Frances Baby Alpaca Scarf – Charcoal | Handwoven

Description

The Frances Baby Alpaca Scarf in Charcoal from French Home Shop is a perfect accessory for layering on cold evenings and can be worn by anyone in multiple ways. Alpaca fiber is considered by the fashion industry to be one of the greenest, most natural and softest fibers in the world. It is prized for its unique silky and luxurious feel and has a lesser tendency to pilling.

The Alpaca fiber used to create Frances comes from small artisanal farmers in the Peruvian highlands who work by traditional farming methods and a watchful eye on sustainability.

Material: 100% Baby Alpaca

Size: 72″ long x 16″ wide + Fringe

Colors: Charcoal Gray + Snow White contrast edging

Care: 

• Hand wash in cold water with mild detergent
• Reshape while wet and lay flat to dry

As with all handcrafted goods, slight variations make each piece a work of art and truly one of a kind.

Source:

• Peruvian Andes Highlands
• The knowledge and craftsmanship of spinning and knitting has been passed down from generation to generation among communities in this region, resulting in the rich, diverse textile heritage of Peru.
• New patterns are combined with traditional methods, giving an innovative touch without losing the ethical heritage.
• The Alpaca live mostly without any boundaries in this region and are not harmed during the shearing process.
• Alpaca is the only animal that produces up to 28 natural colors and can be blended into an infinite array of natural shades from inky black to warm chestnuts and snowy white. It is easily dyed in any color and always retains its natural luster.
• Alpaca is supple and smooth to the touch; because of its featherweight, it’s ultra-light.
• Alpaca is softer than cashmere and warmer and stronger than lamb’s wool. It contains microscopic air pockets which create lightweight clothing with excellent insulating properties. It is a completely natural fiber, and no harsh chemicals are used in production.

Ships free to contiguous USA. Processing lead time is 2-3 business days, and shipping is 4-7 business days.

Return and refund policy is 15 days from delivery date of order.