explore the full totumo jewellery collection or more sustainable statement earrings.

Each pair is handmade from natural materials, so colour, size and pattern may vary slightly from the photos. That's what makes yours one of a kind.