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100% Alpaca Crocheted Shawl in Blue from Peru, "Breezy Skies in Blue"
Elegant kite-shaped patterns are crocheted of soft baby alpaca wool to create the body of this magnificent shawl from the Andean highlands. Designed by Peru's Alfredo Falcon, the blue wrap is lightweight, yet cozy. Baby alpaca refers to the fine fleece from the season's first shearing.
- 0.13 kgs
- 0.3 lbs
- 180 cm L x 50 cm W
- 71" L x 19.75" W
- 100% alpaca
- Dry clean or hand wash in cold water
- Textile softness: Soft -- this item has been made with natural fibers that are soft to the touch
- Dry cleaning recommended
- Made in Peru.
- Certified and shipped by our office in the Andes
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- Free Gift Wrap? Yes
- Premium Gift Wrap? Yes
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Patricia
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08/05/2022
"Soft!"
This shawl is super soft and beautifully made. Gracias, señor Alfredo.
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Kathy
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03/14/2020
"So soft"
The quality of this scarf is amazing
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Michelle
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03/12/2020
"Perfect for Chilly Weather"
Beautiful scarf, and wool is perfect weight to keep warm in chilly weather.
Best Uses
- Pretty much everything; combines easily
- Dress up or dress down
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AJBINUSA
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08/02/2022
"Great gloves"
We have so many pairs of gloves, but we love these! We were not sure how they would be but after receiving them, we are very happy we ordered them.
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Lush Grey, Alpaca Wool Gloves from Peru
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Linda
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07/31/2022
"Lovely Ruana"
Id been looking at this for 2 yrs and finally decided to indulge myself. Am so glad I did. Its beautiful - I receive compliments every time I wear it.
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Piura Flora, Hand Made Women's Alpaca Wool Blend Ruana Cloak
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Maureen
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07/30/2022
"Beautiful autumnal poncho ????"
This is a beautiful autumnal poncho…..color is rich cinnamon/brown and feels soft and warm. Excellent product and pleased I purchased this
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Alfredo's sales have more than tripled since he started with Novica. He began with a few assistants and now has grown to employ full-time employees and several other women who help fulfill his orders. Many of the women who work for him are able to provide essentials for their homes like mattresses, refrigerators, and other appliances.
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Alfredo Falcon has received 3 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $2550 and the most recent for $2850. Proceeds were used to stock up on the alpaca wool he uses in his apparel and accessories.
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