Robin and Worm (Early Bird Catches the Worm)

Whimsical and full of charm, this mismatched pair of hand-painted cork earrings captures the classic phrase “the early bird catches the worm.” One earring features a sweet red-breasted robin, while the other showcases a playful little worm — together creating a storybook-inspired design that’s both meaningful and fun.

Crafted from sustainable cork, these earrings are eco-friendly, feather-light, and comfortable for all-day wear. Each piece is painted by hand, making every pair a truly one-of-a-kind treasure.

Size
Birds are approx. 25 x 26mm

Worms are approx. 18 x 23mm

*DISCLAIMER* - Due to the nature of the cork the flecks of gold and darker patches within the cork vary across the sheet - this is the nature of the material
Additionally, the design may vary slightly, including colour and shape, as each earring is handmade and unique

Materials
- Made from sustainable cork leather, creating lightweight, environmentally friendly pieces
- Gold flecked cork adds an eye-catching element of warmth, colour and sparkle under lights - looks stunning in sunshine!
-Handpainted and using natural cork - this results in no two pairs being the same, creating complete uniqueness!

All earrings are finished with surgical stainless steel findings – lead and nickel free – perfect for sensitive ears!

These earrings are handmade in the UK, using high quality sustainable cork leather made from the bark of cork oak trees. The process does not harm the tree – it regrows and continues to thrive, creating an eco + sustainable product.

Appearance
Earrings are double sided- giving a full 3D effect when hanging. Gold flecks used only on front.

These earrings are finished with sealant to aid in longer life. However, care should be taken. Please read the FAQs at the bottom of the page about earring care and storage.

Packaging and Returns
All our earrings are enclosed in eco-friendly transparent starch bags to protect earrings during transit. Please take note our earrings will arrive with a tamper seal - if this is broken, removed or tampered with we SHALL NOT ACCEPT RETURNS due to hygiene reasons. To read more on this please refer to our refund policy. This does not affect your statutory rights.