Monthly Archives: October 2015

About Alpaca

 

Alpaca Yarn: Valuable & Respected Fiber

Kraemer Yarns Alpaca

Did you know that Alpacas have been bred for fiber for thousands of years? The imperial Incas clothed themselves in garments woven from alpaca and many of their religious ceremonies involved the animal. The number of alpacas they owned was a measurement of wealth! Today’s fiber artists, knitters and crocheters need only to look to Kraemer Yarns’ Alpaca Handknitting yarns for an affordable luxury to use in their projects.

Alpaca Yarn Characteristics

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Kraemer Yarns’ Alpaca Handknitting yarn, available in DK and chunky weights, still has the soft luxury of alpaca with the added stability of merino wool. The Alpaca fiber comes from the North American Alpaca Co-op and the yarn has a smooth, buttery feel. Garments knit from this yarn will be soft, cozy, and warm.  Have you added this yarn to your Ravelry stash yet? Join us in the Kraemer Yarns Ravelry group to share your projects and plans for your Alpaca Handknitting yarn!

 

Alpaca Pattern and Project Inspiration

Kraemer Yarn Alpaca Patterns

If you are looking to craft for yourself or for a gift in the upcoming holiday season, Kraemer Yarns has a variety of free patterns ready for you! Shown above, clockwise from top right: Alpaca 3 button Shawl, Cafe Stole, Chunky Fingerless Mitts, Horizontal Cable Hat, Aran-Inspired Vest, and Cafe Cowl. From accessories to garments, the catalog includes options for all skill levels. For even more pattern and project inspiration, check out our Pinterest boards, or feel free to share your #kraemeryarns projects on Instagram and Facebook!