Black Loop Knit Baby Alpaca Scarf, Peru
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Soft looped yarn brings depth to black baby alpaca, its subtle stripe and fluffy fringe lending movement to an otherwise restrained palette. The dark palette lets the looped surface speak, whether the scarf is draped over a coat or opened across the shoulders. Made on a hand-operated knitting machine in Peru from 100% baby alpaca, this 77 × 24 inch unisex scarf or wrap, plus fringe, offers generous coverage across the shoulders.
Hand wash cold with mild detergent, reshape while wet, and lay flat to dry. This black loop knit comes through Allpa, whose practical support helps Peruvian weavers build businesses around their craft. This versatile scarf pairs seamlessly with the Loop Knit Alpaca Beanie and the Minimalist Alpaca Gloves, creating a complete and chic winter ensemble. Choose the comfort of its drape for your next journey or evening out.
- Material: 100% Baby alpaca
- Construction: Hand-operated knitting machine; fringe
- Pattern: Subtle stripe in loop knit
- Color: Black
- Dimensions: 77" x 24" + Fringe
- Country of Origin: Peru
- Design: Unisex scarf; can also be worn as a wrap
- Care: Hand wash cold with mild detergent. Reshape while wet and lay flat to dry.
Artisan Profile
Allpa has 80 small to midsize workshops located throughout Peru. Through their textile production, they strive to create awareness and preserve Peruvian culture. Allpa develops annual collections according to market trends and supports the growth of artisans with technical assistance, training, and loans. This transforms weavers into entrepreneurs and gives them access to the global marketplace.
In the earliest Peruvian history, you will find examples of the bond between the Incas and Alpacas. During the Inca empire, alpaca was only used by royalty because it was valued as the finest material. Alpaca is supple and smooth to the touch. It’s softer than cashmere and warmer and stronger than lamb’s wool. It contains microscopic air pockets which create lightweight clothing with excellent insulating properties. It is a completely natural fiber and there is no use of harsh chemicals in production.
The alpaca live mostly without boundaries in the Peruvian Andes' highlands and are not harmed during the shearing process. Their soft padded feet are gentle on the grass terrain and they graze without destroying the root system of the area. Alpaca is the only animal that produces up to 28 natural colors and can be blended into an infinite array of natural shades from inky black to warm chestnuts and snowy white. It is easily dyed in any color and always retains its natural luster.
Material: 100% Baby alpaca
Measurements: 77" x 24" + Fringe
Color: Black
Care: Hand wash cold with mild detergent. Reshape while wet and lay flat to dry.
Handmade with love in Peru.
Because of the hand-loomed nature of these scarves, each is one-of-a-kind and completely unique. There are slight variations in colors and patterns.
- Giving Back: A percentage of our sales is donated to the Nature Conservancy.
