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COMING SOON! Shroom Friends: Felted Mushrooms

COMING SOON! Shroom Friends: Felted Mushrooms

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Get ready to meet the newest member of the trio, Blind Mouse! This little fella is rocking his cane and strutting his stuff. Handmade with care, his glasses and suit are full of charming details. He's finished with a loop to hang or stand proudly on a shelf. Start your collection today. And since each piece is handcrafted, no two are exactly alike.

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, flat art, 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. Please call us at 877-Alpacas (877-257-2227) for more information.

  • Made using certified alpaca fiber
  • Natural colors and marking are emulated
  • Artistically handcrafted in-house by our experts
  • Finished products are always Fair Trade from Peru

 

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