Whimsical Mushroom House With Light, The Toad Stool Inn, Gourd Home Decor

$65.00
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Ships within 3-5 business days.

About this Product

Welcome to the Toadstool Inn—a whimsical, one-of-a-kind mushroom house made entirely by hand from a real dried gourd. This enchanting little inn features a curved chimney stem, forest-green mushroom cap, hand-carved glowing windows, and even a miniature wooden sign—all crafted by hand, including the sign itself!

Whether you're building your collection or looking for a standout woodland accent, this glowing mushroom house is fun to collect and makes a magical addition to mantels, tabletops, and fairy garden displays.

The included LED candle features a built-in timer, so your cozy glow turns on and off automatically each day—bringing warmth and charm with zero hassle.


Why You’ll Love It:

  • Completely handmade—including the tiny inn sign

  • Made from a real dried gourd with natural texture and shape

  • Hand-carved windows glow when the light is on

  • Stained green mushroom cap with curled natural stem

  • Battery-operated LED tea light included (with auto timer feature)

  • No cords or outlets needed—place it anywhere you like

  • Fun to collect for mushroom lovers and fairy décor fans alike

  • A unique and cheerful gift idea for anyone who loves handmade charm

Size: 12 x 3 inches

Includes: 1 LED candle with built-in timer (turns on for 6 hrs, off for 18 hrs)


Great for:

  • Mushroom house collections

  • Cottagecore and woodland-style home decor

  • Fairy garden lovers and nature-themed vignettes

  • Cozy shelf styling or fall decorating

  • Unique gifts for gourd lovers, friends, or collectors

BoutiqueBarn

Auburn, NH
Welcome! I love creating uniquely rustic pieces for your home. I work with real dried gourds for your tabletop decorating and reclaimed wood for your wall decor. I am happy to customize when I can so please reach out if you have a creative idea you'd like to work on together. 

Meet the Maker

Hello friends! My name is Christy and l welcome you to my shop :) 

In my handmade shop, I feature unique pieces of home decor that add a little rustic and a little whimsy to your home. 

I began my handmade journey of wood-burning artwork on reclaimed wood. The beautiful brown color in my artwork is created with pyrography, "drawing with fire". It is the perfect complement to the reclaimed wood that I use to create rustic wall hangings. All the artwork is wood-burned by hand, using pyrography tools.

When I discovered the incredibly versatile dried gourds, it was love at first sight! I instantly added them to my creative routine. I've always adored pumpkin carving, and here was a similar natural vegetable that will for many years without the shelf life of a fresh pumpkin. The dried gourd shells are very hard and perfect for carving and pyrography!

I use the gourds to create whimsical fall pumpkin characters with a ton of personality. I also enjoy turning the gourds into decorative bowls, vases, and vessels. Each gourd shape is unique, so each gourd piece is a one-of-a-kind! 

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This image shows myself sitting with many decorative gourds I have made. A wood burned bear hangs on the wall that I made.

How it’s Made

How the Whimsical Gourd Mushroom is Made:

  • Handcrafted from Real Gourds – Cut pieces of dried gourds are carefully selected, layered and shaped into a mushroom.

  • Carved Whimsical Design – The gourd shell is intricately carved with tiny windows and stippled texture, allowing light to shine through.

  • Open Bottom Design – The base is left open so the mushroom can be placed over the included tea light candle for a cozy glow.

  • Pyrography Artwork – The door is decorated with a charming vine, drawn by hand using wood-burning tools.

  • Earthy Translucent Stains – Warm, natural tones are applied to enhance the organic beauty of the gourd shell.

  • Perfectly Sized – Measures 3 inches wide and 11 inches tall, making it a great accent piece for any space.

Shop Policies

Return Policy - I do accept returns. Please reach out to me within 7 days of your purchase. 

Custom Orders - I love working with you on special requests. Send me a message with your idea and we can chat about the possibilities! 


WOOD WALL DECOR

Processing Time

  • Custom Pieces - 1-2 week processing time after the proof approval.

  • Finished Wall Art - Ships within 3-5 business days.

Commonly Asked Questions

  • Do you offer custom sizes?  Yes! If I have the supplies, I am happy to work with the space you have so it fits nicely.

  •  Do you do commissioned work?  Yes! I love to help you bring the idea inside your head, out, and into your home. 

  • How long does a custom or personalized piece take? I most often can complete a custom piece in a few weeks, depending on the complexity of the design. The exception is the holiday season. Please reach out to inquire about my current turnaround time.

  • Do you make wall art for businesses? Yes! Decorating your business with rustic wall art creates a warm and inviting space for your customers and employees. I can recreate your logo or company mottos etc on reclaimed wood. 

  • How do I hang my wall art? I attach a classic saw tooth hanger on the back for you to hang your piece.

  • Is the wood heavy? All the wood I use is real and solid. Depending on the type of wood, yes it can be very heavy. I would recommend a drywall screw to hang your piece on. 


GOURDS

Processing Time 

  • Finished Gourds - I ship your orders within 3-5 days of purchase. 

  • Custom Gourds - I ship your orders within a few weeks. 

Commonly Asked Questions

1. Can I order a customized gourd character? Yes! I am happy to work with you on a personalized gourd for you. Just reach out and we can chat about your idea.

2. Can I order the hats separately? Not at this time. I use the coordinating gourd top to make the hat base. So the gourd top/hat fits the gourd exactly. I am contemplating making hats separately. Let me know if this might be a good idea... I'd love your input! 

3. Can I use the gourds to decorate outside? These gourds are dried, but I wouldn't recommend letting them get wet with the weather elements. It's best to keep these as "indoor gourds".

4. Can I name my gourd? Sure! If you would like to name a gourd just let me know. This would fall into a custom piece, so I would just need a week or so to create this gourd for you. 

5. Are there additional charges for custom gourds? This depends on the request. Please just send me a note with your request and I can let you know. 

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Shop Reviews (1611)

beautiful arrangement, as pictured. highly recommend!

saleena

06/25/2024
Loved it! Perfect for Halloween decor! Thank you for the Outstanding Customer Service & Satisfaction!

Patrick

06/24/2024
So cute! Everything was done with such thought and care!

Kelly

06/22/2024
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