In the folklore of various cultures, bunnies are glorified as a symbol of prosperity and good luck. The unique keepsake box traces back its roots to the traditional paper art culture of Kashmir, in which the recycled paper pulps are soaked, framed, and dried, and then coated with organic glue to form the box, and later elaborately hand-painted.
- Decorative lidded box
- Crafted using the paper mache Kashmiri technique using recycled paper
- Bright and cheerful design on the outside with solid interior
- Glossy protective coating
- Measures about 3" high and 4" wide
- Ideal for storing jewelry, trinkets, and other small keepsakes
- Fairtrade and handmade by artisans in India
Handcrafted: This item was artistically created by hand where beauty and imperfections go together wonderfully. Please accept and appreciate minor imperfections and variations which are true characteristics of this craft.
design: A plump, egg-shaped bunny with softly folded gray ears rests atop a lidded trinket box, its cream-colored body hand-painted with golden daffodils, a powder-blue butterfly, and scattered coral blossoms.
size: Measures about 3" high and 4" wide.
material: Paper mache, crafted from recycled paper pulp, finished with a glossy protective coating.
features: Lidded keepsake box, hand-painted floral and butterfly motif, glossy protective coating, solid-color interior, Fairtrade and handmade
care: Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth and keep away from water and direct sunlight to preserve the hand-painted finish.
disclaimer: As a handmade piece, slight variations in painting and shape are part of its character and no two boxes are exactly alike.
Meaning & Intention
Across many cultures, the rabbit is a quiet emblem of abundance — a creature that multiplies, thrives, and moves gently through the world without excess or aggression. Shaped into a keepsake box rather than left as a simple figurine, this bunny becomes a small guardian for the things we quietly treasure: a ring, a mala, a folded note.
The daffodils painted across its form carry their own seasonal meaning, blooming as one of the first flowers after winter and long associated with renewal, hope, and fresh beginnings. Paired with the fluttering butterfly at its side, a classic symbol of transformation, the imagery on this box speaks to cycles completing and new ones beginning.
Made using the centuries-old Kashmiri paper mache tradition, the piece also carries the symbolism of patient craft: recycled paper given new form, layered and shaped by hand until something useful and beautiful emerges from what might have been discarded.
Set on a dresser, altar, or meditation shelf, this little rabbit becomes a daily touchpoint — a place to set down a mala after practice, tuck away a favorite ring before sleep, or simply pause for a moment as its painted flowers catch the light.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone drawn to whimsical, handcrafted keepsake boxes for jewelry, malas, or small treasures
- Purpose: Jewelry storage, mala keeping, trinket box, decorative accent, gift giving
- Suggested Mantra: I welcome abundance gently
- Intention: Abundance, Renewal, Gratitude
Questions & Guidance
What is this trinket box made of?
It's crafted using the traditional Kashmiri paper mache technique, in which recycled paper pulp is soaked, shaped, dried, and then hand-painted and sealed with a glossy protective coating.
How big is the rabbit trinket box?
It measures about 3 inches high and 4 inches wide, making it a compact accent piece for a dresser, shelf, or altar.
What can I keep inside it?
The solid-colored interior is well suited to storing jewelry, a mala, rings, or other small keepsakes you want to keep close and protected.
Is each box exactly the same?
No. Because each piece is hand-painted by artisans, you'll find gentle variations in color and detail from one box to the next, which is part of its handmade charm.
Who makes this piece?
It's handmade by Fairtrade artisans in India using a paper mache craft tradition rooted in Kashmir.
