{"product_id":"medium-pangi-seed-shell-natural-nut-shaker-30-shells","title":"Medium Pangi Seed Shell - Natural Nut Shaker (30 Shells)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA cluster of real seed shells, gathered on a hand-tied cord, that clatter with a soft, earthy rattle whenever you lift or sway it. It is a lighter, more delicate sound than a hard wooden shaker, made for meditation, yoga or an unhurried percussion session.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat you'll notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA gentle, dry rattle that sounds more like rain on leaves than a sharp clack.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAround 30 shells hang together in a loose, tapering bunch, each one slightly different in shape and tone.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe shells have a pale, wrinkled, nut-like surface in soft sand and buttery yellow shades, with small dark openings where the seed once sat.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA twisted natural-fibre loop at the top lets it hang from a hook, a doorframe or a bedpost, where a passing breath of air will set it whispering.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBecause the shells are natural, no two bunches look or sound quite the same.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSeed shells on a hand-tied cord\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shaker is built from around 30 real seed shells, threaded and knotted by hand onto a cord so they hang close together and knock softly against one another. Nothing is polished or painted. The grain and colour variation you see in the photo is simply the surface of the shells, so expect slight differences from one piece to the next.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to play it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHold it by the looped top and give it a slow shake for a soft, scattered rattle, or flick your wrist for a quicker, brighter patter. Because the sound is light, it sits well beneath a voice, a drum or a bowl rather than competing with them. Many people use a shaker like this to mark the start of a sitting, set a gentle pulse for breathing, or add texture to a sound session. Hung up, it also works as a quiet piece of natural décor.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA lighter voice in the percussion family\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShakers made from seeds, pods and shells are among the oldest rhythm instruments, found in many musical traditions where natural materials were the nearest and most readily available sound sources. Seed-shell shakers are valued for a softer, more breathy tone than metal or hardwood, which is why they suit slower, more spacious playing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural shells prefer dry conditions, so keep the shaker away from damp and wipe it gently with a dry cloth if needed. Hang it or lay it down carefully rather than pressing the bunch flat. The cord is a natural fibre and a consumable part, so over time it may need re-tying or replacing with regular, energetic playing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA considered gift\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits anyone who meditates, practises yoga, plays hand percussion, or simply likes natural textures at home. Its handmade look and soft sound make it a calm, tactile present that is easy to enjoy straight away.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it loud?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. The sound is soft and delicate, closer to a rustle than a clack, so it suits quiet rooms and gentle accompaniment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I hang it up rather than play it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. The looped cord at the top is made for hanging, and a light movement of air is enough to make the shells stir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill every shaker match the photo exactly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNot exactly. Each shell is natural, so colour, surface and shape vary a little between pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHAMTAM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67618400764218,"sku":"DMI-17","price":20.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/8307\/0266\/files\/medium-pangi-seed-shell-natural-nut-shaker-30-shells-cover.png?v=1791008643","url":"https:\/\/shamtam.com\/products\/medium-pangi-seed-shell-natural-nut-shaker-30-shells","provider":"SHAMTAM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}