Amigurumi Workshop in Nuñoa, Peru
Four days, one workshop, and a herd of alpacas and llamas made entirely from natural fibers
Returning to Nuñoa
Last winter, between December and January, Yupaychay returned to Peru to reconnect with the families, and to create something new together. What began as an idea quickly became a shared experience that was as challenging as it was enriching. ✨
Over the course of four full days, we organized an amigurumi workshop with a group of local artisans. Each morning began long before the sessions themselves. Some of the women travelled from distant villages, making their way by truck or motorbike, often on unpaved roads, through intense sun or sudden rain. Many brought their children along, turning the workshop into a lively, intergenerational space. We didn’t sit around tables, instead, we gathered on the floor, working side by side for hours, fully immersed in the slow and careful process of crocheting. 🌄
The workshop in numbers
✅ 4 full days of hands-on crocheting
✅ A group of local artisans, working in Spanish and Quechua
✅ 100% natural alpaca and llama fiber, locally sourced
Learning beyond words
Communication was not always straightforward. While some participants spoke Spanish, others spoke only Quechua, the local language. This meant that learning went far beyond words. It required creativity, and a willingness to understand each other in new ways. Gestures, demonstrations, and shared laughter became just as important as written instructions. In many ways, this made the experience even more meaningful. 🤝
The workshop itself was both demanding and rewarding. Amigurumi, especially at the level of detail we aimed for, requires precision, consistency, and perseverance. For many of the artisans, this was a completely new technique. There were moments of difficulty, of starting over, of untangling threads... 🧶
No two pieces are the same
By the end of the fourth day, the results were remarkable. Each participant had created beautifully handcrafted alpaca and llama amigurumi. What makes these pieces truly special is not only the skill behind them, but also the materials: every figure is made entirely from natural fibers. The wool comes from alpacas and llamas, locally sourced, and in some cases even spun by the artisans themselves. For stuffing, raw alpaca or llama wool was used, making each creation completely natural and deeply connected to its origin. No two pieces are the same: each one carries the personality, technique, and story of the person who made it. 🦙🌿
Today, these unique amigurumis are part of an ongoing journey. They are now available through our network, and every piece sold contributes directly to the continuation of our work. The proceeds will help support the next project we are already preparing for our upcoming visit to Peru. 🌍💛
Looking back, this experience is a reminder that even the smallest handmade object can carry a much larger story. ✨
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