TYPES OF YARNS

LEARN ABOUT ALPACA

Barbery Knits carefully chooses the highest quality of Bolivian ALPACA NATURAL FIBER for all handmade creations. This prestigious yarn is known and cherished worldwide. With the proper care, it promises to become a family heirloom and a keepsake type of gift.

LACK OF LANOLIN: Alpaca natural fiber is warmer and softer than wool and has no lanolin. The lack of lanolin makes it naturally hypoallergenic.  Lanolin is an oil generated by sheep that can cause sensitivity in people.

ALPACA RANCHING IS 100% NATURAL: No harsh chemicals are needed to process alpaca fiber, making alpaca ranching 100% natural and safe for the environment.

Alpaca Washing Instructions

Caring for your Alpaca Winter Accessory

Storage

Choose a dry place to fold your alpaca garment gently and carefully. Do not hang — This can stretch your garment instantly. We don’t recommend plastic bags to avoid moisture. Some natural helpers to repel common bugs are cedar chips and lavender bunches. Little secret: Find a quality paper box (with nice thickness) every off-season to store your alpaca piece. This will provide extra protection.

Ironing

If you wish to iron, gently and quickly (no vapor). Little secret: Place a towel on top of garment for extra protection.

We specialize in the following yarns:

Handmade specifically for women and men with an environmentally-minded style.
When only the most luxurious natural fiber will do. Suited for the coldest weather, ideal for snow.
A perfect blend to enjoy the benefits of PURE ALPACA NATURAL FIBER in a more casual and affordable way.