Summer is the season of weddings! With beautiful weather, picturesque scenes on the shores of Lake Michigan and music to dance the night away, weddings are wonderful celebrations with family and friends. When attending a wedding, I always want to get the bride and groom a special gift, something that is meaningful to them, unique, and may not necessarily be on their registry (beware- use caution!) These Kisii Soapstone carvings might just be the perfect answer!
Soapstone is actually a type of rock, mostly made of the mineral talc, that is very easily molded and therefore often used in sculpting. In Kenya, it is found in quarries near the town of Kisii, in the western part of the country. After extracting the rock, artisans immerse the soapstone in water to soften it, allowing it to be molded, sculpted and sanded into beautiful pieces. This is very labor intensive and always done by hand. Although the soapstone can be naturally found in a variety of colors, it is also possible to color and decorate the final piece.
We carry eternity knot and various heart shaped carvings that are perfect for weddings (and anniversaries!) along with other beautiful pieces for special gifts.
Come in to Four Corners before next Tuesday to receive 10% your Kisii Soapstone Carving (Make sure to mention this post to receive your discount).
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