A floral design cat radiates joy in its rendevous with a butterfly. Add a slight breeze, and you get a gentle tingling of the bells, spreading those cheerful vibes.
- Made of wrought iron and brass
- Overall the chime measures about 14" tall and 8" wide
- Cat measures 6.25" high and 7.5" wide
- Rustic finish with brushed metal look and floral design
- Glass beads detailing
- Fairtrade and handmade in India
Beauty isn't perfect; it's authentic. This piece is 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 silhouetted black cat sits in profile, one paw lifted to bat at a butterfly, its body cut through with a delicate floral pattern that lets light spill through the iron.
size: Overall chime measures approximately 14" tall x 8" wide; cat figure measures about 6.25" high x 7.5" wide.
material: Wrought iron and brass, with glass bead accents
features: Laser-cut floral cutout design, brushed rustic metal finish, hanging chain loop, dual brass bell chimes, colored glass beads
care: Wipe gently with a dry cloth and keep away from prolonged moisture to preserve the metal finish.
disclaimer: Each piece is artisan handmade, so slight variations in finish, cutout detail, and bell tone are natural and part of its character.
Meaning & Intention
In folklore across many cultures, the cat is a quiet guardian of the threshold — alert, independent, and a little mysterious, often credited with sensing what humans cannot. Paired here with a butterfly, the piece captures a moment of pure, unbothered play: a reminder that curiosity and lightness can live right alongside watchfulness.
The butterfly has long stood for transformation and the soul's ability to change form and still be whole. Placed just out of the cat's reach, it turns the whole piece into a small story about delight in the chase itself, not just the catch — joy found in the reaching, not only the having.
The floral cutwork across the cat's body echoes growth and quiet abundance, while the bells at its feet turn every passing breeze into sound — a small, ongoing invitation to notice the present moment.
Hung by a doorway, porch, or garden window, this chime turns ordinary wind into a gentle cue to pause — a soft ring that interrupts a busy afternoon with a moment of lightness, much the way a cat's sudden pounce at nothing in particular can make you smile without quite knowing why.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Cat lovers and anyone who wants a playful, spirited accent for their entryway, porch, or garden
- Purpose: Wall decor, porch or patio accent, garden hanging, doorway chime, thoughtful gift for cat lovers
- Suggested Mantra: I welcome joy as it comes
- Intention: Joy, Playfulness, Lightness, Presence
- Metal: Wrought iron and brass
Questions & Guidance
Is this chime meant for indoor or outdoor use?
It's designed to be versatile — hang it on a covered porch, in a garden, or indoors near a window where it can catch a breeze.
What material is the wall hanging made from?
The cat and butterfly silhouette is wrought iron, with brass chain and bell accents and colored glass beads.
How is it meant to be hung?
A loop at the top of the chain lets it hang easily from a hook, nail, or bracket.
Will every piece look exactly the same?
No — this is handmade in India using traditional techniques, so the finish, cutout detail, and bell tone vary slightly from piece to piece, which is part of its handcrafted charm.
Does it actually chime in the wind?
Yes, two brass bells hang below the cat and produce a soft, gentle tinkling sound when stirred by a breeze.
