Donkey - Bright Organic Cotton Finger Puppet

Donkey Finger Puppet in Organic Cotton

Sale price$8.75 USD
SKU: UKP078B
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Patient, dependable and quietly determined, this Donkey Finger Puppet makes a loyal companion for stories about friendship, hard work and journeys worth taking. These charming organic cotton finger puppets turn favorite farm animals into tiny storytelling companions for creative open ended play. Hand-knitted by women artisans in Peru using 100% organic cotton yarn, each puppet has its own handmade character and personality. 

Children can make animal sounds, invent silly farm adventures, act out favorite stories, or create entirely new ones of their own. Perfect for curious kids who love animals, pretend play, storytelling, and making up little worlds. 

Their pocket-sized shape makes them easy to tuck into a backpack, travel bag, party favor, stocking, or Easter basket. And they’re just the right size for small hands and big imaginations. 

Collect a few farm animals to create your own farmyard cast. They’re wonderful for birthdays, classroom play, road trips, screen-free time, quiet-time activities, or simply as a sweet little surprise. Recommended for ages 3+. Colors and handmade details may vary slightly, making each puppet unique. Price is per finger puppet.

Important Notice for EU Shoppers: 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.

Why We Choose Organic Cotton

We believe toys should bring joy to children while leaving a lighter footprint on the Earth. That’s why we choose organic cotton yarn. It’s one of the best solutions we’ve found for making natural toys while supporting farming practices that are gentler on nature.

Organic farming helps reduce reliance on synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, while supporting healthier soils, biodiversity, and cleaner waterways. That can make a difference not only for the land, but also for the farming communities and ecosystems connected to it.

From the farmers who grow the cotton, to the women who knit each finger puppet, to the children who bring them to life through play, organic cotton is a choice we can feel good about.

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.

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.