Andean Crochet Alpaca Scarf

Wrap yourself in timeless elegance with the Andean Crochet Alpaca Scarf crafted from the finest Andean alpaca fibers. Soft, lightweight, and exceptionally warm, this scarf is designed to bring effortless sophistication to cool-weather days. The generously long knit scarf drapes beautifully, offering versatile styling from a cozy wrap to a refined layered accent. Matching fingerless gloves complete the look. Alpaca fiber is considered by the fashion industry to be one of the greenest, most natural and softest fibers in the world. It is prized for its unique silky feel and has a lesser tendency to pilling. This scarf is made on a hand knitting machine by a weaving collective in Peru. Material: 100% Alpaca Measurements: 74" x 10" Color: Nude beige Handmade with love in Peru Care: Hand wash cold with mild detergent. Reshape while wet and lay flat to dry. 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. 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 alpaca. 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 is softer than cashmere and warmer and stronger than lamb's wool. The alpaca live mostly without any boundaries in the highlands of the Peruvian Andes 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.