Paguro Upcycle
Mantra Ray Statement Earrings – Handcrafted Sustainable Totumo Jewellery
Manta Ray Totumo Earrings – Handcrafted Sustainable Statement Jewellery
Bring the grace and elegance of the ocean into your wardrobe with the Manta Ray Totumo Earrings. Bold, fluid, and handcrafted with care, these earrings celebrate nature, artistry, and sustainable design, perfect for lovers of statement jewellery with personality and meaning.
Symbolism & Design
The manta ray is a symbol of freedom, fluidity, and balance, representing calm strength and natural beauty. These earrings capture that essence with hand-carved detailing and layered natural fabrics for dimension, texture, and a modern tropical aesthetic. A true conversation starter for any outfit.
Why You'll Love Them
- Inspired by Colombian artisan traditions and the majestic manta ray
- Handcrafted from natural totumo (dried calabash shell)
- Lightweight statement earrings, comfortable for all-day wear
- Ethically handmade by Indigenous artisans in Colombia, supporting local communities
- Sustainable, vegan, and eco-friendly materials
Artisan Craftsmanship
Each earring is hand-carved from totumo, a dried calabash shell traditionally used in Colombian artisan craft. The shells are carefully boiled, dried, hand-carved and polished before being transformed into jewellery.
Natural fabric petals are layered on top, adding softness, colour depth and gentle movement. This combination of organic materials and skilled craftsmanship creates jewellery that feels both bold and refined.
Combined with natural fabric layers, the Manta Ray earrings create a bold yet refined look, transforming plant-based materials into wearable art.
Ethical & Sustainable Fashion
Handmade using traditional techniques, these earrings reflect a commitment to slow fashion and responsible craftsmanship. Every pair embodies eco-conscious, sustainable luxury while celebrating Colombia’s natural heritage.
Product Information
- Size: L 5cm x W 3.5cm x D 0.3cm
- Materials: 70% hand-carved totumo (dried calabash shell), 30% natural fabric backing
- Closure: Stainless steel (Acero), gold pailted, hyperallergenic backing
- Lightweight statement earrings
- Vegan and sustainable materials
- Presented in luxury gift box
Care Instructions
- Avoid contact with water and perfumes
- Store in a dry place
- Handle gently to protect the hand-painted finish
A Unique Piece of Wearable Nature
Embrace nature, ocean-inspired elegance, and style—order your Manta Ray Totumo Earrings today and make a statement that’s uniquely yours. Each pair is handmade from natural materials, so every piece is slightly different, ensuring your earrings are truly one of a kind.
FAQ
Questions and Answers
Are our pieces comfortable? Suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes — our pieces are lightweight and comfortable for all-day wear, and generally suit everyone. Our recycled inner-tube jewellery has metal-free fastenings, ideal if you react to metals. Our earrings are finished with sterling silver, surgical stainless steel or brass hooks — nickel-free and kind to even sensitive ears. Please note our rubber pieces are made from reclaimed inner tubes, so they aren't suitable for anyone with a latex allergy.
How do I care for my piece? Is it waterproof?
It depends on the material:
• Recycled inner-tube jewellery – waterproof and hard-wearing; just wipe clean.
• Recycled inner-tube & army-canvas bags – water-resistant; they'll handle everyday weather, but as the zips and seams aren't sealed we'd avoid heavy rain or submersion.
• Recycled wood & skateboard – keep dry and wipe with a soft cloth; the grain and colour vary on every piece.
• Recycled brass – develops a natural patina; buff with a polishing cloth to restore shine.
• Resin – wipe clean; keep away from prolonged heat and direct sunlight.
• Recycled bike chain – keep dry and wipe after contact with water.
Looked after well, your piece is made to last
Will my item look exactly like the photos?
The design will be the same as pictured, but no two pieces are ever exactly alike — that's the beauty of handmade, upcycled materials. The threads and markings on each inner tube, the colours in every skateboard offcut, and the grain of each piece of wood are all different, making your piece genuinely one of a kind.
What is it made from?
Every Paguro piece is handcrafted from genuinely reclaimed materials — inner tubes from buses and trucks, recycled skateboards, reclaimed wood, recycled brass and more — given a second life by skilled artisans.
Delivery & Returns
We want you to love your purchase. If you change your mind, return your order within 30 days of receipt for a full refund — just email info@paguroupcycle.com to let us know. Items must be unused and in their original condition and packaging. For hygiene reasons, pierced earrings can't be returned unless faulty. You'll cover return postage for non-faulty items (we recommend a tracked service). Refunds are issued to your original payment method within 14 days of us receiving the item.
Faulty or incorrect items: contact us within 30 days with a photo and we'll replace or refund.