Big-box retailer HomeSense launched its Artisan Collection earlier this spring, bringing to Canada one of-a-kind, handcrafted pieces from destinations as far flung as Ghana and Peru.
There are funky, fair-trade beaded goats from South Africa, handwoven kilims from India and beautiful ceramic bowls from Italy.
But what really made us take notice is this knee-high rhino sculpture from Kenya. Not only does the riot of colour make it a décor statement piece, it sends an environmental message.
The rhino is made from recycled flip-flops that wash up on the African shoreline by the thousands every year.
These baby-sized rhinos turn the detritus into something beautiful while providing a livelihood for local artisans.
The recycled flip-flop rhino costs $399.99 at select HomeSense locations.
