{"product_id":"felted-alpaca-paddlefish","title":"Paddlefish","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaddlefish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFelted Alpaca Sculpture Ornament\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaddlefish are ancient creatures whose form has remained virtually unchanged for millions of years. Today, these \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.iucnredlist.org\/species\/17938\/81763841\"\u003evulnerable\u003c\/a\u003e fish face threats from habitat loss and pollution across their North American and Asian ranges. Celebrate their resilience with this handcrafted felted alpaca sculpture, created in partnership with conservation efforts. Each piece captures the paddlefish's distinctive character through meticulous needle felting in premium alpaca fiber—softer and more refined than traditional wool. Handmade by skilled artisans in Peru, every sculpture is one-of-a-kind with natural variations. Features a hanging loop for display or stands beautifully on shelves and desks. A meaningful way to support wildlife education and protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes this special:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRealistic details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - authentic features and character carefully needle felted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium alpaca fiber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - softer and more artistic than traditional wool felting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual display options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - includes hanging loop or stands beautifully on any surface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandcrafted artistry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - each piece individually created with attention to detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - stands a few inches tall, ideal for shelves, desks, or collections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach sculpture is lovingly created by skilled artisans in Arequipa, Peru, with faces sewn and detailed by hand. Due to the handcrafting process, every piece is unique with slight natural variations - making yours truly one-of-a-kind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from certified alpaca fiber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilled with 100% natural wool - no synthetic poly fill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanart exclusive - handcrafted in our studio by resident felting artists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes hanging loop for ornament display\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividually handcrafted with love\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFair Trade from Peru\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for animal lovers, collectors, or anyone who appreciates handcrafted artistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA bit of our felting history:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanart pioneered alpaca needle felting in Peru nearly 20 years ago, training a team of artisans in a craft that had traditionally only been practiced with wool. Today, every piece is still authentically handmade by those same skilled artisans—bringing originality, heritage, and genuine alpaca fiber to every little felted critter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThank you for supporting artisan craft!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lanart Alpaca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45225042313373,"sku":"4SeaPaddlefish","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/5312\/8861\/files\/Paddlefisheditadocopia3.jpg?v=1770992971","url":"https:\/\/lanartalpaca.com\/products\/felted-alpaca-paddlefish","provider":"Lanart Alpaca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}