Charm Your Loved Ones With Precious Porcelain Jewelry and Gifts From Camp Hollow

by Jackie Buddie

Nov 25, 2024

Hippos, sloths, and geese—oh my! Make holiday magic with collectible keepsakes for every unique creature on your list.

Photo by: Joy Masi Photo

In our Featured Shop series, we shine a light on a standout shop from Etsy’s talented seller community, offering readers a behind-the-scenes look at their process and story. This month, it's all about delightful porcelain animal jewelry and keepsakes from Camp Hollow.

Every day, all around us, wonder and magic abound. It’s in the roly-poly caterpillar inching along a leaf’s edge, the belly laughs of kids tossing sticks for a frisky corgi, the stories passed down while a father teaches his son to fish. For Utah-based figurine sculptor Wes Chadderdon, celebrating these small moments in nature, with family, is the heart and soul of Camp Hollow—the ceramic jewelry and gift shop he co-founded with his wife, Jessie Chadderdon. Wes explains, “Spending time outdoors with our children—exploring, observing wildlife, and letting our imaginations wander—profoundly influenced our vision.”

Like a storybook land inhabited by enchanting creatures, the Camp Hollow collection brims with whimsical animal characters, all lovingly handcrafted from porcelain clay into wearable, collectible keepsakes. A rambunctious white tiger dangles from a gold necklace chain, a playful pangolin curls into an elegant statement ring, and the world’s tiniest elephant toots triumphantly from your fingertip. “Through our pieces,” Wes says, “we want to encourage people to reconnect with their inner child and find joy in simple experiences.” Whether your hope this holiday is to deliver delight or celebrate a milestone, Camp Hollow has a treasurable present to commemorate each step in your special someone’s unique journey.

Read on to discover imaginative gift ideas for all the wild ones in your life—and shop a trove of timeless porcelain mementos from the Camp Hollow collection.

SHOP: Goose cake topper, $45

SHOP: Porcelain animal cake toppers, from $30

SHOP: Charm necklaces, from $25

SHOP: Porcelain swan cake topper, $30

SHOP: Mushroom candle set, from $15

SHOP: Tiny animal figurines, from $12

Why Camp Hollow should be on your radar

From the long, smooth neck of a graceful swan to the rugged antlers of a confident stag, the intricately crafted features of Camp Hollow’s cake toppers, pendants, and charms are designed to let an animal's distinct personality and story shine. To accomplish this, each creature is handcrafted to achieve just the right pose or expression, then delicately painted and glazed—complete with gleaming gold embellishments—and kiln-fired three times. Before shipping the creatures off to their new forever homes, Wes also personally inspects. “Our focus is creating products that not only look great, but are meant to be cherished for years,” he explains. “Porcelain is beautiful, timeless, and surprisingly strong, making it the perfect choice for lasting memories.” It’s that extra attention to detail, “from the string of the party hat to the tip of the tail,” that made Camp Hollow’s jaguar cake topper a natural pick for a 2024 Etsy Design Awards finalist.

SHOP: Jaguar cake topper, from $45

SHOP: Rat ring, from $50

SHOP: Tiny animal figurines, from $12

SHOP: Porcelain lion candle holder, $30

SHOP: Porcelain raccoon necklace, $60

SHOP: Wolf earrings, from $25

SHOP: Gator cake topper, from $45

The best Camp Hollow pieces for memorable gifting

With so much love and intention packed into each precious package, you really can’t go wrong treating your loved ones to a Camp Hollow keepsake. But, if you need inspiration, their bestselling dapper goose cake topper (“a popular choice for special events”) and barn owl necklace (“a thoughtful gift symbolizing wisdom and connection”) are time-tested favorites. Set a friend up with a “Trail of Treasures” bracelet box, and kickstart a collection of meaningful charms that remind them of life’s sweetest adventures. Know a new homeowner? Wes recommends the bear, as a symbol of security and comfort as they settle in. A quirky Christmas enthusiast? Try the 12 days of Christmas miniature set or the hippo cake topper. “This joyful hippo is ideal for anyone who wants a hippopotamus for Christmas,” Wes says, nodding to the ’80s novelty song. “Its cheerful expression makes it one of our most beloved holiday decorations, adding warmth and joy to any festive celebration.”

SHOP Owl necklace, from $36

SHOP: Charm bracelet set, from $105

SHOP: Hippo cake topper, from $45

SHOP: Dragonfly necklace, from $40

SHOP: Tiny giraffe figurine, from $12

SHOP: Poodle cake topper, from $45

SHOP: Giraffe figurines, necklaces, and cake toppers, from $12

In their words

“Camp Hollow is all about celebrating the everyday moments. Use a cake topper to add a magical touch to your next gathering. They’re perfect for celebrating birthdays and special occasions, ensuring those moments are marked with unique, beautifully crafted pieces that will be treasured. Or wear a ring or necklace as a delightful reminder of love and connection. Surround yourself with items that make you smile and remind you of cherished memories.”