Tiny yet full of soul, these vibrant soapstone hearts are hand-carved and etched in Kenya. In a rainbow of hues, each miniature heart is a joyful token—perfect as a gift topper, table accent, or napkin holder.
Design: Assorted colors and side etchings; decorative and functional
Material: Hand-carved Kisii soapstone
Size: Approx. 1 – 1.25 inches each
Country of Origin: Kenya
Handmade Disclaimer:
Etching styles and colors will vary. Each piece is unique, with natural imperfections that highlight its handmade artistry.
design: A set of ten small heart-shaped stones, each hand-carved and hand-painted in a different vivid color and etched with its own pattern — florals, ferns, dots, and tiny hearts — so no two pieces in the set are quite alike.
size: Approx. 1 – 1.25 inches each
material: Hand-carved Kisii soapstone
features: Set of 10, assorted colors, hand-etched surface designs, hand-carved by artisans in Kenya, doubles as decor or gift topper
care: Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth and keep away from water or harsh cleaners to preserve the painted etching.
disclaimer: Etching styles and colors will vary, and natural imperfections in each hand-carved piece are part of its handmade character.
Meaning & Intention
The heart is one of the most universal shapes in human hands — a symbol of love reaching back further than any single culture can claim. Carved here in Kisii soapstone by artisans in Kenya, each tiny heart carries that same simple message, rendered in a rainbow of color and pattern that feels both playful and deeply intentional.
Kisii stone carving is a generations-old craft passed down through families in the Gusii region of Kenya, and every piece etched by hand reflects the individual touch of the person who made it. No two hearts in this set are exactly alike, which is part of the point: love, like the stone itself, takes many forms and colors but always returns to the same warm center.
Given as a gift or scattered through a home, a set of small stone hearts becomes a quiet, repeated reminder — on a shelf, at each place setting, tucked into a drawer — that affection doesn't need to be grand to be real.
Keep one heart on a windowsill and another in a coat pocket, use them as place-card weights for a dinner with people you love, or hand them out one by one as small tokens of gratitude — these little stones are made to be shared, touched, and carried into ordinary moments.
Essence & Elements
- Ideal For: Anyone who loves small, meaningful tokens to give or keep — gift-givers, hosts, and collectors of handmade decor
- Purpose: Gift topper, table accent, napkin holder, party favor, pocket token, decorative display
- Suggested Mantra: Love in every small thing
- Intention: Love, Joy, Warmth
- Chakra Connection: Heart
- Gemstone: Soapstone
Soapstone is prized by carvers for its soft, workable texture, which allows for the fine detailing seen in these etched patterns. Long associated with grounding, comfort, and craftsmanship, it carries an unpretentious warmth that suits its role here as a small, heartfelt keepsake rather than a formal gem.
Questions & Guidance
How many hearts come in the set?
This set includes 10 mini soapstone hearts, each in a different color and etched pattern.
What is each heart made of?
Each piece is hand-carved from Kisii soapstone, a soft stone traditionally carved by artisans in Kenya.
How big is each heart?
Each heart measures approximately 1 to 1.25 inches, small enough to hold in your palm or tuck into a pocket.
Will my set look exactly like the photo?
Colors and etching designs vary slightly from piece to piece since each heart is hand-carved and hand-painted, making your set one of a kind.
What are these hearts used for?
They're versatile as gift toppers, napkin holders, table accents, or small tokens to give to someone you love.
