Wish List: Crochet Alpaca Butterflies

Everyone loves the beauty and simplicity of butterfly wings. It is only natural to want something so gorgeous as a decorating element in one's house. But dead, formaldehyde-infused insects on my walls? No thanks.

That's why I instantly fell in love with these crochet butterflies from Oeuf NYC.


Not only are they detailed and beautiful, but they are hand-made by indigenous women in Bolivia and fair-trade sold to help their children go to school. Even better!

They are a little pricey for my normal shopping range, but maybe someday I'll get them as a present. If not, I can just admire them from a distance.

Faux-nature at its best!