Soapstone Collection

This unique Nativity set includes Mary, Joseph, Baby Jesus, three farm animals, an angel, two visitors, and the three magi in a sleek, modern sculpture set hand-carved from natural color soapstone. These 12-piece set comes with a barn, handmade from dried banana fiber. FREE SHIPPING (U.S. Domestic)

• Handmade in Kenya
• Materials: natural color soapstone, dried banana fiber
• Approximate dimensions: 5.5 in. tall for largest piece; barn is 5.5 in. x 9.5 in. x 3 in.
  

This unique and beautiful sculpture celebrates families in all their forms. This one features one parent and two children. It is hand-carved from one piece of natural color soapstone. Each work of art comes with slight color variations. Email us if you'd like to see a photo with options before shipping.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Approximate dimensions: 8 in. tall X 3.8 in. wide

This unique and beautiful sculpture celebrates families in all their forms. This one has two parents and two children. It is hand-carved from one piece of natural color soapstone. Each work of art comes with slight color variations. Email us if you'd like to see a photo with options before shipping.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Approximate dimensions: 8 in. tall X 3.8 in. wide

This unique and beautiful sculpture celebrates families in all their forms. This one has two parents and three children. It is hand-carved from one piece of natural color soapstone. Each work of art comes with slight color variations. Email us if you'd like to see a photo with options before shipping.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Approximate dimensions: 8 in. tall X 3.8 in. wide

This unique and beautiful sculpture celebrates families in all their forms. This one has two parents and four children. It is hand-carved from one piece of natural color soapstone. Each work of art comes with slight color variations. Email us if you'd like to see a photo with options before shipping.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Approximate dimensions: 8 in. tall X 3.8 in. wide

Playful stone cats hold your books firmly in place. Hand-carved from palewa soapstone that comes in shades of green, gray and tan, which darken when polished.

• Handmade in India
• Materials: palewa stone
• Dimensions: 5.5 in. X 6 in each

With every product you purchase, you are helping provide employment, educational opportunities and medical care to artisans in India.

These delightfully colorful small bowls are hand-carved of soapstone, dyed and then etched on both the inside and the outside of the dish. Perfect to hold coins, keys, jewelry, etc. Please know base colors may vary and may not be identical as these photos.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Approximate dimensions: 3.5 in. diameter X 2 in. tall
• NOTE: not intended for food use, for decoration only

Soapstone is mined from great pits in the area surrounding Kiisi, Kenya. The mined soapstone is then delivered to carvers who carve sculptures from the natural stone. Once carved, the craftspeople smooth rough edges of the soapstone with sandpaper dipped in water and polish the piece to a high gloss. With every product you purchase, you are helping these artisans have employment, educational opportunities and medical care.

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A subtle addition to any room of the home, this sweet handmade decor accessory makes a wonderful gift, particularly for a wedding, housewarming, or Valentine's Day. Expect slight variations as kisii stone naturally varies in color from cream to pinkish brown.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Approximate dimensions: 2.8 in. L x 2.8 in. W x 1 in. H
  
• Use with votive candle only. 

Soapstone is mined from great pits in the area surrounding Kiisi, Kenya. The mined soapstone is then delivered to carvers who carve sculptures from the natural stone. Once carved, the craftspeople smooth rough edges of the soapstone with sandpaper dipped in water and polish the piece to a high gloss. With every product you purchase, you are helping these artisans have employment, educational opportunities and medical care.

This practical soapstone rectangular dish is perfect for coins, keys and even jewelry. The soft surface features adorable cats or dogs. 

• Handmade in Kenya
• Dimensions: 7 in. X 3.5 in. X 0.3 in.
• Decorative use only; not intended for food use.

Soapstone is mined from great pits in the area surrounding Kiisi, Kenya. The mined soapstone is then delivered to carvers who carve sculptures from the natural stone. Once carved, the craftspeople smooth rough edges of the soapstone with sandpaper dipped in water and polish the piece to a high gloss. With every product you purchase, you are helping these artisans have employment, educational opportunities and medical care.

Each heart is hand-carved from soft kisii soapstone, then etched with inspiring words. Expect slight color differences from ones in photos as artisans hand-dye with bright, non-toxic dyes not produced by machines.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Approximate dimensions: 1.5 - 1.75 inches wide.

Soapstone is mined from great pits in the area surrounding Kiisi, Kenya. The mined soapstone is then delivered to carvers who carve sculptures from the natural stone. Once carved, the craftspeople smooth rough edges of the soapstone with sandpaper dipped in water and polish the piece to a high gloss. With every product you purchase, you are helping these artisans have employment, educational opportunities and medical care.

This angel sculpture creates an air of peace and tranquility. A wonderful gift to extend comfort to someone in need. It is hand-carved from a single piece of natural color soapstone. Expect slight variations as kisii stone naturally varies in color from white to pinkish brown.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Approximate dimensions: 5 in. H x 2.5 in. W

This serene sleeping cat tea light candle holder is a wonderful addition to any room in your home. Black cat owners would especially cherish this unique gift.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Approximate dimensions: 4.5 in. L x 3 in. W x 2.5 in. H

Soapstone is mined from great pits in the area surrounding Kiisi, Kenya. The mined soapstone is then delivered to carvers who carve sculptures from the natural stone. Once carved, the craftspeople smooth rough edges of the soapstone with sandpaper dipped in water and polish the piece to a high gloss. With every product you purchase, you are helping these artisans have employment, educational opportunities and medical care.

Add some fun and whimsy to a shelf, bookcase or mantle and celebrate Love! This word sculpture can stand on its own and it's hand-carved of soapstone in its natural state. Expect slight variations as kisii stone naturally varies in color from white to pinkish brown. Also available in red.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Approximate dimensions: 6.5 in X 4 in X 0.8 in

Soapstone is mined from great pits in the area surrounding Kiisi, Kenya. The mined soapstone is then delivered to carvers who carve sculptures from the natural stone. Once carved, the craftspeople smooth rough edges of the soapstone with sandpaper dipped in water and polish the piece to a high gloss. With every product you purchase, you are helping these artisans have employment, educational opportunities and medical care.

Add some fun and whimsy to a shelf, bookcase or mantle and celebrate Love! This word sculpture can stand on its own and it's hand-carved of soapstone in its natural color and then dyed in red. Also available in natural.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Approximate dimensions: 6.5 in X 4 in X 0.8 in

Soapstone is mined from great pits in the area surrounding Kiisi, Kenya. The mined soapstone is then delivered to carvers who carve sculptures from the natural stone. Once carved, the craftspeople smooth rough edges of the soapstone with sandpaper dipped in water and polish the piece to a high gloss. With every product you purchase, you are helping these artisans have employment, educational opportunities and medical care.

This cute mushroom box is perfect for a keepsake or small jewelry. Available with orange cap (smaller) and navy cap (larger). The carved stalk is natural stone with a cap featuring etched dots. It's just adorable! Expect slight variations as kisii stone naturally varies in color from white to pinkish brown.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Average dimensions: orange (3 in. H x 1.75 D stalk & 2.25 in. D cap); navy (3.75 in. H x 2 in. D stalk & 2.75 in. D cap)
  
• Decorative use only; not intended for food or water use.

Soapstone is mined from great pits in the area surrounding Kiisi, Kenya. The mined soapstone is then delivered to carvers who carve sculptures from the natural stone. Once carved, the craftspeople smooth rough edges of the soapstone with sandpaper dipped in water and polish the piece to a high gloss. With every product you purchase, you are helping these artisans have employment, educational opportunities and medical care.

Add some fun and whimsy to a shelf, bookcase or mantle. It also works as a paper weight and makes a great office gift! It's hand-carved of soapstone in its natural color and then dyed in rich colors. Soapstone gives an incredible smooth and heavy feel when you hold it.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Approximate dimensions: 3.75 in  H x 2 in W x 2 in. D

Soapstone is mined from great pits in the area surrounding Kiisi, Kenya. The mined soapstone is then delivered to carvers who carve sculptures from the natural stone. Once carved, the craftspeople smooth rough edges of the soapstone with sandpaper dipped in water and polish the piece to a high gloss. With every product you purchase, you are helping these artisans have employment, educational opportunities and medical care.

This delightful small bowl is hand-carved of natural soapstone. Great to hold coins, keys, jewelry, more. The perfect gift for the cat lover in your life. Expect slight variations as kisii stone naturally varies in color from white to pinkish brown.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Approximate dimensions: 3 in. diameter X 1.5 in. tall
• Decorative use only; not intended for food use.

Soapstone is mined from great pits in the area surrounding Kiisi, Kenya. The mined soapstone is then delivered to carvers who carve sculptures from the natural stone. Once carved, the craftspeople smooth rough edges of the soapstone with sandpaper dipped in water and polish the piece to a high gloss. With every product you purchase, you are helping these artisans have employment, educational opportunities and medical care.

This cat with its tail up makes an adorable décor piece and can double as a ring-holder. Hand-carved out of soapstone, dyed and etched by artisans in Kenya. 

• Handmade in Kenya
• Approximate dimensions: body is 3.75 in. X 1 in.; tail is 3.8 inches tall.

These cats with tails up make adorable décor pieces and can double as ring-holders. They are hand-carved out of soapstone, dyed and etched by artisans in Kenya. Expect slight color variations. Sold individually. 

• Handmade in Kenya
• Approximate dimensions: body is 3.75 in. X 1 in.; tail is 3.8 inches tall.

These beautiful square soapstone dishes are perfect catchalls for jewelry, coins, or keys. Etched on its soft surface are colorful leaves on a soft aqua color background. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Materials: soapstone, non-toxic dye
• Dimensions: Small is 4 in. X 4 in. X 0.5 in.; Large is 5.5 in. X 5.5 in. X 0.5 in.
• Not intended for food

Soapstone is mined from great pits in the area surrounding Kiisi, Kenya. The mined soapstone is then delivered to carvers who carve sculptures from the natural stone. Once carved, the craftspeople smooth rough edges of the soapstone with sandpaper dipped in water and polish the piece to a high gloss. With every product you purchase, you are helping these artisans have employment, educational opportunities and medical care.