No.8 - Original & Natural Medium Gourd Crossbody Bag | Fully Handmade Tibetan Braided Cord | Auspicious and Fortunate

**No.8 Handmade Original "Natural Gourd" Series** – Medium Gourd **When the Gourd Meets Auspicious Tibetan Braiding** **The wisdom of blessings from Han China resonates with the auspiciousness of the snow-covered plateau.** **May it accompany you through cityscapes,** **With your heart dwelling in the wilderness.** The gourd is a quintessential Eastern motif. The gourd is a Bodhi tree of infinite transformations. The gourd is the aesthetic of heaven and earth. Within the gourd lies tranquility and peace of mind. Within the gourd lies the vastness of the universe. Within the gourd lies the philosophy of emptiness. Within the gourd lies blessings and prosperity. **Hang a gourd amidst the mundane world, and embrace the fortune and prosperity of this earthly realm.** To see a gourd is to welcome fortune and prosperity. In Chinese culture, the gourd is an auspicious object, its pronunciation similar to "福禄" (fú lù - fortune and prosperity), symbolizing double happiness. The gourd is a symbol of wealth and nobility, representing prosperity and good fortune. **"Open and Close, Welcoming Four Seasons of Good Luck"** The gourd, homophonous with "福禄" (fortune and prosperity), has been an auspicious totem since ancient times. Its naturally hollow structure symbolizes "gathering wealth and energy," making it suitable as a portable storage pouch or a home decor piece. Gift it to close friends or elders; it's more than just a present, it's a transmission of blessings. **Nature's Creation, Naturally "Shaped"** Its natural curves outline elegant Eastern aesthetic lines. The surface is left unpainted and unwaxed, preserving its natural growth patterns and texture. The more it is used, the deeper and brighter its color becomes. Each gourd is a gift from the sun and the earth, carrying the spirit of the mountains and fields with you. Wear it as a bag, or as a flowing piece of art. 【Tibetan Braiding】 Tibet: blue skies, colorful prayer flags, fertile soil, a tranquil world – a place where everyone holds faith. Tibetan ornaments, ancient symbols that ignite the imagination, imbued with the antiquity and mystery of Tibetan culture... The materials and patterns of Tibetan ornaments are endowed with auspicious meanings, carrying the strong colors of Tibetan Buddhism. **Tibetan braiding, following traditional Tibetan style, carries auspicious meanings, with vibrant colors and a rugged, simple charm.** 【Material Introduction】 **Hand-twisted Cotton Thread**: Natural, rustic, artistic colors, soft and comfortable, colorfast. **Agate Beads** + **Roasted Bodhi Small Gourd** + **Gan Qing Peace Buckle** (The gourd can be freely detached.) 【Order Information】 **In-stock item as pictured, ships within 2 days.** (Once in-stock items are sold out, orders will be custom-made and shipped within 2-5 days.) **For custom orders, the style will be the same, but each natural gourd will differ from the one pictured.** We will select gourds of similar shape and size to create your piece. The color palette for the braided cord can be noted in your order or specified via message. 【Care Instructions】 ▷ Please avoid wearing while bathing, swimming, or immersing in water. ▷ Wash gently and air dry. ▷ Avoid pulling, snagging, or rubbing. ▷ When not in use, store sealed in a dry environment.