Copper Bells

$8.00 USD
Upcycled metal hanging bell  
  • Handcrafted iron & copper bell.
  • Each bell features a wooden clapper and sturdy top loop.  There is no string. attached to this style of bell.
  • DIMENSIONS: 1.75" Bell.
  • Fair Trade from India.
  • Use as a holiday ornament, or decorate door knobs, patios, windows, walls and more.
  • This listing is for one single bell.

Bell-making is an ancient Indian craft with enchanting origins. Traditionally used by farmers to identify their livestock, each bell is tuned to produce a distinctive chime. Creating music from lifeless metal, bell-making in India uses craftsmanship passed down through generations. Made from recycled tin and iron, artisans in the desert Kutch region manually cut and hammer the metal to hand-shape the bells, then coat them in powdered brass and copper before firing in kilns. Each rustic bell is then tuned to reveal a rich, unique sound like no other bell.

 

About the Brand: Matr Boomie

Matr Boomie is a fair trade collection that blends the traditional artforms of India with timeless and modern design aesthetic, bringing people and cultures closer together. Our collection of jewelry, home decor and unique gifts are made from natural and upcycled materials that are sourced in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. We partner with over 1,500 artisans in marginalized communities throughout India to create economic and sustainable living opportunities. We aim to break the gender and inequality gap by paving a path to create confidence for women artisans. This is done by investing in vocational training, literacy programs and providing fair wage opportunities to women artisans to feel empowered to reach their full potential and become entrepreneurs.