Svasara Treasure Chests

Elephant Collection

2009-07-08T16:28:00.006-04:00

Elephant Collection Treasure Chests
is a series of three abstract-shaped steel trunks (two ‘ears’ and one ‘head’). Together they form an abstract elephant’s head as reminder that we are all connected and part of something bigger.
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Presentation on how and why the elephant treasure chests came to be:

Ordering:
Commission a treasure chest, leaf as wall art or buy treasure chest as is----contact rita@svasara.com

Custom Wedding Treasure Chests

2009-06-09T10:10:00.003-04:00

Svasara Treasure Chests are about
cherishing who you are together.
Staying connected to that
through something that is visible & alive.
Allowing you to fall in love
...over and over again.

precious treasure boxes to grand trunks
traditional to completely unique shapes & sizes
begins with your existing trunk or one created for you
each with customized design to include your meaningful objects
styled to your taste & sensibility
to create a truly unique, beautiful and special place
to keep the things you both treasure together
becoming part of your story...

Specifically for new couples, I work with them to create a treasure chest that they have
1. before their wedding,
2. to be at the wedding for use in their life together or
3. after the wedding which incorporate materials/items from the wedding day
contact at rita [at] svasara [dot] com

Cedar Chest: Blue Whimsy

2009-05-08T18:39:00.012-04:00

A transformed Amish built cedar trunk
...with recycled rolled glass hand dyed silk fabric, embroidered and velvet fabrics, copper and petals from much cherished roses. The fabric serves as an elegant handle & the inside of chest is unfinished so the cedar scent is more fragrant.

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions: 13.5"h x 23"w x 15"d
$449 plus shipping & tax

Want to give a gift? Let them choose...

2009-02-05T10:49:00.004-05:00

In any denomination
starting at $5
you can give someone a treasure chest of their choice
custom or what is available online.
(NOTE: No expiration date.)

Starry Night Abundance Box

2009-02-04T13:31:00.004-05:00

A wooden cigar box from Cuba transformed into an abundance & prosperity treasure box...

...the outside box is covered in textured silver foil and stained in blue and bits of rose; the lid is covered in the same foil with blue and gold hued recycled rolled glass; a gold plated bangle with white colored stones serves as the handle; inside is painted in a metallic gold and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions 7 1/4"d x 6 1/4"w x 5"h

$99 plus shipping & tax
Item is sold, to request a similar treasure box (email rita at svasara dot com)

Pinstripe Portfolio

2009-02-04T12:32:00.004-05:00

A wooden cigar box from Nicaragua transformed into a portfolio treasure box...

...the outside lid of the box is covered in lined patterned paper with a silver bangle in the middle; the box is stained in shades of rosewood & blue; inside is painted in a metallic gold & multi-colored foil. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

(box opens flat)
depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions 6 1/2"d x 9"w x 2"h

$49 plus shipping & tax
This item is sold, to request a similar treasure box (email rita at svasara dot com)

Rustic Roses Portfolio

2009-02-04T12:20:00.006-05:00

A wooden cigar box transformed into a portfolio treasure box...

...the outside lid of the box is covered in rose petals; the box is stained in shades of burgundy and a hint of blue; inside is painted in a metallic gold & multi-colored foil. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions 5 3/4"d x 11"w x 1 3/4"h

$49 plus shipping & tax

This item is sold, to request a similar treasure box (email rita at svasara dot com)

Sakura Prosperity Box

2009-02-04T10:34:00.004-05:00

A wooden cigar box from Nicaragua transformed into an abundance & prosperity treasure box...

...the outside box is covered in a silk fabric embroidered in pink & green floral pattern & is lined with clear recycled rolled glass; the lid is covered in matching green paper and sprinkled with the same clear glass; inside is painted in a metallic gold and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions 8"d x 4 1/4"w x 4 1/4"h

$89 plus shipping & tax
Request a similar treasure box (email rita at svasara dot com)

Casa Real Abundance Box

2009-02-04T10:21:00.007-05:00

A wooden cigar box from Cuba transformed into an abundance & prosperity treasure box...

...the outside box is covered in a silk fabric embroidered in gold over multi-colored foil; the lid is covered in the same foil with a bangle on top that has white stones; a gold plated bangle with white colored stones serves as the handle; inside is painted in a metallic gold and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions 6 3/4"d x 5 1/2"w x 4"h

$99 plus shipping & tax

Magic Meadow Abundance Box

2009-02-04T09:57:00.008-05:00

A wooden cigar box from Cuba transformed into an abundance & prosperity treasure box...

...the outside box is covered in a textured paper with a bit of blue sparkle & where the green design can be felt; the lid is covered in a similar colored recycled rolled glass; a gold plated bangle with white colored stones serves as the handle; inside is painted in a metallic gold and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions 5 3/4"d x 5 1/4"w x 4"h

$69 plus shipping & tax

Casablanca Abundance Box

2009-02-03T16:53:00.008-05:00

A wooden cigar box from Nicaragua transformed into an abundance & prosperity treasure box...

...the outside box is covered in alternating stripes of gold paint and multi-colored foil; the lid is covered in embossed wallpaper; a gold plated bangle with amber colored stones serves as the handle; inside is painted in a metallic gold and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions 8"d x 5 1/2"w x 4 1/4"h

$99 plus shipping & tax

Bedazzled Abundance Treasure Box

2009-02-03T16:35:00.009-05:00

A wooden cigar box from Nicaragua transformed into an abundance & prosperity treasure box...

...the outside box is painted pink and then covered in orange & gold-toned with some bits of light blue recycled rolled glass; the inside lid is lined with patterned pink paper; inside is painted in a metallic gold and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions 7"d x 5"w x 3 1/2"h

$99 plus shipping & tax

Request a similar treasure box (email rita at svasara dot com)

Royalton Portfolio

2009-02-03T16:17:00.005-05:00

A wooden cigar box from Dominican Republic transformed into a portfolio treasure box...

...the outside lid of the box is covered in patterned paper and finished off with two gold-plated bangles; The sides are stained in shades of blue; inside is painted in a metallic gold - the top had multi-colored foil and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions 8"d x 11 1/2"w x 1 3/8"h

$69 plus shipping & tax

Madame Butterfly Abundance Box

2009-02-03T15:51:00.008-05:00

A wooden cigar box from Nicaragua transformed into an abundance & prosperity treasure box...

...the outside box is covered in burgundy silk fabric embroidered in a butterfly motif; The lid is covered in recycled rolled glass in shades of blue and amber with some blue glitter; a gold plated bangle serves as the handle; inside is painted in a metallic gold and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions 6"d x 5 1/4"w x 3 3/4"h

$99 plus shipping & tax

Castle Butterfly Prosperity Box

2009-02-03T13:46:00.008-05:00

A wooden cigar box from Dominican Republic transformed into an abundance & prosperity treasure box...

...the outside box is covered partly covered in butterfly paper and copper; a gold plated bangle on the lid holds together a cluster of recycled rolled glass in shades of blue, amber and one reddish one; inside is painted in a metallic gold and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions 4"d x 6 3/4"w x 4 1/4"h

$75 plus shipping & tax

River Treasure Box

2008-11-19T16:29:00.008-05:00

A wooden cigar box from Honduras transformed into a treasure box...

...the outside box is covered in a national geographic map of US rivers; dimension is added through a raised textured metallic gold river and blue and amber colored recycled rolled glass that look like lakes; a gold plated bangle serves as the handle that pulls the lid out; the lid is covered in gold, copper and rose colored leaf with blue glass in the shape of meandering river; inside is painted in a metallic blue and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions 6 3/8"d x 6"w x 4 5/8"h

$99 plus shipping & tax

Item is sold - Request a similar treasure box (email rita at svasara dot com)

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Tell me what is in your treasure chest or box:

end me an email letting me know the special things that you keep or would keep in your treasure chest…tell me why, the story about it, etc – looking forward to hearing about it. (post it in the comments section OR email me rita at svasara dot com)

Forest Treasure Box (pair)

2008-11-19T15:29:00.011-05:00

Wooden cigar boxes from Honduras transformed into matching forest treasure boxes...

...the outside box is painted in rich hues of green, teal metallic tones of both; gold bangles with green glass gems are used for the handle that will pull the lid out; the lid is covered in the same paint finish with gold colored recycled rolled glass to add texture and look of water droplets; inside is painted in a metallic blue and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

These two were created as a set for you to buy and use both or give the matching one to someone...friend, sibling, daughter, significant other....

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions (smaller) 7 1/4""d x 6" 1/4w x 4 3/4"h
Dimensions (larger) 8 1/8"d x 6 1/8"w x 4 5/8"h
Smaller is sold, to request similar please contact rita at svasara dot com
$99 plus shipping & tax (larger)

Request a similar treasure boxes or matching pieces (email rita at svasara dot com)
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Tell me what is in your treasure chest or box:
Send me an email letting me know the special things that you keep or would keep in your treasure chest…tell me why, the story about it, etc – looking forward to hearing about it. (post it in the comments section OR email me rita at svasara dot com)

Gold Rush Treasure Box

2008-11-19T15:17:00.017-05:00

A wooden cigar box from Honduras transformed into a treasure boxes...

...the outside box is covered in gold, copper and rose colored leaf; a gold plated bangle serves as the handle that pulls the lid out; the lid is painted gold with rose petal and a gold plated bangle with ruby colored glass; inside is painted in a metallic blue and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions 6 3/8"d x 6"w x 4 5/8"h

$99 plus shipping & tax

This item is sold.
To request a similar treasure box or matching piece email rita at svasara dot com.

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Tell me what is in your treasure chest or box:

Flapper Treasure Box

2008-11-19T15:09:00.010-05:00

A wooden cigar box from Honduras transformed into a treasure box...

...the outside box is covered in multi-colored fringe; a gold plated bangle serves as the handle that pulls the lid out; the lid is painted a metallic gold and in the center is a gold plated bangle with matching multi-colored beads; inside is painted in a metallic blue and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions 6 3/8"d x 6"w x 4 5/8"h

$99 plus shipping & tax

Request a similar treasure box or matching piece (email rita at svasara dot com)

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Tell me what is in your treasure chest or box:

Princess Treasure Box

2008-11-19T14:55:00.011-05:00

A wooden cigar box from Honduras transformed into a treasure boxes...

...the outside box is covered in silk lavender/mauve fabric that is embroidered with real silk thread; the wood has a metallic lavender finish; a silver plated bangle serves as the handle that pulls the lid out; the lid is covered in gray recycled rolled glass; inside is painted in a metallic blue and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

Dimensions 6 3/8"d x 6"w x 4 5/8"h

$99 plus shipping & tax

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Petal Treasure Boxes (pair)

2008-10-31T21:55:00.030-04:00

Wooden cigar boxes from Honduras transformed into a pair of petal treasure boxes...

...the outside box has a deep brown & burgundy metallic finish with a few rose petals; gold & brown bells are used for the handle that will pull the lid out; the lid is covered in rose petals & few colored recycled rolled glass to add texture and look of water droplets; inside is painted in a metallic blue and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

These two were created as a set for you to buy and use both or give the matching one to someone...friend, sibling, daughter, significant other....

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

For more images click here
Dimensions (smaller) 6 3/8"d x 6"w x 4 5/8"h
Dimensions (larger) 7 3/8"d x 6 1/4"w x 5"h
$99 plus shipping & tax (smaller purchased separately) SOLD
$99 plus shipping & tax (larger purchased separately)

$170 plus shipping & tax (pair)

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Tell me what is in your treasure chest or box:
Send me an email letting me know the special things that you keep or would keep in your treasure chest…tell me why, the story about it, etc – looking forward to hearing about it. (post it in the comments section OR email me rita at svasara dot com)

Butterfly's Flight Treasure Box

2008-10-31T21:29:00.021-04:00

A wooden cigar box from Honduras transformed into a treasure box...

...the outside has a meandering textured gold pattern---reminiscent of a butterfly's flight; gold bells are used for the handle that will pull the lid out; the lid is encrusted with turquoise & golden shades of colored recycled rolled glass; inside is painted in a metallic blue and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, like all of us)

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

For more images click here

Dimensions 6 3/8"d x 6"w x 4 5/8"h

$99 plus shipping & tax

Prayer Paper Treasure Box

2008-10-31T21:12:00.013-04:00

A wooden cigar box from Honduras transformed into a treasure box...

...the outside is covered in chinese prayer paper; gold bells are used for the handle that will pull the lid out; the lid is encrusted with tangerine, turquoise & golden colored recycled rolled glass; inside is painted in a metallic blue and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, kind of like us)

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

For more images click here
Dimensions 6 3/8"d x 6"w x 4 5/8"h
$149 plus shipping & tax------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Tell me what is in your treasure chest or box:
Send me an email letting me know the special things that you keep or would keep in your treasure chest…tell me why, the story about it, etc – looking forward to hearing about it. (post it in the comments section OR email me rita at svasara dot com)

Queen Ann Treasure Box

2008-10-31T20:49:00.012-04:00

A wooden cigar box from Honduras transformed into glass treasure box

...the outside is painted in metallic gold and encrusted in recycled rolled glass in shades of blue & gray; silver & gold bells are used for the handle that will pull the lid out; the top's centerpiece is a Queen Ann's lace (a flower abundant in Michigan) & more glass this time with some turquoise ones; inside is painted in a metallic blue and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, kind of like us)

detailed view: Queen Ann's lace with colored glass on lid

For more images click here
Dimensions 6 3/8"d x 6"w x 4 5/8"h
$99 plus shipping & tax

Item is sold - Request a similar treasure box (email rita at svasara dot com)
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Tell me what is in your treasure chest or box:
Send me an email letting me know the special things that you keep or would keep in your treasure chest…tell me why, the story about it, etc – looking forward to hearing about it. (post it in the comments section OR email me rita at svasara dot com)

Feather Treasure Box

2008-10-31T20:28:00.011-04:00

A wooden cigar box from Honduras transformed into feather treasure box

...the outside is painted in metallic gold and designed with acrylic paint and gerber daisy petals; satin red toned fringe & gold bells are used for the handle that will pull the lid out; inside is painted in a metallic blue and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, kind of like us)

For more images click here
Dimensions 6 3/8"d x 6"w x 4 5/8"h
$149 plus shipping & tax
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Tell me what is in your treasure chest or box:
Send me an email letting me know the special things that you keep or would keep in your treasure chest…tell me why, the story about it, etc – looking forward to hearing about it. (post it in the comments section OR email me rita at svasara dot com)

Mirror Treasure Box

2008-10-31T13:29:00.012-04:00

A wooden cigar box from Honduras transformed into a mirror treasure box...

...the outside is covered in recycled broken mirror and gold paint; gold & silver bells are used for the handle that will pull the lid out; inside is painted in a metallic blue and the bottom is lined with hand embossed copper, recycled blue glass and petals from flowers much cherished. (note: Each one is different on the outside but all the insides are the same, kind of like us)

depending on how you look inside and where the light comes & reflects from the bottom inside will glow more or less and change in color

For more images click here
Dimensions 6 3/8"d x 6"w x 4 5/8"h
$99 plus shipping & tax

Item is sold - Request a similar treasure box (email rita at svasara dot com)
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Tell me what is in your treasure chest or box:
Send me an email letting me know the special things that you keep or would keep in your treasure chest…tell me why, the story about it, etc – looking forward to hearing about it. (post it in the comments section OR email me rita at svasara dot com)