ALPACA QUITO
100% Superfine Alpaca | Aran Weight | Natural Colours | NOTE: The black yarn is dyed, as natural black Alpacas are a rarity.
There is a particular comfort in softly spun alpaca.
Grown in the high altitudes of the Peruvian Andes, superfine alpaca fibre offers exceptional warmth whilst remaining lightweight, breathable, and gentle against the skin. Naturally free of lanolin, it is especially well suited for those sensitive to sheep’s wool.
Alpaca Quito is a softly spun single-ply yarn made from 100% superfine alpaca fibre. Its airy structure allows the knitted fabric to form countless small air pockets, creating exceptional insulation whilst maintaining lightness and drape.
Smooth and silky on the needles, it moves effortlessly whilst knitting and settles into garments with a relaxed, natural flow. Its softness and buoyancy make it especially suited to warm sweaters, scarves, and garments designed for comfort and ease.
From alpaca farmer to spinning mill, the entire production takes place within Peru, supporting regional fibre traditions and local employment.
In a nutshell
Fibre: 100% superfine alpaca
Yarn type: single ply (Nm 1.2/1)
Weight: Aran weight
Length: 120m per 100 g skein
Skein weight: 100 g
Recommended needle size: 5–6 mm
Origin: Superfine alpaca from Peru 🇵🇪
Production: Spun and finished in Peru
What it is ideal for
• Warm sweaters and cardigans
• Hats, scarves, and shawls
• Winter garments
• Soft and insulating knitwear
• Seamless and draped garments
Character
This softly spun single-ply yarn creates exceptional loft and insulation whilst remaining lightweight. Superfine alpaca offers natural warmth, softness, and breathability. Free of lanolin, it is especially comfortable for sensitive skin.
Its gently spun structure allows finished garments to retain softness, warmth, and natural drape.
Care
Hand wash gently in cool water
Reshape whilst damp
Dry flat
Shade continuity
This yarn is available in a carefully selected range of natural alpaca shades. These colours reflect the natural fleece tones and require no dyeing, apart from black.
If working on a larger project, we recommend ordering sufficient yarn to complete your garment.
Colourways
Available in a range of natural alpaca shades drawn directly from the natural fleece palette.
NOTE: The black yarn is dyed, as natural black Alpacas are a rarity.
Select your colour from the dropdown menu.
