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About Alpaca
Alpaca was treasured by the Inca
royalty. When the Incan civilization ended, the llama and alpaca
populations diminished. South America has revitalized the population
and now allows alpacas to be exported.
Alpaca fiber is stronger and
warmer than wool, yet lighter. It comes in over 20 natural shades
and is soft as cashmere. It has a high lustre and takes dye
well. Alpaca is popular for use in sweaters or clothing as it
does not have the itchiness of wool.
Alpaca fiber can be processed
easily as there are no guard hairs and doesn't contain lanolin.
It can be used alone or blended with wool, silk or cotton.
There are 2 types of alpacas
and can be identified by their fiber characteristics. The Huacaya
fiber is crimpy and quite dense. The Suri fiber is straighter
and more lustrous.
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Gloves, Hats and Accessories
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Wool Gloves - $11.50 |
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Alpaca
Chullo Hat Patterned - $12.50 |
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100%
Alpaca wool
Colors: Grey Patterned, White Patterned, Black, Grey
or Beige (shown)
One size fits all
Handmade in Peru
Code: LL1001
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Chullo
hat - Rustic design
100% Alpaca wool (Double Knit)
Colors: Camel/White/Brown/Gray
One size fits all
Made in Peru
Code: LL1204-3
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| Alpaca
Wool Scarf - $21 |
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Alpaca
Wool Socks - $12.50 |
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100%
Alpaca wool
Colors: Dark Brown, Brown
One size fits all
Hand made in Peru
Code: LL1602
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100%
Alpaca wool
Colors: Dark Brown/Patterned, Beige/Patterned, Dark Brown,
Beige or Cream
One size fits all - leg measure 15"
Hand made in Peru |
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| Alpaca
Chullo Hat Plain - $12.50 |
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Chullo
hat - Rustic
100% Alpaca wool
Colors: Beige
One size fits all
Hand made in Peru
Code: LL1202-2 |
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