"Beautifully made and the colours are stunning. They are always much admired." - Maureen M.
CHICA — Handmade Tagua Statement Necklace
HYPOALLERGENIC, NON-TOXIC, NON-METAL, 100% PLANT MATERIAL
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Hypoallergenic, kind on skin
Hypoallergenic, kind on skin
Fastening made easy
Fastening made easy
Made from a wonder of nature
Made from a wonder of nature
Does tagua have special properties?
Does tagua have special properties?
Gifting made easy
Gifting made easy
PLANT BASED JEWELLERY HANDCRAFTED FROM VEGETABLE IVORY
Meet The Founder
Hi! I’m Alison and I often get asked how a ‘wee Scottish lass’ like me ended up living in Ecuador, starting a jewellery business with artisans in the Andes, and falling in love with one of the most of amazing natural wonders in the plant kingdom. It’s a crazy story but true! And I haven’t even told you yet how the jewellery helps save elephants and how I made my husband my business partner and we ended up as “The Happy Elephant”!
Meet The Artisans
When living in Ecuador, we were fortunate enough to meet two of Ecuador’s finest tagua artisans, Cesar and his wife Teresa. For five years we have worked hand-in-hand with this talented Indigenous Quichua artisan family who bring to life beautiful handcrafted jewellery from nature.
What we love is the connections we have made over the years and how we have come to rely on one another. We felt so moved that our very first order with Cesar meant he was able buy his family their very first washing machine!
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Let customers speak for us
I love the colours and designs of your necklaces. They are so vibrant. I get so many positive comments when I wear one.
I love my Tagua bracelet. It is a beautiful teal blue colour and is very smooth to touch. It looks great on as a chunky bracelet. I would highly recommend this product.
I purchased the bonita necklace with the matching earrings a while ago at their market stall and I am very happy with the quality. It is made with good quality materials that last.
The adjustable necklace also makes it great for multiple collar lengths.
Love the strong colours
Gave earrings as a Christmas gift for my wife to match the colourful necklace bought in the summer at Blenheim.
Delighted with purchase, quick delivery and good customer service.
My friend is delighted with her gift from me and I am delighted with the gift from my daughter!
Beautiful beautiful jewellery
I first came across Happy Elephant at the Saturday market in St Albans. I think I now have all the colours in this particular style and I have received some of the other products as gifts. They are beautifully made and the colours are stunning. They are always much admired and I wear them a lot as they go with everything. There's always a friendly welcome at the stall and I recommend a visit. It's great to know that they are cruelty free and ethically produced. A brilliant small business.
My Grand-daugter love her colourful bracelet and has really enjoyed wearing it.
Very quick delivery and well packaged. It is a gift and I'm sure the recipient will love it. Thank you for great service and a unique item.
Lovely colours , brightens up a plain navy sweater
Fabulous earrings in such a beautiful colour - they really lift my mood and my sweater!
This is a gift for my daughter-in-law so she’s not seen it yet! However I have this necklace in blue/turquoise which she saw me wearing, and fell in love with it, hence the purchase.
This jewellery is so attractive and has such a lovely feel to it. Hard to believe it started out as a nut.
This is a gift for my granddaughter so I hope she loves it! I think it is very sweet. Astonishing that a nut can be turned into something so original and attractive.
I love my Gaby necklace! I have already had several comments about it and passed on the Happy Elephant info. Such a joy to wear.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who makes the jewellery and how?
For over 5 years we have worked with Cesar, one of Ecuador’s finest Indigenous tagua artisans. He and his wife and brothers carefully craft The Happy Elephant jewellery.
Tagua seeds are first dried in the sun for 3 moths. They are then carved into pieces, tumbled to produce a high polish, and dyed with Italian vegetable and mineral dyes.
How sustainable is tagua?
Tagua is incredibly sustainable, offering multiple environmental benefits that make it a true eco-friendly material. When you choose tagua, you're supporting rainforest conservation, providing fair wages to local communities, and helping protect endangered elephants by offering a renewable alternative to ivory.
How durable is it?
Tagua jewellery is very durable. Crafted from a naturally hard material tagua jewellery can be worn every day while maintaining its beauty.
Is it heavy to wear?
No - tagua jewellery is ultra lightweight. This is one of the unique benefits of tagua that our customers comment on.
Can those with nut allergies wear tagua nut jewellery?
Yes! Tagua is actually a seed, not a nut, making it safe for those with nut allergies to wear. However, if you have severe allergies, it's always recommended to consult with your healthcare provider first.
Can you eat tagua?
Tagua begins as a sweet liquid that can be drunk, then sets into a jelly that’s edible, and finally hardens into a durable seed perfect for carving.
Can I send a gift directly?
Yes of course! Just add your product, and at checkout add your giftee’s address in the shipping info, and any personal note you’d like to send and we’ll do the rest!
It comes beautifully gift wrapped and includes an information leaflet that not only tells the story of tagua, but also about our artisans who make the jewellery.
Do you provide a matching service?
Yes we do. We help many customers who send us photos of their outfits and we can do the same for you to help you choose the perfect jewellery for any occasion.
We do have jewellery pieces that are not online which could be ideal.
This matching service is offered for a flat rate of £10
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