Sculpted by the seeds

Avocados have always been one of my favorite treats. When I realized all the imaginative potential that was hidden away within its seed, I unlocked a new passion that refuses to give me up. I carve nearly every day for the joy of it and for the delight of bringing others’ visions into three dimensions. I am inspired by the nature around me, by graphic patterns that catch my fancy, and by photographs and drawings of beautiful things near and far. I keep many pieces for myself because I simply can’t let them go. But I also sell them to individuals for jewelry, decorations, and gifts. I am also featured in a handful of stores and shows that appreciate local, hand made, up-cycled art.

If you might be interested in purchasing or carrying any of my pieces, I would be delighted to speak with you!

To purchase pieces or place custom orders, visit my Etsy site.

For wholesale arrangements, send me an email.

How the Seed is Sculpted

After I remove the seeds from the avocado, I wash and dry them. After a couple of weeks, the skin begins to peel away, and I can carve the seed-flesh. Every carving is unique based on the demands of the seed in my hand and my creative inspiration in the moment. Carved pieces dry for a few days. I seal the pieces to prevent them from drying beyond a desired extent or experiencing any further decay. Lastly, I add fixtures to the piece so that they can be unique art worn as jewelry.

Custom Designs

I seem to have been unable to find the end of inspiration for avocado seed carvings, but I just love sharing the inspiration process with others who will enjoy having a custom carved avocado seed bearing an image dear to their own or a loved one’s heart. Contact me if you’re interested!

Hand Made

I started carving my avocado seeds in Midcoast Maine and now sculpt them in Southern California. My seed supply comes from my own avid love for avocados, but also from a whole host of neighbors and friends who kindly save their seeds for me. I have loved living surrounded by natural inspiration and a supportive community who loves seeing nature cared for and honored through art and up cycling.