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Alpaca Blend Ruana in Solid Midnight from Peru, "Warm Woman in Midnight"

To keep you warm during the cold months, this feminine ruana is designed by... more

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To keep you warm during the cold months, this feminine ruana is designed by Celinda Jaco of Peru. She weaves the ruana of a soft alpaca blend, completed at the edges with hand crochet work. This accessory features a solid color in midnight.

  • 0.60 kgs
  • 1.3 lbs
  • Garment Measurements
  • 76 cm L x 130 cm W
  • 30" L x 51" W

  • 50% alpaca, 45% acrylic, 5% wool
  • Dry cleaning recommended
  • Textile softness: Soft -- this item has been made with natural fibers that are soft to the touch
  • Dry clean or hand wash in cold water
  • Made in Peru.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Peruicon info
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Susan

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10/10/2021

"Elegant and warm"

Looks good casual, or dressy. Versatile, soft and warm

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Warm Woman in Midnight, Alpaca Blend Ruana in Solid Midnight from Peru

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Donna

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01/05/2023

"Alpaca blend hooded ruana cape"

Love the pockets, front buttons, warm, beautiful artistry. Perfect for wearing over tops that have non-traditional sleeves. Drapes beautifully! Love this piece, it was worth waiting for!

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Sharon

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11/04/2022

"Perfect for my winter wardrobe"

So stylish for casual or evening wear. Perfect for those chilly days . Material is soft to the touch.

Purchased Item:

Lima Glam, Button-down Cloak in Chocolate Brown from Peru

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Margaret

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10/24/2022

"Perfect for cool weather"

I love this! I am a larger woman and it drapes well. I have received many complements. I like the neckline details.

Purchased Item:

Elegant Red, Red Alpaca Blend Ruana Cloak with Crochet Trim

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Martha

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08/23/2022

"My son LOVES this poncho!"

Thank you so much for the beautiful poncho. My son is from Guatemala but has Incan heritage so this has very special meaning to him.

Best Uses

  • Cold winter nights

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Gift Occasion:
  • This was a gift for: Son
  • Occasion: Christmas

Jonathan

From Vinton, VA US

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08/13/2022

"Great gift"

Wonderful quality!

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Empowering Women

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Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

Celinda uses traditional materials to create her contemporary clothing. Her designs are often based on Andean styles such as ponchos and ruanas, her garments are machine knit and finished by hand. From her early teens, Celinda was obsessed with textiles and began to learn tailoring, knitting, crochet, toy-making and appliqué. Many of these crafts were taught to her by her family. Today, she enjoys passing her skills on to the next generation. She encourages university students who are curious about the textile arts to visit her workshop and "practice."

Moving On Up

Moving On Up

Celinda has a natural entrepreneurial spirit. She attempted many things before finding her own workshop. Dedicated to preserving Peruvian textile traditions, she trains her own workers and informally teaches university students who have an open invitation to visit her workshop and learn about the textile arts. She is an asset to her community.

Profound Impact

Profound Impact

Celinda, her husband and her grandson are all supported through her Novica sales. These sales are steady, enabling her to pay her employees, her workshop bills and other living expenses.

Job Creator

Job Creator

Celinda hires as many university students as possible. It is her way of ensuring that someone will not have to give up their studies because they cannot afford to continue.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Celinda is proud to be able to pay for the education of one of her grandsons.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

This artist supports children under the age of 18.

 
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