Rosanna Parjona Antonio

We met Rosanna Parjona Antonio in March 2000.

Rosanna has her own workshop near Lima, Peru. She and her staff of 3 make the stuffed vicunas we sell.

They start with local sheepskin, which they wash in the river and stretch. Then they cut out the pieces and sew them together, leaving the belly open. Next they start stuffing it with wool from sheep, alpaca or vicuna. They add pieces of wire for stiffness and shaping in the head, neck and legs, then finish stuffing and sew up the belly.

Next they shear and comb the wool for a smooth finish. Then they add the ears and eyes, attaching them through slits in the leather and sewing them fast. Finally, they apply vegetable dye color with a paintbrush.

The group usually makes 40 vicunas a day. The income they earn is vital to providing for their families.

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