OUR PROCESS

It takes approximately one month to create each Sarabella Tuscan Jar to exquisite perfection.  The process begins with the selection of the shape and size of simple hand blown jars made with recycled glass from Spain and Italy.  Hanigan then uses her imagination and talents to fill the jars with faux fruits and vegetables curated from all over the world.  Through her own research and travel, Hanigan sources a mix of products made of sponge, Styrofoam, wood, and plastic with painstaking detail.  The life-like fruits and vegetables are hand crafted or airbrushed to replicate produce with natural markings and characteristics.  Even cultured stones from Sweden become breathtaking "lemons", flaws and all, with careful consideration.

Each piece of produce selected undergoes a "fluid test" to make sure it will not bleed or disintegrate when mixed with Hanigan’s secret solution.  The special solution is used to preserve the shape and color of the artificial fruit, once in the jar, and is non-toxic comprised of organic, healthy, food grade additives.

Using her imagination and a refined technique, Hanigan sculpts a visual cascade of produce, gluing each individual item in place to nestle them in such a way as to capture the light.

After almost two weeks of marinating in Hanigan's "magic oil", the jars are ready to be sealed and finished with unique fabric and are hand braided with cord imported from Germany, noting a distinguished authenticity.

When completed Sarabella Tuscan Jars are placed in just the right light, illuminating from within, shining their glow upon those who are drawn to their beauty.

Many of these luxurious decorative accessories are pre-made and available for immediate purchase. Hanigan also welcomes the opportunity to work with interior designers, restaurateurs, commercial and residential clients to design custom jars of their choice.