Bring a little color and Andean craftsmanship to your next creative project with this beautiful Dyed Handspun Alpaca Yarn by Awamaki! Made from 100% Peruvian alpaca fiber, each skein is carefully spun by hand using a traditional Andean spinning tool called a puska. Naturally soft, warm, and beautifully textured, this versatile yarn is hand-dyed using natural ingredients like eucalyptus leaves and cochineal. Available in three lovely, nature-inspired shades, it's perfect for knitting cozy sweaters, scarves, hats, or something uniquely your own! Available in colors Thyme, Heather, and Carnation
Fair Trade
100% Peruvian alpaca fiber with natural dyes
Approx. 140 yards
Handspun and hand-dyed in Peru
ORIGIN: Awamaki is a community-driven nonprofit social enterprise working closely with Quechua artisans in Peru's Sacred Valley. Each skein is handspun using the traditional puska, an ancestral Andean spinning tool dating back to pre-Inca times. The yarn is then colored using natural dyes, preserving generations of textile knowledge and celebrating the artistry of handmade craftsmanship.
WHY BUY: Your purchase supports women-led artisan cooperatives in Peru and helps preserve traditional Andean textile craftsmanship. Made from 100% alpaca fiber and colored with natural dyes, this soft, warm, and breathable yarn is a beautiful choice for all kinds of knitting projects. With its rich colors and unique handspun texture, every skein brings a meaningful handmade touch to your creations.