AARVEN
Olive Wood Small Sugar Spoon With Green Batik Handle
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AARVEN hand-carved olive wood small sugar spoon with a decorative green batik handle. We love it for tasting sauces, scooping jam and spooning sugar into tea or coffee.
The handle is finished with sustainably sourced cow bone, helping to reduce waste and continue cultural traditions. The hand-drawn batik pattern is unique on every spoon. Please note: the shade of green can vary from light to dark. This listing is for one spoon.
Who made your spoon?
Our contemporary wooden products are hand-carved in a Nairobi workshop run by Zephania, one of the founders of the popular Maasai Market in Westlands. They are made from wild olive wood, sustainably sourced from Zephania’s own plantations in his hometown of Kisii, where he continually replants trees.
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The detail
- Materials: Wild Olive Wood, Cattle Bone, Vegetable Dye
- Size: 12cm x 4.5cm
- Hand-carved, so each piece varies slightly
Care
Olive wood has an excellent reputation for being harder and less porous than other woods. Hand wash with a mild detergent and warm water, avoiding boiling water and dishwashers, as high temperatures can cause the wood to expand and split. Always towel dry after washing to prevent moisture cracks. The same applies to any pieces with horn or bone accents.
Once a month, treat with a food-safe mineral oil (we like to use olive oil) — rub in a small amount with a soft cloth to condition the wood and restore its warm, polished look.
