Ermine Balsa Ornament art Squirrels love nuts and seeds

Squirrels love nuts and seeds

These salad servers are created from sustainably harvested tropical hardwood

Tufted titmice often line their nest with hair

Upcycled from reclaimed silk saris

This Holy Family with Staff Luminary is handcrafted in a family workshop in the community of San Juan de Oriente

Ermine Balsa Ornament art Squirrels love nuts and seedsErmines can change their color to match the season. As cute as they may look, they have no trouble taking on animals much bigger than themselves. Made out of sustainably harvested balsa wood, these lightweight ornaments are hand carved and then painted with non toxic acrylic paint by a cooperative of skilled artisans on Isla Solentiname, Nicaragua. Approximate size: 5" x 2".