Catholic Travel Shrine Mini Altar Nicho Rosary Box – Our Lady of Lourdes Virgin Mary Pocket Altar

This one-of-a-kind, handmade Catholic pocket shrine honors Our Lady, the Blessed Virgin Mary, as Our Lady of Lourdes. It is a labor of love, taking many hours—even days—to complete, as each piece is crafted in multiple steps with great care and devotion. Created from an upcycled tin, this portable altar is meticulously adorned with vintage holy cards, Catholic ephemera, digital artwork, and mixed-media elements. Layers of lace, fabric flowers, paint, colorful rhinestones, and other delicate embellishments are carefully arranged to create a sacred and inspiring devotional piece. This tin includes: ✨ A VINTAGE FULL 5 DECADE CRYSTAL ROSARY direct from Lourdes ✨ A prayer card "Footprints in the Sand" ✨ A prayer on the inside left of the Pocket Altar for personal reflection and devotion ✨ A stand-alone design that can be propped up or carried for travel prayer This artistic devotional piece takes countless intricate steps to complete. From selecting and designing the imagery to painting, assembling embellishments, and crafting the rosary, each element is placed with intention and care. The process of layering materials, ensuring durability, and achieving the perfect spiritual aesthetic requires deep focus and a steady hand, making every shrine a truly unique and special creation. Inspired by traditional nichos, these travel shrines serve as miniature devotional altars, perfect for moments of reflection and prayer wherever you go. Whether you're seeking a special First Communion, Confirmation, or Mother’s Day gift, Birthday or simply a unique addition to your sacred space, this tin carries deep spiritual significance. ⚠️ Note: The rosary and tin is not blessed. You are encouraged to bring it to a priest for blessing. 📿 Perfect for: ✔️ Portable Catholic altar for travel prayer ✔️ Gifts for devotees of the Blessed Virgin Mary ✔️ First Communion, Confirmation, or Wedding gifts ✔️ Personal devotional spaces 🕊️ Handmade with love, prayer, and countless hours of devotion by a life promised Lay Dominican.

Description of the Rosary Pocket Altar Tin
✨ Front:
The front of this one-of-a-kind rosary pocket altar tin showcases a replica of a vintage holy card from Lourdes, France. This beautifully detailed image pays homage to the miraculous apparitions of Our Lady of Lourdes, evoking a sense of peace and devotion.
✨ Inside Left:
The left side of the tin features a heartfelt prayer to Our Lady of Lourdes, inviting her intercession and blessings. This sacred space is lovingly and intricately decorated with delicate embellishments, enhancing the beauty of the prayer.
✨ Inside Right:
On the right side, another vintage holy card is displayed, carefully chosen to complement the theme of this devotional piece. Surrounded by mixed-media elements, this image adds to the tin’s spiritual significance and artistic charm.
✨ Back:
The back of the tin is adorned with a beautiful design that harmonizes with the overall aesthetic, ensuring that every angle of this devotional shrine is thoughtfully crafted.
Each pocket altar tin is a labor of love, taking hours—sometimes days—to complete, as every detail is placed with intention, prayer, and devotion. Perfect for personal prayer, travel, or as a special Catholic gift.
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Upcycled Metal Tin
Vintage Holy Cards
Handmade Five Decade Rosary
Lace and Fabric Embellishments
Digital Artwork
Paint and Mixed Media Layers
Colorful Rhinestones and Crystals
Religious Ephemera
Metallic Accents
Paper and Fabric Flowers
Protective Sealant