Erstwilder “Lesson Learned ” Brooch – Pete Cromer Fairy Tales Collection (2026)

A charming and increasingly hard-to-find design from the sold-out Erstwilder x Pete Cromer Fairy Tales Part 2 collection.

Inspired by the timeless fable The Tortoise and the Hare, this beautifully detailed brooch celebrates the wisdom of patience and perseverance. Crafted from layered resplendent resins, the design features a confident hare leaping over a determined tortoise, brought to life through Pete Cromer’s unmistakable use of colour, warmth and storytelling.

Originally released as a limited-run design, the Lesson Learned Brooch has now sold out, making it a desirable addition for collectors of Erstwilder, Pete Cromer collaborations and fairy tale-inspired wearable art.

Features

• Sold-out collector’s design
• Erstwilder x Pete Cromer collaboration
• Inspired by The Tortoise and the Hare
• Hand-assembled layered resin construction
• Printed detailing throughout
• Presented in original Fairy Tales storybook box
• Designed in Melbourne
• Approx. 54mm x 65mm
• Secure brooch clasp

Condition

New in original box.

Description

Slow and steady wins the race. This delightful design reimagines one of the world’s most beloved fables through Pete Cromer’s playful artistic style. Featuring a determined tortoise and an overconfident hare, it serves as a colourful reminder that persistence often triumphs over speed.