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Alpaca

Warmer than wool, with heavy drape and a soft halo — luxurious but structurally lazy.

Difficulty
Intermediate
Category
Fibers

Definition

Alpaca fibre is hollow-cored, giving high warmth for its weight, with little of wool's crimp or elasticity.

Overview

The lack of crimp means alpaca grows and drapes rather than springing back, so it flatters shawls and hurts fitted garments.

Blended with wool it keeps the softness while regaining some memory.

Characteristics

  • Very warm
  • Heavy drape
  • Low elasticity
  • Soft halo

Typical uses

  • Shawls and wraps
  • Scarves
  • Loose cardigans
  • Blankets
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