Soapstone Lady Bugs

Kenyan artisans hand carve each sweet little good luck lady bug from soft Kisii soapstone, then hand dye each one with bright non-toxic dyes. Etched details finish each whimsical keepsake. Size: 2"L x 1.5"W x 1"H About the Artisans: At the Ndima Crafts' finishing shop in Nairobi's industrial district, roughly a dozen artisans of varied ethnicity transform raw soapstone by using non-toxic synthetic dyes under the leadership of Charles Ndibe. Charles' exacting standards of quality and friendly demeanor make him one of Swahili Modern's most reliable vendors.