What is a Huacaya Alpaca Needle Felting Kit?

This fabulous Huacaya Alpaca Needle Felting Kit is ready for you to create! Make a soft sculpture entirely by hand! She will proudly stand at 5.5 inches tall. She is available in rich natural colors that reflect a small portion of her vast color scheme in nature. Just like the live animals, these little ones do well in herds, so order multiple kits! The custom hats are hand knit for our little friends, complete with ear holes, and are included for your kit. This Needle Felting Kit is a fun way to be creative.

• Good for beginners without experience
• Includes specialized felting needle
• Kit has certified alpaca fiber
• Fair Trade from Peru

What Is Alpaca Fiber? 

Alpaca was once considered a gift from the gods and the most important relic of Incan history. Alpacas are in the camelid family, sharing the most genetic material with the vicuña. They are one of the four South American camelids. 

The two breeds of alpacas are: the Huacaya and the Suri. The types of fiber harvested from each of these breeds are equally prized for different reasons. Fiber derived from alpacas varies in weight depending on how it is spun, making it ideal for a number of different kinds of products. Compared to sheep’s wool, alpaca fiber is considerably softer, and more durable.

About Needle Felting

Needle felting is a dry felting method typically using wool with its barbs that felt quickly and easily. However, we use alpaca for a softer and more artistic effect. Our crafters have mastered this art form and now use this media for sculptures, "paintings", and clothing embellishments.   

Fiber artists can needle felt for a few moments or for days at a time. This relaxing craft is now available to everyone. We offer both finished sculptures and needle felting kits. Please call us at 877-Alpacas (877-257-2228) or click here for more info on DIY and other felting projects.

• Certified alpaca fiber
• Kits include detailed steps and pictures for projects