Handcrafted Watering Can

$28.00

This beautiful and functional watering can is handcrafted from recycled metal by skilled artisans in Senegal. Each piece is unique, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern design for both aesthetic appeal and practical use.

The gentle shower head creates a soft rain-like spray that's perfect for delicate seedlings and established plants alike, while the ergonomic handle makes watering comfortable even when the can is full.

Availability: In Stock

SKU: HWC-002

Categories: Gardening Tools, Artisan Crafts

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Product Description

The Handcrafted Watering Can combines beauty and functionality in a sustainable gardening tool that will last for years. Each watering can is individually made by skilled artisans in Senegal using recycled metal, making every piece unique while reducing waste.

The design features a 2-liter capacity—perfect for indoor plants and small garden areas—with a balanced weight distribution that makes it comfortable to use. The long, curved spout provides excellent control over water flow, while the removable shower head creates a gentle spray that won't disturb delicate seedlings or soil.

Beyond its practical use, this watering can serves as a beautiful decorative piece that showcases traditional metalworking techniques. The natural patina of the recycled metal gives each can a distinctive character that deepens over time, telling the story of your gardening journey.

By purchasing this watering can, you're not only acquiring a high-quality gardening tool but also supporting sustainable craftsmanship and providing economic opportunities for artisans and their communities.

Features & Specifications

Material: Recycled metal (primarily from food cans and other reclaimed sources)
Capacity: 2 liters (approximately 0.5 gallons)
Dimensions: 30cm height × 40cm length × 12cm width (12" × 16" × 5")
Weight: 0.8kg (1.8 lbs) when empty
Finish: Natural metal with protective clear coating to prevent rust
Spout: Extended curved design for precise pouring
Shower Head: Removable with fine holes for gentle watering
Handle: Ergonomically designed for comfortable grip and balance
Care: Rinse and dry after use; store in dry location
Production: Handcrafted by artisans in Senegal using traditional techniques

Key Benefits

Sustainable: Made from recycled materials, reducing waste and environmental impact
Versatile: Perfect for indoor plants, seedlings, and small garden areas
Gentle Watering: Shower head creates a soft spray that won't damage delicate plants
Precise Control: Long spout allows for targeted watering, even in hard-to-reach places
Durable: Built to last with quality craftsmanship and materials
Beautiful Design: Functional tool that also serves as an attractive decorative piece
Unique: Each watering can has slight variations, making it one-of-a-kind

The Artisans Behind the Product

This watering can is crafted by a cooperative of metal artisans in Dakar, Senegal, who have been working with recycled metals for generations. The cooperative, called "Métal Créatif," was founded in 2008 by master craftsman Moussa Diop with the mission of preserving traditional metalworking techniques while creating sustainable livelihoods.

The artisans collect discarded metal items—primarily food cans, old tools, and scrap metal—from local communities, cleaning and processing them before transforming them into beautiful, functional products. Each artisan brings their unique style and expertise to the creation process, resulting in watering cans that are similar in function but distinctive in character.

The cooperative now employs 15 artisans, including 7 women who have broken traditional gender barriers in metalworking. They also run an apprenticeship program that trains young people in these sustainable craft techniques, ensuring these skills continue into the next generation.

By purchasing this watering can, you're directly supporting these artisans and their families while helping to maintain cultural traditions and promote sustainable practices in their community.

The Making Process

Each watering can takes approximately 3-4 hours to create and involves several steps:

Collecting and sorting recycled metal
Cleaning and flattening the metal
Cutting pieces according to templates
Shaping the body, spout, and handle
Joining pieces using traditional soldering techniques
Creating and attaching the shower head
Testing for water-tightness
Applying a protective clear coating
Final quality inspection

Shipping Information

We ship our Handcrafted Watering Cans throughout Africa. Shipping times and costs vary by location:

Gabon: 2-3 business days
West Africa: 5-7 business days
East Africa: 7-10 business days
Southern Africa: 7-10 business days
Central Africa: 5-7 business days
North Africa: 10-14 business days

Exact shipping costs will be calculated at checkout based on your location.

Return Policy

We want you to be completely satisfied with your Handcrafted Watering Can. If you're not happy with your purchase for any reason, you can return it within 30 days of delivery for a full refund or exchange.

Please note that returned items must be in their original condition. Due to the handcrafted nature of this product, slight variations in appearance are normal and not considered defects.

To initiate a return, please contact our customer service team at returns@dilulu.org with your order number and reason for return.

Care Instructions

To ensure your watering can remains beautiful and functional for years to come:

Rinse and dry after each use to prevent mineral buildup
Store in a dry location when not in use
Avoid dropping or denting the can
If the shower head becomes clogged, soak in vinegar solution to clear mineral deposits
The natural patina will develop over time, enhancing the character of your watering can