Alpaca 101

Did you know that alpacas were first imported from Peru, Bolivia, and Chile to the United States in 1983? White and near-white alpacas of high quality will continue to be in great demand due to their superior genetic structure and worldwide favor. Colored alpacas continue to grow due to their precious beauty and the demand for non-dyed natural fabrics by health-conscious Americans.

Alpaca fleece, also known as specialty fibers, are “stronger than mohair . . .” “finer than cashmere . . .” “smoother than silk . . .” “softer than cotton . . .” “warmer than goose down or the new synthetic fabrics like Gortex,” and “breathes better than thermal knits.”

Alpaca fiber is used for making knitted and woven items, such as blankets, sweaters, hats, gloves, scarves, a wide variety of textiles, sweaters, socks, coats, and bedding. Alpaca clothing is very healthy and comfortable to wear. Alpaca garments are both hypoallergenic and luxuriously soft due to the absence of lanolin and other oils in the fleece.

I hope that you will find many interesting and quality alpaca products useful to you, your family, and friends. Please feel free to email me for your inquiry.

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