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Deer - Organic Cotton Finger Puppet

UKP119B
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A quiet glimpse of a deer between the trees can feel almost magical. This gentle Deer Finger Puppet brings that peaceful moment of woodland wonder into the palm of a child's hand. A walk through the woods is full of little discoveries. Inspired by the animals that live among the trees, these charming Forest Finger Puppets invite children to explore, observe, and imagine the wild world around them. Hand-knitted by women artisans in Peru using 100% organic cotton yarn, each puppet encourages storytelling, nature-inspired adventures, and creative, screen-free play.

Perfect for woodland walks, camping trips, story time, classroom activities, or simply sparking curiosity about the animals that share our forests. Their pocket-sized shape makes them easy to take along on outdoor adventures and delightful for children to collect.

A natural fit for nature centers, museum gift shops, bookstores, toy stores, outdoor retailers, and children’s boutiques.

Recommended for children ages 3+. Colors and handmade details may vary slightly, making each puppet unique. Price is per finger puppet.

Important Notice for EU Stores: These handcrafted toys are made in small batches and do not carry the CE mark. They should not be sold in regions where CE certification is required.

 

Meet the Women Knitters

In the Andes of Peru, near the shores of Lake Titicaca, knitting is a tradition passed down through generations. Mothers have long knitted warm clothing and small toys for their children.

Today, women artisans hand-knit each tiny finger puppet using a traditional three-needle technique. Their exceptional craftsmanship provides flexible work they can do from home while caring for their families.

No two hands knit quite the same way. Each woman knitter brings her own skill, creativity, and personal touch, making every playful puppet unique while carrying forward a treasured knitting tradition.

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.