Red Dragonfly Handmade Dragonfly Alebrije Figurine in Red from Oaxaca Benefit Buy Brass & wood

Brass & wood

Delicate roses blossom in the style of origami

rugged finish

Thai artisan Vinita designs a cool pair of wrap scarves

breathable comfort

Red Dragonfly Handmade Dragonfly Alebrije Figurine in Red from Oaxaca Benefit Buy Brass & woodAlebrijes are often a hybrid of real animals, such as elephants and crocodiles, or they can be more fantastical creatures, such as dragons. Artisan Teresita Gonzalez of Xoxocotlan in the Mexican state of Oaxaca creates an elaborately hand carved copal wood alebrije dragonfly, or libelula. The insect is beautifully painted in bold red with accents of black, blue and yellow. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage. It is said