This is a pretty heart shaped keychain attachment made out of figured West Indie Satinwood (Fagara flava). A heart from my collection of aromatic woods. This satinwood smells good enough to eat, like a mix of coconut and vanilla! The wood is a bright persistent yellow. This timber is very difficult to get. I have just a small piece of it so a few hearts it became. Here is a cheerful little heart that is also scented!
For a story about these wooden hearts, visit my blog:
http://elviodesign.com/blogs/news/18697567-for-the-love-of-wood
The heart was cut free-hand and then hand sanded to a smooth, contoured surface, with just an oil/wax finish. It is equipped with antique bronze hardware, ready to dangle. Due to this manual process, each heart is unique. Also due to this manual process, I do not offer hearts very often. It's too much exercise for me with all that sanding and polishing! But I know, a natural, simple, meaningful, unique heart is hard to find, so here is a collection for your Valentine. It is also good to carry a piece of real wood with you just in case you need to "knock on wood" to prevent jinxing yourself, since nowadays, with all those "alternative" materials, finding a piece of real wood could be a challenge. And, of course, it is a perfect gift for that special someone who hold the key to your heart!
Dimension (largest diameter x thickness): ~1-1/4" x 3/8"
"PLEASE READ:
-- All wooden items were hand turned and/or hand threaded on a lathe
-- The item was sanded to 800 grid for a smooth finish and sealed with a food-safe lacque to showcase the natural wood color(s)
-- Each piece offered is a unique item. The design may be repeated but the dimension, wood combination, and or decorative accent will be different
-- Artist signature and catalog number will be inscribed on the item, if possible
-- I ship within 2 business days via USPS First Class mail (~1 week in transit) or Priority Mail (1 to 3 days) if requested. Combined shipping is the highest shipping cost plus $2 for each additional item. Free shipping for 5 or more items purchased at the same time. Contact me for rush shipping/rush order.
--CA sale tax applies"