SHAKERS


Seed Shaker

Origin: Peru

Materials: Cachos Seeds

Size: 12 inches

Color: natural

 

These handmade seed pod rattles, also called cachos, are made in Peru.  The seed is traditionally used throughout Amazonia and used as percussion instrument. The sound is loud but soft. Some say it reminds them of the sound of rain. Our Seed Shakers are available on a wooden stick.

Pacay Pod Shaker

Origin: Equador

Materials: Pacay Pod

Size: approx 24 inches - vary

Color: natural/brown

 

The Pacay Tree grows in abundance in Peru & Ecuador. It is often grown for its edible white pulp and commonly found on coffee plantations for shade to the plants. Belonging to the legume family, it bears an unusual fruit that resembles a giant bean pod. The seed can also be roasted and eaten as a snack. When they are dried in the sun they make a soft percussive sound. A totally sustainable product with each unique in length and size.


Amazon Shakers

-Seed Shaker

-Pacay Pod Shaker

 

$15.00

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