A mandala pattern gives new life to metal scraps. Fairtrade artisans in India upcycle iron to create these catch-all trinket trays. Use it as a plate for your keys, or display it on your coffee table.
- Floral mandala tray
- Measures 9.25" in diameter
- Crafted by metal workers from upcycled metal
- Not food safe, but can be used with dried foods with a liner
- Certified Fairtrade
- Sold as a tray. Lavender bunch not included.
design: A round tray hammered from recycled copper, its surface covered edge to edge in a dense floral mandala of tiny dots, rays, and blossom rosettes radiating outward like a field of stars.
size: Measures 9.25" in diameter.
material: Recycled copper (upcycled metal scraps)
features: Hand-stamped floral mandala pattern, Fairtrade certified, catch-all tray shape, warm copper finish, upcycled material
care: Wipe clean with a soft, dry cloth and avoid harsh cleaners or prolonged moisture to preserve the copper's natural patina.
disclaimer: Because each tray is hand-hammered by artisans from reclaimed metal, slight variations in texture, shape, and patina are part of its handmade character.
Meaning & Intention
The mandala is one of the oldest visual languages of wholeness, a circular pattern found in traditions from Tibetan sand paintings to Indian rangoli that represents the universe, the self, and the unbroken cycle of life. On this tray, that ancient form is rendered in radiating dots and petals, each ring drawing the eye inward toward a still, unmarked center.
Because the tray is made from upcycled copper, the mandala carries an added layer of meaning: transformation. Metal scraps that might have been discarded are hammered, stamped, and given new purpose, echoing the mandala's own symbolism of renewal and the idea that nothing is truly wasted, only reshaped.
Copper itself has long been associated with warmth, conductivity, and grounding energy in traditions across India and beyond, often kept in the home as a vessel for daily rituals. Paired with the mandala's meditative geometry, this tray becomes more than a catch-all; it is a small, tactile reminder to return to center.
Set by the front door or on a nightstand, this tray offers a daily pause point, a place to set down keys, rings, or a candle and, in doing so, to set down the scattered thoughts of the day for just a moment before moving on.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone who wants a meaningful, handcrafted catch-all for everyday essentials or a small display piece for their altar or coffee table
- Purpose: Catch-all for keys and jewelry, trinket dish, candle or crystal display tray, coffee table accent, altar offering tray
- Suggested Mantra: I return to center
- Intention: Balance, Grounding, Renewal
- Metal: Recycled copper
Questions & Guidance
Is this tray food safe?
It is not food safe for direct contact, but it can be used with dried foods, snacks, or treats if you add a liner such as a napkin or small dish.
How big is the tray?
It measures 9.25 inches in diameter, a good size for holding keys, jewelry, or a few small decorative objects.
What is the tray made of?
It is handcrafted from recycled copper by Fairtrade metal artisans in India, who hammer and stamp reclaimed scraps into the mandala design.
Does the lavender bunch shown in photos come with it?
No, the tray is sold on its own; any lavender or other styling props shown are for display purposes only.
How do I clean and care for it?
Simply wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid soaking or harsh cleaners, and expect the copper to develop a natural patina over time, which is part of its charm.
