Whimsical Wolf Balsa Ornament balsa-owl they do this in unison

they do this in unison

The male and female Koi represent the Yin and Yang

The artisans use an age-old sand-casting process where they melt the metal down and then cast it in sand molds

The purple-breasted hummingbird can be found in Ecuador and Columbia

Squirrels bury lots of nuts that ultimately turn into trees

Whimsical Wolf Balsa Ornament balsa-owl they do this in unisonThe gaze of the wolf reaches into our soul." Barry Lopez 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".