• This butterfly echoes the leafy face of a sunflower. The serrated edges of the wings add emphasize the petals while the center of the butterfly mirrors the blossom of a sunflower. No details weren't overlooked, from the center of the butterfly being textured like sunflower seeds, to the gold glitter simulating the reflection of sunlight.

    The basic frame of the butterfly is created using tin, which is powder-coated with a black finish and makes this piece safe to use outdoors. The edges of the frame are reinforced using thicker tin wire. The front of this piece is hand-painted and sealed with a water-based sealant. The entire piece is lightweight and has an eyelet in the back allowing it to be hung using a finishing nail, command strip, or a push pin. Due to it being a natural material, the organic colors of capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint.

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    The wings of this butterfly are divided into two parts. Soft muted organic colors are hand-painted onto mother of pearl oyster shells on the upper portion of the wings. The lower portion of the wings contrast with bold lines etched into the tin base. That is then hand-painted using a dark brown with a gloss finish reflecting different shades of color changing with the light.

    The basic frame of the butterfly is created using tin, which is powder-coated with a black finish and makes this piece safe to use outdoors. The edges of the frame are reinforced using thicker tin wire. The front of this piece is adorned in areas with capiz shell, an oyster native to the Philippines, before being hand-painted and sealed with a water-based sealant. The primary purpose of this oyster to provide a source of food, however, the shell is a sustainable by-product that can be used for decoration. The capiz shell subtly replicates the reflective qualities of butterflies in nature. The entire piece is lightweight and has an eyelet in the back allowing it to be hung using a finishing nail, command strip, or a push pin. Due to it being a natural material, the organic colors of capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint.

  • The set of three butterflies are influenced by the midcentury color pallet. The upper wings are adorned with capiz shell, giving it the translucent color seen in the natural butterfly. The lower wings are constructed from tin, textured, to accentuate the veins of the butterfly. Highlighted at the center is a burst of gold which trickles down to the lower portion of the wings.

    The basic frame of the butterfly is created using tin, which is powder-coated with a black finish and makes this piece safe to use outdoors. The edges of the frame are reinforced using thicker tin wire. The front of this piece is adorned in areas with capiz shell, an oyster native to the Philippines, before being hand-painted and sealed with a water-based sealant. The primary purpose of this oyster to provide a source of food, however, the shell is a sustainable by-product that can be used for decoration. The capiz shell subtly replicates the reflective qualities of butterflies in nature. The entire piece is lightweight and has an eyelet in the back allowing it to be hung using a finishing nail, command strip, or a push pin. Due to it being a natural material, the organic colors of capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint.

  • Classically painted roses adorn this set of three butterflies. The traditional pattern brings the garden indoors. Painted on mother of pearl oyster shells, the vibrant roses pop, adding color and charm.

    The basic frame of the butterfly is created using tin, which is powder-coated with a black finish and makes this piece safe to use outdoors. The edges of the frame are reinforced using thicker tin wire. The front of this piece is adorned in areas with capiz shell, an oyster native to the Philippines, before being hand-painted and sealed with a water-based sealant. The primary purpose of this oyster to provide a source of food, however, the shell is a sustainable by-product that can be used for decoration. The capiz shell subtly replicates the reflective qualities of butterflies in nature. The entire piece is lightweight and has an eyelet in the back allowing it to be hung using a finishing nail, command strip, or a push pin. Due to it being a natural material, the organic colors of capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint.

  • This butterfly sports a flowing fish scale pattern of shell radiating from its center to its wingtips. The artisan details the butterfly in gold flakes and different hues of brown, while the texture of the shell is complemented with three dimensional features within the metalwork. The warm neutral tones make this a very versatile piece that fits many color schemes.

    The basic frame of the butterfly is created using tin, which is powder-coated with a black finish and makes this piece safe to use outdoors. The edges of the frame are reinforced using thicker tin wire. The front of this piece is adorned in areas with capiz shell, an oyster native to the Philippines, before being hand-painted and sealed with a water-based sealant. The primary purpose of this oyster to provide a source of food, however, the shell is a sustainable by-product that can be used for decoration. The capiz shell subtly replicates the reflective qualities of butterflies in nature. The entire piece is lightweight and has an eyelet in the back allowing it to be hung using a finishing nail, command strip, or a push pin. Due to it being a natural material, the organic colors of capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint.

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