Handmade Pink Alpaca Fur Unicorn: 12” Soft Huacaya Plush
Inspired Peru
Experience the world’s softest legend. Our Alpaca Fur Unicorn is more than a plush; it is a tactile treasure handcrafted by master artisans in the Peruvian Andes. Utilizing the dense, cloud-like texture of Huacaya alpaca fiber, this unicorn offers a sensory experience that synthetic materials cannot match.
Why "Huacaya" makes the perfect Unicorn
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Natural Volume: The "crimp" of Huacaya fiber creates a lush, voluminous mane and body that holds its shape through a lifetime of hugs.
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Hypoallergenic Safety: Naturally lanolin-free and dust-resistant, our unicorns are the premier choice for infants and children with sensitive skin.
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The Golden Horn: Every unicorn features a meticulously stitched, shimmering horn, standing as a symbol of the artisan’s attention to detail.
Heirloom Quality: Secured Glass Eyes
Unlike mass-market toys with plastic parts, our Unicorn features authentic glass eyes. These are permanently anchored using a reinforced artisan technique, ensuring they will not come out while providing a soulful, lifelike expression.
Technical Specifications
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Height: 12 inches (30 cm) approx.
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Material: 100% Real Huacaya Alpaca Fur (Ethical Byproduct).
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Eyes: Permanently Secured Artisan Glass Eyes.
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Attributes: Hypoallergenic, Cruelty-Free, Hand-Finished.
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Origin: Handmade in Cusco, Peru.
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INSPIRED PERU
Inspired Peru is an artisan cooperative consisting of 35 artisans; the majority are widows and heads of household from indigenous communities in the Peruvian highlands. Ethically sourced, local alpaca wool is used to craft products, such as stuffed animals and accessories, that celebrate the artisans’ ancestral and cultural heritage. The artisans generally work from the comfort of their home; however, they have access to a communal workshop in the city of Lima. At Inspired Peru, artisans are empowered to transmit their traditional skills to future generations while expanding their business and leadership skills. Artisans have access to skill development programs through Inspired Peru. We are proud to partner with artisans at Inspired Peru.
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THE TECHNIQUE
On average, six to eight artisans collaborate on the production of these stuffed animals. It takes about five days to craft each of these adorable, hypoallergenic stuffed animals. The process begins with artisans shaping molds and carefully sewing the body. Each animal’s face is separately constructed, giving each piece a very realistic flair. After carefully shaving the alpaca, the hair is washed and sun-dried for one to two days. Depending on the item, the artisans may dye the alpaca hair using vibrant colors. Dying involves additional hand-wash cycles to reach the desired color. Molds are separately made using flexible cardboard. Artisans carefully hand-glue the washed alpaca hair to the mold. Once dried, the hair is thoroughly hand-combed to reach its staple softness. No animal cruelty is involved in the sourcing of the alpaca hair.