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bowling buddies
• hand felted, dyed and sewn by women artisans in Kyrgyzstan
• 100% wool felt outer shell, synthetic fill
• a set includes 3 pins and 1 ball
• pins are 8 inches tall
• ball is 3 inches in diameter
• meets or exceeds ASTM safety regulations
• suitable for ages 18 months and up
Kyrgyzstan is an economically depressed country in Central Asia. The workshop that produces our toys is dedicated to preserving the traditional craft of felt making with origins from early nomadic tribes. Since 1992 the workshop has provided vocational training to unemployed women and has worked to raise awareness and find markets for hand-felted crafts. The workshop is trying to improve the economic livelihood of women in their community by creating fair and sustainable employment opportunities. The women use locally sourced 100% natural mountain sheep wool to hand felt and hand sew our toys to our design specifications.
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great active play for children of all ages, and parents too! |
