Daydeaming Swimmer. Handmade Ornament

This charming handmade ornament is a tiny seaside world in miniature, full of whimsy and gentle storytelling.
Measuring approximately 4 inches wide, it is carefully crafted from papier mâché and clay, then sealed with a glossy resin finish that gives the surface a water-like shine. At its heart is a little figure floating peacefully on her back, dressed in a bright red vintage-style swimsuit, arms outstretched as if drifting in a calm, sheltered pool. Soft ripples, bubbles and swirling brushstrokes of turquoise, teal and sea-green create the illusion of moving water, with flecks of white suggesting foam and sparkle.
The slightly irregular, hand-formed rim adds to its nautical, folk-art character, making each piece delightfully unique. Playful, nostalgic and full of coastal charm, this ornament feels like a captured summer memory — a quiet moment of floating, dreaming and watching the sky.
Perfect as a decorative keepsake, shelf ornament or curiosity-cabinet treasure, it celebrates slow making, imagination and the joy of handmade art inspired by the sea.