Mini Themed Worry Dolls – Handmade Fair Trade Guatemalan Worry People
- Precio
- $3
These tiny handmade worry dolls carry a big tradition behind them. Rooted in Mayan folklore from Guatemala, each mini themed worry doll is crafted to hold onto a specific worry — so you don't have to. Whether you're gifting one to a stressed-out friend, a worried teen, or treating yourself, there's a theme that fits just right. With 14 themes to choose from, these make a thoughtful, meaningful gift that's genuinely unlike anything else.
✨ Features
- 🎨 14 Unique Themes: Choose from Earth, Family, Last $5 in the Bank, Lost TV Remote, Love, Low Phone Battery, Marriage, Natural Disaster, Presidential Election, Pet, Relationship, Student Loan, Stress, and Teenager worries.
- 🪆 One Doll Included: Each order comes with one individually selected worry doll.
- 📋 Comes with a Story Card: Each doll arrives individually wrapped with a story card explaining the Guatemalan worry doll tradition.
- 📐 Compact Size: Doll measures 0.75" tall; story card measures 1.5" x 1".
- 🤝 Handmade & Fair Trade: Crafted by skilled artisans in Guatemala through Upavim Crafts, supporting fair wages and sustainable livelihoods.
- 🌿 Eco-Conscious Gift: A small, sustainable keepsake with real cultural meaning behind it.
💛 Benefits
- 🧘 A simple ritual for better sleep: Tell your worry to the doll, tuck it under your pillow, and let it do the worrying for you overnight — that's the tradition.
- 🎁 A gift that feels personal: With 14 themes, it's easy to find one that speaks directly to what someone is going through. Far more thoughtful than a generic gift.
- 😊 A little lightness for heavy topics: Themes like "Student Loan Worries" and "Low Phone Battery Worries" bring a smile while still offering a moment of comfort.
- 🌍 Your purchase supports artisans: Buying from Upavim Crafts means supporting a fair trade cooperative in Guatemala — your small purchase makes a real difference.
- 🛍️ Perfect stocking stuffer or add-on gift: Tiny in size, big in meaning — ideal for birthdays, care packages, or just because.
📖 The Tradition
According to Guatemalan tradition, you tell your worry to the doll before bed and place it under your pillow while you sleep. The doll takes on the worry for you, and by morning, it's said to gift you the wisdom to face whatever's troubling you. Also known as Worry People or Trouble Dolls, these little figures have been bringing comfort for generations.
🧸 How to Use
- Choose the theme that matches your (or your gift recipient's) current worry.
- Hold the doll and share your worry with it — out loud or in your mind.
- Place the doll under your pillow before you go to sleep.
- Wake up feeling a little lighter. 🌅
📦 Product Specifications
- Doll Size: 0.75"
- Card Size: 1.5" x 1"
- Quantity: 1 doll per order
- Packaging: Individually wrapped with story card
- Origin: Handmade in Guatemala
- Certification: Fair Trade
- Marriage Theme Note: Leave a note at checkout to request a Bride or Groom — otherwise we'll choose for you!
⚠️ Warning: CHOKING HAZARD — Small Parts. Not suitable for children under 3 years of age.
Ready to hand off a worry? Pick your theme and add a Mini Themed Worry Doll to your order today — or grab one as a gift that someone will actually remember.
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- Impact: For every order we offset 7kgs of CO2 and rescue 2 plastic bottles from the Ocean. Check our impact here
Environmental Impact
Our efforts to reduce our CO2 emissions generated by the sending of your orders mean that today Clozist is Carbon Positive on its shipments.
With the help of Greenspark we voluntarily offset 7kg of CO2 and remove 2 plastic bottles from the oceans with each order at no extra cost to you.
Why 7kgs (15.43 lb)?
We took the average Carbon Emission of a 2lb package ground sent from NYC to LA and multiply that number by 4.
Why 2 bottles?
Millions of plastic bottles pollute our oceans every year, two standard bottles are a daily recommended water intake. We're committed to cleaning them up.
About Upavim Crafts
UPAVIM: Empowering Women and Building Communities
UPAVIM is a remarkable women-led cooperative based in La Esperanza, Guatemala. Founded in 1989, UPAVIM has been a beacon of hope and opportunity for its members and their communities.
By creating and selling beautiful, handcrafted products, UPAVIM provides its members with economic independence, leadership opportunities, and access to education. The cooperative supports a full-day K-6 school, a daycare, and a Montessori-based preschool, ensuring that the next generation has the tools they need to succeed.
UPAVIM's success has fueled the development of a health clinic, tutoring program, and a local bakery, further improving the lives of people in La Esperanza.
Through their work, UPAVIM is not only empowering women but also building a stronger, more resilient community. By supporting UPAVIM, you're helping to create a brighter future for generations to come.
Shipping & Delivery
Orders are usually dispatched within 2-3 business days.
The shipping rate is calculated and displayed at checkout. Free shipping is available for orders over $49.00 for Shakers members of our reward program, and with no minimum, for Makers members (We can't offer free shipping when the lowest shipping cost exceeds $10).
Shipment confirmation and order tracking:
Once your order is fulfilled, you receive a tracking number to follow your package by email. Allow 24-48 hours for the carrier to update the tracking number in its system.
We might ship your order in more than 1 package. In that case, you receive a tracking number for each shipment.
Your order might be delayed in case we experience a high volume of orders. If your order fulfillment is delayed, we will let you know by email asap.