Heather Prime Alpaca

Heather Prime Alpaca is hypoallergenic, lanolin-free, water and fire resistant, Alpaca is the ultimate fiber for the discriminating knitter or weaver. Galler Yarns Heather Prime Alpaca is Oeko Tex 100 Certified, which means our yarns have passed the highest standard and are suitable for direct contact with even the most sensitive skin. 100% superfine alpaca 660 yd / 603 m (approx 8 oz / 227 g)  DK (#3) – 5.5 st / inch (2.54 cm)   4 mm / US #6Made in Peru  Hand wash gently in cool water. Lay flat to dry. Galler Yarns obtains its heather prime alpaca solely through a private international enterprise in Peru whose focus is the sustainable development of alpaca raising. It seeks to generate benefits for all those involved in the alpaca production chain, and especially for the thousands of rural families who make a living from this resource in the harsh conditions of the Peruvian highlands.  You can be proud that you are buying alpaca from a source that values the ecology, generously assists the community, and is committed to the advancement of the alpaca breed in Peru and beyond. photo credit: Galler Yarns