Rehoming
Shellfolk are not owned in the usual sense. They are cared for, shared, and sometimes, when the time is right, passed on.
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Rehoming, or readoption, is a natural and respected part of the Shellfolk family. Circumstances change. Homes change. People change. When a Shellfolk needs to move on, it does so with intention, kindness, and continuity.
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There is no judgement in rehoming a Shellfolk. Returning one, or helping it find a new home, is considered an act of care.
When a Shellfolk is ready for readoption, there are two supported pathways.
Returning to the Shellfolk family
A Shellfolk may be returned to the family to be cared for until a new home is found. This ensures its story remains connected to the wider Shellfolk lineage and allows for gentle rehoming at the right time.
Rehoming directly with another guardian
Some guardians choose to rehome their Shellfolk directly with another person who shares the values of care, respect, and storytelling. These arrangements are made by the humans involved, with support and guidance if needed.
In both cases, the Shellfolk’s story and place in the family continue.
Listing a Shellfolk for rehoming
Shellfolk that are seeking a new home may be listed as “Seeking Rehoming” on the site. These listings are not sales listings.
They exist to:
• Let the community know a Shellfolk is ready to move on
• Honour the Shellfolk’s ongoing story
• Allow gentle connections to be made
Listings may include a general location such as city or region, but never precise addresses.
How to begin rehoming
If you are a current guardian and feel it is time for your Shellfolk to move on, you are welcome to contact the family to talk through next steps. You don't need a reason.
The Shellfolk register
Each Shellfolk remains part of the family record, even when it changes homes. Rehoming doesn't erase a Shellfolk’s history, it adds to it. The register exists to honour continuity. When a Shellfolk moves on, it does not stop belonging, it simply continues its story somewhere new.
Available for Rehoming
Ebbart
Shellfolk No 032
Perth, W.A.
Coral Jack
Shellfolk No 026
Perth, W.A.
A note on care, responsibility, and practicalities
Shellfolk are handmade pieces and, like all handmade things, they carry the marks of time, handling, and life. Small changes, wear, or imperfections are part of their story.
Each guardian is responsible for the care of their Shellfolk while it is in their keeping. Any wear, damage, or changes that occur during that time are considered part of its lived history.
When a Shellfolk is rehomed, it is passed on in its current condition. The Shellfolk family cannot assess, guarantee, or restore condition as part of the rehoming process.
Any costs associated with rehoming, including postage, transport, packaging, or insurance, are the responsibility of the humans involved in the transfer.
If a Shellfolk is returned to the family, arrangements for delivery and associated costs are discussed and agreed upon before transfer.
Rehoming agreements made directly between guardians are private arrangements. The Shellfolk family does not act as a broker, escrow, or mediator of disputes, and cannot be responsible for outcomes of private exchanges.
The Shellfolk family’s role is to:
• Maintain the register and story continuity
• Provide guidance on values and process
• Support respectful rehoming conversations
The family does not:
• Set prices or handle payments
• Guarantee condition or delivery
• Assume responsibility once a Shellfolk has left their care
Rehoming is built on trust, care, and clear communication between people. By participating in readoption, all parties acknowledge that Shellfolk are shared stories, not commercial goods, and that responsibility rests with the humans involved.