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Exquisite containers...with a twist!

LV-2675 California Wild Lilac & Betelnut Slim Box, Toothpick Holder, Needle Case-SCREW CAP

LV-2675 California Wild Lilac & Betelnut Slim Box, Toothpick Holder, Needle Case-SCREW CAP

$ 72.00


This is a pretty slim threaded holder made out of California Wild Lilac (Ceanothus thrysiflorus) with Betelnut (Areca catechu) cap. Also known as Blue Blossom, this drought tolerant native shrub is a popular landscaping species. While chaparoning a field trip for my 3rd grader, I learned that the American Indian used the flower of this tree as soap: put a small amount of the dried flower in your palm, wet it a bit with water, then rub your hands together and the concoction foams up into a fine lather! The hard, heavy wood, however, is not often utilized for woodwork because these trees grow in a knobby, contorted way, and the wood split badly while drying. My luck again when my next door neighbor cleaned out their back slope and threw away a few very old specimens. I really like this wood for it's pinkish color and shimmering grain. Capped with the eyecatching betelnut for an exotic touch.


The crew-on cap makes this holder extra special and ensures that your content is secured. The slim profile fits unobtrusively in a purse or pocket for the people on the go. This holder can be used to hold toothpicks, pill, snuff, sewing needles, cash stash and small valuables...Also serves as a nice gift for someone who seems to have everything.

Dimension (largest diameter x height): 7/8" x 3-3/8"

PLEASE READ:
-- All wood turned items were hand made and/or hand threaded on a lathe. Hardwood threaded inserts were used for woods that do not accept threading well.
-- The item was sanded to 1200 grid for a mirror finish and sealed with a food-safe varnish, if applicable. For hard, fine grained wood with a natural shine, only wax and oil was applied.
-- Each piece offered is a unique item. The design may be repeated but the dimension and wood combination, and or decorative accent will be different
-- Artist signature and catalog number will be inscribed on the item
-- I ship via USPS First Class mail (or Priority Mail 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