ZIFFA, the Nubian giraffe Carapau

Ziffa, the Nubian giraffe, ever so statuesque with his elegant neck and long legs. Embroidered markings and its ears and tail make for fun details your child can explore. 

• Handmade in Portugal
• HxW: 50 x 40 cm
• 100% wool 
• With every animal purchased Carapau donate 3% to wildlife conservation organisations

The Nubian giraffe is Critically Endangered and the tallest of all giraffes, considered to be the tallest land animal on the Earth.

Handmade in burel, an artisanal fabric, so there may be minor variations in color and shape. Fabric made from 100% pure wool, traditionally used by shepherds from the top of the mountains, burel was born in the heart of Serra da Estrela and today is supported by the creativity of the best Portuguese designers.

The linen is hand-printed in-house with manual screen print. Their inks do not contain ozone-depleting chemicals such as CFCs and HCFCs, aromatic hydrocarbons, or any volatile solvents.

Burel is a traditional Portuguese artisanal fabric that is 100% wool. It is one of the most resistant fabrics in the world. It is a strong, tight, wear-resistant, water-repellent, and fire-retardant fabric. These characteristics come from the way in which it is made: the wool is washed, spun, and woven into a fabric. Then it is pounded and scalded with very hot water, making it more compact and resistant. Burel was originally created by the highland people to protect themselves from the rain, snow, and cold winds of the mountains used to make cloaks and other cloths, mainly workwear for farmers and shepherds. It is an eco-friendly product without harmful chemicals.

Care:
Hand wash with warm water