Trovelore Handmade Gounellei Beetle Brooch Pin – An Emblem of Endurance

by Trovelore

“Strength does not always announce itself. Sometimes, it gleams quietly and holds its ground.”

The Gounellei Beetle Brooch Pin is a powerful tribute to endurance, protection, and nature’s architectural beauty. Revered for its armored form and commanding presence, the beetle is reimagined here as a jewel-like textile relic—bold, intentional, and exquisitely crafted.

Handmade by skilled artisans in India, this brooch is constructed from layered cotton and felt, then meticulously embroidered with metallic threads, sequins, and seed beads. Each element is placed to echo the beetle’s segmented form and luminous shell, creating depth, movement, and an unmistakable sense of strength. The result is a piece that feels ancient and modern at once—both talisman and artwork.

Artisan Alchemy

• Entomological Structure: Segmented body and form rendered with sculptural precision
• Iridescent Armor: Sequins and metallic threads mimic a protective, jewel-toned shell
• Ethical Craftsmanship: Produced in small batches by artisan partners
• Convertible Wear: Optional bail (sold separately) allows transformation into a pendant
• Heirloom Presentation: Arrives in Trovelore’s embossed keepsake box

Why the Gounellei Beetle Endures

• Symbol of Protection: Represents resilience, grounding, and inner fortitude
• Museum-Worthy Craft: Approximately 18–22 hours of hand embroidery per piece
• Artisan Legacy: Supports women-led, ethical, small-batch production
• Dual Purpose: Wear as a brooch or display as collectible textile art

Styling Your Armored Talisman

• Modern Relic: Pin to coats, blazers, or structured jackets
• Quiet Power: Style on knitwear, denim, or linen for contrast
• Neckline Statement: Convert to necklace for symbolic strength
• Collector’s Eye: Display framed or pinned as textile art

The Handmade Imperative

No two Gounellei Beetles are identical. Each carries the unmistakable signature of human hands:

• Subtle variations in bead placement
• Gentle asymmetry in embroidery
• Natural tonal shifts in metallic threads

These differences are not flaws—they are proof of authenticity, intention, and devotion to craft.

Limited Emergence

Produced in small batches of 10–15 pieces to honor slow fashion and preserve artisanal integrity. Once this cycle ends, the exact expression may never be recreated.

From the Founders’ Studio

“Our beetles are stitched as symbols of protection and quiet strength. The Gounellei reminds us that resilience does not need spectacle—it simply endures.”
— Dhruti & Seema, Trovelore Co-Founders

Includes

• Sturdy metal pin with felt backing
• Embossed Trovelore keepsake box
• Story card detailing beetle symbolism and meaning

Care Instructions

• Gently surface clean with a soft microfiber cloth
• Store flat to preserve embroidery structure
• Avoid moisture and prolonged direct sunlight

Size: Approx. statement scale — grounded, powerful, and unapologetically bold

“She wore the beetle not as ornament, but as armor—quiet, gleaming, and unbreakable.”

Optional bail adapter sold separately for necklace conversion.

Shipping & returns

Orders are sent via the best way and include USPS Ground, 1st Class & Priority, UPS & Fedex. Shipping confirmation will be emailed to you upon shipment. Ships Monday through Friday from Mineola Texas.

Returns accepted within 10 days of receipt. You must contact us to start a return. Any return must be in new condition, unworn/unused, with tags attached.

All other items, such as vintage/one of a kind, gourmet food items, holiday/seasonal, etc. are final sale, no returns accepted.

SHIPPING OUTSIDE THE US: If you reside outside the US or Canada and would like to make a purchase, please contact us so that we can obtain a shipping quote. Email [email protected] with your shipping address and item(s) you would like to purchase.

Payments & Layaway

LAYAWAY PROGRAM:

We have a layaway program at the Periwinkle Shoppe. We require 20% down, with the balance to be paid off within 90 days. We do not require regularly scheduled payments, so you can pay as you need, however, we are not able to store or run your credit card, so you will need to inform us when you wish to make a payment so that we can send you an invoice. Please note that any canceled layaways will receive a store credit only. Regular return policy applies to layaway items. 

If you would like to set up a layaway, please contact us to let us know what item(s) you would like to purchase and we will get it set up for you. The quickest and most reliable way to reach us is by text to 214-235-2022 or email [email protected]. 

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