Animal Mix of 100
Animal Mix of 100
Animal Mix of 100
Animal Mix of 100
Animal Mix of 100
Animal Mix of 100

Animal Mix of 100

MSRP $8.95  wholesale
SKU: UKP001A
In stock 500
Quantity (case of 100):

Our Story

In 1998 as an American-Peruvian team we had a crazy idea: what if we could share the best of Peruvian craftsmanship with the world and create opportunities for top artists while having fun? Don as web expert and Alessandra as visual designer brought the perfect combination of creativity and expertise to get Lucuma Designs started! Today you may find our handmade gifts in over 500 specialty and fair trade shops, museums, botanical gardens, nature centers and boutiques in North America and few other places around the world. We hope you will find them inspiring. Don & Alessandra, Co-founders

Our Mission

Lucuma Designs promotes superb artists from Peru and Costa Rica. Inspired by our love for nature, our collections come to life through collaborative design, sustainability, fine craftsmanship and authenticity.

Through fair trade, our handmade gifts and traditional folk art become tools that connect, uplift, inspire, spark change and bring hope. Together we are creating a more compassionate and beautiful world.

Lucuma Designs has been a proud member of the Fair Trade Federation since 1999 and One Percent for the Planet since 2018.

Facts

  • Spread Beauty & Cheer: because the world could always use a little more beauty, our Five Beauty Pillars guide our work.
  • Our Artists: are organized in 20 family run workshops and cooperatives throughout Peru. Find out more about our artists and craft traditions.
  • Women: Of the 300+ artists and crafters we reach, over 80% are women. Their work empowers them to have a stronger voice within their households and communities.
  • The Lucuma Fruit: “Lucuma” is a tasty Peruvian fruit, with a bright orange-yellow pulp that mirrors the vibrancy of our collections and of Peruvian Folk Art.
  • Fair Trade: in 1998, the term “Fair Trade” was unknown to us, until we discovered the "Fair Trade Federation" several months after launching. In 1999, we were thrilled to join this network of like-minded businesses doing similar work and with whom we could share and learn from our combined experience. Find out more about our Fair Trade commitment.
  • Retail Partners: Our collections reach consumers on the shelves of 500+ specialty gift shops, museums, fair trade stores, botanic gardens and nature centers, and select craft galleries and boutiques across the US and abroad. If there is not a retail shop in your area you can go to our retail site.
  • Custom Made: Working hand in hand creatively with our artist partners allows us to offer you personalized and custom made products. Our artists are usually thrilled to please and make your wishes come true, so just ask!
  • At Your Service: expect from our team personalized customer service, quick turn around, selling aids to help you tell our artists' stories, easy returns and an almost risk-free exchange policy!

Remarkably soft and full of handmade character, these exclusive 100% alpaca wool finger puppets turn a simple moment of play into something truly special. Each tiny animal is beautifully hand-knitted in Peru from one of the country’s most treasured natural fibers, creating a tactile little work of art that children will love to bring to life and thoughtful gift givers will be proud to share. More than a toy, each puppet feels like a miniature keepsake, made slowly, chosen with care and ready for years of stories.

With more than 50 animals inspired by the farm, forest, jungle, garden and beyond, the collection invites children to explore the wonderful diversity of the animal kingdom through imaginative play. Lions, elephants, giraffes, parrots, turtles, squirrels, roosters and many more become companions for storytelling, learning and endless adventures. 

Where It Fits

A beautiful addition to children’s boutiques, artisan galleries, fair trade retailers, museum stores, alpaca farms and specialty gift shops. Display them in natural baskets, wooden trays or curated storybook settings where shoppers can see the craftsmanship and experience their extraordinary softness firsthand. Their luxurious texture and intricate handmade details naturally invite customers to slow down, explore the assortment and find the animal that speaks to them. They also make memorable small gifts, travel companions, and meaningful keepsakes for animal lovers of all ages.

Handmade by Women

Each puppet is hand-knitted by women in the highlands of Peru using a traditional three-needle knitting technique passed down through generations. Working with exceptionally soft 100% alpaca wool, the knitters shape every tiny, ear, wing and tail one stitch at a time. Their handmade work preserves a remarkable textile tradition while creating sustainable livelihoods for their families.

Product Highlights

  • Handmade with 100% alpaca wool

  • Wonderfully soft natural fiber

  • Fair Trade and ethically made

  • Hand-knitted by women in Peru

  • Encourages storytelling, imaginative play and screen-free fun

  • Pocket-sized, lightweight and travel friendly

  • Recommended for children ages 3+

  • Animal assortment varies

  • Price is per finger puppet

Why Retailers Love It

Some gifts delight for a moment. Others become treasured favorites.Our alpaca finger puppets combine the charm of a collectible toy with the beauty and value of a handcrafted artisan piece. Exceptionally soft and skillfully knitted from one of Peru’s most celebrated natural fibers, each puppet creates an immediate sensory connection.

Children are drawn to their warmth and character. Adults appreciate their craftsmanship, story, and gift-worthy appeal. The result is a distinctive collection that invites collecting, inspires imaginative play, and turns a small purchase into something memorable.

Important Notice for EU Stores: These handcrafted toys are made in small batches and do not carry the CE mark. As such, they cannot be sold in regions requiring this certification.

Why Alpaca Wool

For thousands of years, alpacas have been treasured in the Andes for producing one of the world's most luxurious natural fibers. We love working with alpaca wool because it transforms every finger puppet into a joyful little keepsake, combining exceptional craftsmanship with the remarkable softness and beauty of this celebrated fiber. Each alpaca finger puppet also celebrates Peru's rich textile heritage while supporting the Andean families who have cared for these remarkable animals for generations.

Why Finger Puppets Matter

Children often find it easier to share thoughts and feelings through a character than to speak directly as themselves. A tiny puppet can become a brave explorer, a worried rabbit, a silly monkey or a caring friend, giving children a safe, playful way to imagine, communicate and connect. At home, in the classroom or in the hands of therapists and educators, finger puppets help open the door to conversation, storytelling and creative expression in a way that feels natural, comfortable and fun.

Why Fair Trade Matters

For our team at Lucuma Designs, Fair Trade is more than a business model. It's a way of life that guides our daily decisions and inspires us to keep learning and evolving.

It lives in the relationships we've built over many years with the artist partners we know personally. Together, we've grown through trust and a shared commitment to building sustainable livelihoods and a better future for their families and communities.

Fair Trade is about much more than creating jobs. Through creative collaboration and by encouraging our artist partners to continually refine their craft and excel at what they do, we've built handmade collections our clients have come to trust year after year.

Ultimately, Fair Trade reminds us that business can be a force for good when it's guided by shared values and meaningful connections.

Lucuma Designs has been a proud member of the Fair Trade Federation since 1999.