Banana Fiber Nativity Set - Esther Kariuki nativity sets Hand-carved from soapstone in Kenya

Hand-carved from soapstone in Kenya

Suitable for hanging indoors or outdoors

this sculpture features an abstract representation of two lovers

small family owned businesses or as individuals

and animal-shaped napkin rings take shape from pieces of olive wood

Banana Fiber Nativity Set - Esther Kariuki nativity sets Hand-carved from soapstone in KenyaThis Nativity set is handcrafted out of banana fiber wrapped on wire and includes a 5 1 4 by 7 1 4 inch handmade banana fiber box for storage. The tallest piece is 5 inches high. Meet the Artisans Esther Kariuki is an independent artisan who, in her area of Kenya, near Kitui, has organized and trained women in her village to use the dried fiber of the banana plant, which would normally be discarded. The banana fiber is first dried, and then a light