Fused Glass Sandpiper – Hanging Ornament
A familiar sight along mudflats and tidal shorelines, this stylised hanging sandpiper is made from shades of brown glass and white glass, with a long beak and a gentle mottled pattern. Each bird is loosely inspired by the Semipalmated Sandpiper (Calidris pusilla).
Threaded with clear line for easy display in a bright spot or along a shelf edge. Available in adult, chick, and pocket sizes.. Available in adult, chick, and pocket sizes.
Sizes: Approximately 3.5" (adult), 2.5" (chick), 1.5" (pocket)
Display: Threaded with clear, nearly invisible cord for hanging
Also available: Sandpipers perched on driftwood
A simple handmade ornament for beachcombers, bird lovers, or anyone curating a nature-themed space.
Birds: General Information
- • Studio-glass handcrafted fused glass in Nova Scotia (no paints, glazes, or moulds)
- • Photos are for guidance only, though your bird will look similar. Minor variations in colour, tone and shade are part of the handmade charm
- • The direction the bird is facing varies — please let me know if you have a preference
- • Fused glass has a front and back — the front is glossy with detail
If you'd like to read more on how the birds are made, please visit The Birds or the more detailed blog article How the birds are made.