{"product_id":"us117-23929-leaf-themed-handcrafted-calabash-gourd-pendant-necklace-leafy-scenes","title":"Leaf-Themed Handcrafted Calabash Gourd Pendant Necklace 'Leafy Scenes'","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRef No: us117-23929\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign\u003c\/strong\u003e: Born in San José in 1971, Ruth Guevara Vega has always carried a deep affinity for the arts. From childhood, she displayed a natural talent for painting, sculpture, and creative expression. In 2017, facing health challenges, she turned her lifelong passion into a livelihood, launching her own venture centered on eco-friendly design. Ruth works primarily with natural materials such as jícaro gourds, cabuya, leather, seeds, and cotton fabrics, while also transforming discarded items—glass bottles, plastics, fabrics, and paper—into jewelry and home décor. Each piece is unique, as no natural form is ever identical, and every creation reflects her love of nature’s rustic beauty. Beyond artistry, Ruth is committed to inclusivity and social impact: she leads creative workshops for children, older adults, and people with disabilities, helping them find expression and community through art. Her dream is to build a stable, environmentally conscious business that provides jobs and training opportunities while ensuring her children and grandchildren enjoy a better future.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: This Leaf-Themed Handcrafted Calabash Gourd Pendant Necklace 'Leafy Scenes' is a precious and nature-inspired accessory. Designed by Ruth Guevara, this pendant necklace features a pendant made from a calabash gourd and embellished with hand-carved leafy motifs painted in warm hues, symbolizing abundance and prosperity. The piece, which is a message of love for Mother Nature, is a beautiful representation of the artisan's commitment to eco-friendly design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlease note price may vary due to exchange rate differences or shipping, duties and taxes. Final price is calculated at checkout at the boutique's website.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e: Handcrafted in Costa Rica with calabash gourd and pinewood beads. The necklace is adjustable from 19 to 39 inches. The pendant measures 3.7 inches in length and 1.9 inches in width. As a handcrafted item, color and size may vary slightly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ruth Guevara Vega","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51449770606930,"sku":"us117-23929","price":84.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/9417\/0706\/files\/image_55bc2261-1f39-4ffb-9eeb-d3756b04b56b.jpg?v=1757089436","url":"https:\/\/www.aureusboutique.com\/products\/us117-23929-leaf-themed-handcrafted-calabash-gourd-pendant-necklace-leafy-scenes","provider":"Aureus Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}