{"product_id":"felted-alpaca-macaw","title":"Macaw","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMacaw Felted Alpaca Sculpture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOur Macaw Sculpture is part of o\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eur collection of Aves. These warm-blooded vertebrates are characterized by feathers, toothless beaked jaws, laying eggs, and a strong lightweight skeleton. Our vast collection is just a drop in the plentiful bucket of the most living species on earth. W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ee seek to capture these spectacular creatures in alpaca fiber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e with special attention to shape, markings, and colors. Our expert needle felters have years of expertise in this craft. Due to the hand crafting process, each piece is original with slight variations.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe finish each one with a loop for hanging or it can perch where you like. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Is Alpaca Fiber? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlpaca was once considered a gift from the gods and the most important relic of Incan history. Alpacas are in the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/aia.org.pe\/en\/home-aia\/\"\u003ecamelid\u003c\/a\u003e family, sharing the most genetic material with the vicuña. They are one of the four South American camelids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Needle Felting? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeedle felting is a dry felting method typically using wool with its barbs that felt quickly. 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.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiber 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade using certified alpaca fiber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural colors and marking are emulated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtistically handcrafted in-house by our experts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKits include detailed steps and pictures for projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished products are always Fair Trade from Peru\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Lanart Alpaca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45225022980253,"sku":"4WingMacaw","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/5312\/8861\/files\/macaw.jpg?v=1754927891","url":"https:\/\/lanartalpaca.com\/products\/felted-alpaca-macaw","provider":"Lanart Alpaca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}