"We are in an area where men are supposed to work and women to stay at home and look after their children, so when we first started Orkocraft it was difficult to get them to join us."
Orkocraft Artisan Association was founded in March of 2009 by enthusiastic women from different communities in the Orcopampa district of the Castilla province of the Arequipa department at 3800 metres... read more
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Sandra 01/10/2022
Alpaca Cardian is a Treasure!

Alexandria 04/20/2022
Just Fabulous
16 items by Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Bold Cable in Black
Cable Knit Alpaca Blend Cardigan in Black from Peru
Bold Cable in Black, Cable Knit Alpaca Blend Cardigan in Black from Peru
Size: S,M,L
Orkocraft Artisan Association
Knit from an alpaca and wool blend, this cardigan is presented by Orkocraft Artisan Association, promoting Peruvian artisan women. Featuring a solid color in black, this cardigan is decorated with a... read more$207.11CAD$187.36CADArtist: Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Ebony Boucle
Alpaca Blend Black Open Front Cardigan from Peru
Ebony Boucle, Alpaca Blend Black Open Front Cardigan from Peru
Size: S,M,L,XL
Orkocraft Artisan Association
Warm, elegant and soft, this bouclé cardigan with its wide lapels is ideal for cold weather days. Women from Orkocraft Artisan Association knit the open sweater on manual knitting machines with a... read more$245.13CAD$221.05CADArtist: Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Orcopampa Prowler
Andean Brown and Blue Alpaca Blend Men's Sweater
Orcopampa Prowler, Andean Brown and Blue Alpaca Blend Men's Sweater
Size: S
Orkocraft Artisan Association
A rich blend of luxurious alpaca wool becomes a handsome men's sweater from the Orkocraft Artisan Association. Blue contrasts with the sleek brown jersey knit to trim the sleeves and hem and form a... read more$169.09CAD$152.53CADArtist: Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Signs of the Earth
Men's Baby Alpaca Grey and White Turtleneck
Signs of the Earth, Men's Baby Alpaca Grey and White Turtleneck
Size: S,M,L,XL
Orkocraft Artisan Association
Boucle yarn in a rich alpaca wool blend becomes a trendy men's sweater from the Orkocraft Artisan Association. Soft fleece in natural tones of ivory and gray combine with beige in this handsome... read more$203.11CAD$182.97CADArtist: Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Boucle Mist
Peru Loose Fit Alpaca Blend Light Grey Boucle Cardigan
Boucle Mist, Peru Loose Fit Alpaca Blend Light Grey Boucle Cardigan
Size: S,M,L,XL
Orkocraft Artisan Association
Warm, elegant and soft, this bouclé cardigan with its wide lapels is ideal for cold weather days. Women from Orkocraft Artisan Association knit the open sweater on manual knitting machines with a... read more$251.14CAD$226.86CADArtist: Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Orcopampa Blue
Men's V-Neck Alpaca Sweater
Orcopampa Blue, Men's V-Neck Alpaca Sweater
Size: S,M,L,XL
Orkocraft Artisan Association
Braided detail at the v-neckline elevates this classic men's sweater from the ordinary. The handsome pullover is knit by the Orkocraft Artisan Association in Peru from a cozy and soft alpaca blend in... read more$168.09CAD$150.91CADArtist: Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Bold Cable in Navy
Cable Knit Alpaca Blend Cardigan in Navy from Peru
Bold Cable in Navy, Cable Knit Alpaca Blend Cardigan in Navy from Peru
Size: S,M,L,XL
Orkocraft Artisan Association
Knit from an alpaca and wool blend, this cardigan is presented by Orkocraft Artisan Association, promoting Peruvian artisan women. Featuring a solid color in navy, this cardigan is decorated with a... read more$207.11CAD$187.36CADArtist: Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Bold Cable in Navy
Cable Knit Alpaca Blend Cardigan in Navy from Peru
Bold Cable in Navy, Cable Knit Alpaca Blend Cardigan in Navy from Peru
Size: S,M
Orkocraft Artisan Association
Knit from an alpaca and wool blend, this cardigan is presented by Orkocraft Artisan Association, promoting Peruvian artisan women. Featuring a solid colour in navy, this cardigan is decorated with a... read more$207.11CAD$177.68CADArtist: Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Crimson Wonder
Alpaca Turtleneck Sweater Vest
Crimson Wonder, Alpaca Turtleneck Sweater Vest
Size: S,M,L,XL
Orkocraft Artisan Association
The women from Orkocraft Artisan Association prepare a stunning palette of colors for the design of this long sweater vest. Ranging from fiery red to vibrant orange with yellow accents, the turtleneck... read more$152.08CAD$137.54CADArtist: Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Snow Duchess
Long Loose Fit Cardigan Alpaca Knit
Snow Duchess, Long Loose Fit Cardigan Alpaca Knit
Size: M,L
Orkocraft Artisan Association
Warm, elegant and soft, this long cardigan is ideal for cold weather days. The women from Orkocraft Artisan Association knit it on manual knitting machines with a blend of baby alpaca, the fleece of... read more$232.13CAD$209.44CADArtist: Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Rose Duchess
Long Loose Fit Red Baby Alpaca Blend Cardigan
Rose Duchess, Long Loose Fit Red Baby Alpaca Blend Cardigan
Size: S,M,L,XL
Orkocraft Artisan Association
Warm, elegant and soft, this long cardigan is ideal for cold weather days. The women from Orkocraft Artisan Association knit it on manual knitting machines with a blend of baby alpaca, the fleece of... read more$238.13CAD$215.25CADArtist: Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Magenta Magnificence
Knit 100% Baby Alpaca Cardigan in Magenta from Peru
Magenta Magnificence, Knit 100% Baby Alpaca Cardigan in Magenta from Peru
Size: XL
Orkocraft Artisan Association
Knit from 100% baby alpaca wool in magenta with tan accents, this magnificent cardigan is presented by the Orkocraft Artisan Association in Peru. This long-sleeve cardigan features two open pockets on... read more$248.14CAD$224.74CADArtist: Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Chocolate Boucle
Brown Loose Fit Alpaca Blend Long Cardigan from Peru
Chocolate Boucle, Brown Loose Fit Alpaca Blend Long Cardigan from Peru
Size: S,M,XL
Orkocraft Artisan Association
Warm, elegant and soft, this bouclé cardigan with its wide lapels is ideal for cold weather days. Women from Orkocraft Artisan Association knit the open sweater on manual knitting machines with a... read more$245.13CAD$221.05CADArtist: Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Charcoal Boucle
Andean Dark Grey Alpaca Blend Open Front Cardigan
Charcoal Boucle, Andean Dark Grey Alpaca Blend Open Front Cardigan
Size: S,M,L,XL
Orkocraft Artisan Association
Warm, elegant and soft, this bouclé cardigan with its wide lapels is ideal for cold weather days. Women from Orkocraft Artisan Association knit the open sweater on manual knitting machines with a... read more$245.13CAD$221.05CADArtist: Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Chocolate Boucle
Brown Loose Fit Alpaca Blend Long Cardigan from Peru
Chocolate Boucle, Brown Loose Fit Alpaca Blend Long Cardigan from Peru
Size: L
Orkocraft Artisan Association
Warm, elegant and soft, this bouclé cardigan with its wide lapels is ideal for cold weather days. Women from Orkocraft Artisan Association knit the open sweater on manual knitting machines with a... read more$233.13CAD$162.52CADArtist: Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Charcoal Boucle
Andean Dark Grey Alpaca Blend Open Front Cardigan
Charcoal Boucle, Andean Dark Grey Alpaca Blend Open Front Cardigan
Size: XL
Orkocraft Artisan Association
Warm, elegant and soft, this bouclé cardigan with its wide lapels is ideal for cold weather days. Women from Orkocraft Artisan Association knit the open sweater on manual knitting machines with a... read more$245.13CAD$197.84CADArtist: Orkocraft Artisan Association
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Alexandria
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04/20/2022
"Just Fabulous"
Snug and warm, plus you can wrap it around yourself for an extra layer. REALLY happy.
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Adam
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01/29/2022
"An awesome gift ??"
My wife could not believe how soft this was and how well it fit… She wears it at least three times a week now! It s a new favorite item for her… Thank you so much for such a beautiful product!
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Snow Duchess, Long Loose Fit Cardigan Alpaca Knit
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- Occasion: Christmas

Sandra
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01/10/2022
"Alpaca Cardian is a Treasure!"
The ebony alpaca is a soft wool and the color is a deep cback. The boucle is thick and warm. Beautiful cardigan. Thank you, Orkocradt Artisan Association!
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Ebony Boucle, Alpaca Blend Black Open Front Cardigan from Peru
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Lynda
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01/03/2022
"Gorgeous"
I got this for my daughter for Christmas. She is 61,with burgundy red hair. It is stunning on her. Ordered a size large for sleeve length and happy I did because it fit perfectly. She was very happy with how it fit and how soft it is. It was the highlight of her Christmas and Im so happy that it pleased her so much. I know shell treasure it for years
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- every day cozy
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- Occasion: Christmas

Janet
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11/26/2021
"Didnt like it"
Nice soft sweater, but too long in body and too tight in arms. Im 55, weigh 160 pounds and ordered large. If I ordered a smaller size the arms would be even tighter, so Im returning it.
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Janet
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11/26/2021
"Did not like"
Nice soft sweater, but too long in body and too tight in arms. Im 55, weigh 160 pounds and ordered large. If I ordered a smaller size the arms would be even tighter, so Im returning it.
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