Recycled Auto Part Train Locomotive Sculpture from Mexico - Rustic Train Locomotive Holiday Gifts Thai artisans tuck a pretty

Thai artisans tuck a pretty secret at the bottom of these openwork heart earrings: green chalcedony gems

Following in his father's footsteps

Pieces off a die machine are used to shape the helmet and boots

two textured sunflowers are crafted from 22k gold-plated sterling silver

Recycled Auto Part Train Locomotive Sculpture from Mexico - Rustic Train Locomotive Holiday Gifts Thai artisans tuck a prettyArmando Ramirez handcrafts this ingenious train sculpture from a combination of recycled auto and bicycle parts and metal, and gives it a rough, rustic finish for added grit. The Mexican artisan has turned his childhood pastime of crafting toys into an art form that has allowed him to exploit his ingenuity and his creativity. The popularity of his designs has enabled Armando to start a workshop and dedicate himself full time to his artistic pursuits.