Soapstone Hippo Dish in Marbled Pink
Soapstone Hippo Dish in Marbled Pink
Hand carved by artisans in Nairobi from sustainably sourced Kenyan soapstone, this hippo dish is the kind of small object that earns its place on a bedside table or bathroom shelf — and every piece comes out slightly different, because the stone itself decides the final pattern.
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Some objects just make a room feel more considered. This hippo dish from So Just Shop is one of them — small enough to sit on a bedside table or bathroom shelf, useful enough to hold rings, earrings, or whatever you empty from your pockets at the end of the day, and distinctive enough that people will ask where it came from.
It is hand carved in Nairobi from soapstone that is sustainably sourced in Kenya. Soapstone is a natural material, which means no two dishes are identical — the marbled pink colouring and pattern shift from piece to piece depending on the stone. That is not a caveat; it is the point. What arrives is genuinely one of a kind.
Key details:
- Hand carved in Nairobi, Kenya
- Sustainably sourced Kenyan soapstone
- Marbled pink colouring — pattern varies naturally between pieces
- Suitable for jewellery, trinkets, or decorative use
- Works in a bathroom, on a bedside table, or as a desk accessory
So Just Shop works with artisan groups across Kenya and beyond, with a particular focus on creating meaningful work for female artisans in communities that need it most. In 2021, the brand generated 80,000 hours of artisan work — this dish is a small part of that.
About Our Brand So Just Shop
So Just Shop addresses the demand for distinctive, ethically produced lifestyle goods by connecting consumers with handcrafted accessories and homeware. In a market often dominated by mass-produced items, the brand champions traditional craftsmanship and provides a vital platform for artisans to share their skills and narratives, offering an alternative that values both beauty and social impact.
What truly sets So Just Shop apart is its unwavering commitment to empowering female artisans from some of the world's most vulnerable communities. Their collections, including ethical jewellery, are meticulously designed in collaboration with women-led artisan groups across Kenya, India, Nepal, and Colombia, utilising recycled gold-tone brass, aluminium, and silver, alongside locally sourced, sustainable materials.
Beyond the creation of beautiful products, So Just Shop focuses intently on generating meaningful labour and fostering economic independence. In 2021 alone, the brand generated 80,000 hours of work for its artisans, demonstrating a tangible commitment to improving livelihoods and fostering sustainable community development through fair trade practices.