{"product_id":"felted-alpaca-whale-shark","title":"Whale Shark","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhale Shark\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndangered Felted Alpaca Sculpture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"189\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"187\"\u003eCelebrate the ocean’s gentle giant with our handcrafted felted alpaca Whale Shark.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"463\"\u003eLovingly made by hand, this majestic creature honors one of the sea’s most awe-inspiring and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.iucnredlist.org\/species\/19488\/126673248\"\u003eendangered\u003c\/a\u003e species. Known for its calm nature and distinctive constellation-like markings, the whale shark is the largest fish in the ocean — a true marvel of evolution and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"683\"\u003eEach piece is carefully crafted by hand. Meticulous detailing highlights its unique patterns, bringing depth, movement, and wonder to this soft sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"835\"\u003ePerfect for ocean lovers, collectors, and curious minds alike, this extraordinary whale shark brings the magic and majesty of the deep into your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"840\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes this special:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\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 aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\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 aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\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 aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\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 aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\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 aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from certified alpaca fiber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilled with 100% natural wool - no synthetic poly fill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLanart exclusive - handcrafted in our studio by resident felting artists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes hanging loop for ornament display\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividually handcrafted with love\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\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\u003ch1\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e","brand":"Lanart Alpaca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45225020883101,"sku":"4SeaWhaleShark","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/5312\/8861\/files\/whale_shark.jpg?v=1754927921","url":"https:\/\/lanartalpaca.com\/products\/felted-alpaca-whale-shark","provider":"Lanart Alpaca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}