James Baldwin Ornament

A handcrafted James Baldwin ornament celebrating Black queer identity, literary legacy, and social justice activism.

Honor the legacy of James Baldwin with this handcrafted felt ornament, a tribute to one of the most influential voices in American literature and LGBTQ+ history.

This thoughtfully designed piece captures Baldwin’s enduring impact as a writer, activist, and cultural critic. Known for his powerful explorations of race, sexuality, and identity, Baldwin used his voice to challenge injustice and inspire generations to confront inequality with honesty and compassion.

Our Baldwin ornament depicts him holding a pile of books, and with his words embroidered on the side of his pants: “Nothing can be changed until it is faced."

Whether displayed during Pride, Black History Month, or year-round, this ornament serves as a meaningful reminder of Baldwin’s influence and the ongoing pursuit of justice and equality.

Perfect for literary lovers, LGBTQ+ pride displays, and socially conscious gifting. Handmade by women artisans in Kyrgyzstan using traditional felting techniques, each piece supports fair-trade employment and preserves global craft traditions.

• Our ornaments come ready to hang with a string attached.
• Handmade from locally sourced, felted, merino-blended wool
• Fairly traded and made with love in Kyrgyzstan
  
• H: 6" x W: 2.5" x D: 2.75"

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Preserving artisanal traditions and skills is at the heart of Craftspring’s mission.

Each piece is meticulously handmade by amazing artisans. We are passionate about our collaborative design process. It connects us to our customers and our artisans, and pushes us to make products that delight in every detail.