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Alpaca Wool Patterned Shawl, "Huancayo Blues"
Weaving on a traditional loom, Wilmer Vilchez creates a warm cozy shawl for those cold weather days. He selects a rich blue spectrum as he weaves the shawl of baby alpaca, the wool obtained from the season's first shear and noted for its fine soft fleece.
- 0.20 kgs
- 0.4 lbs
- 190 cm L x 68 cm W
- 75" L x 27" W
- 100% alpaca
- Dry clean only
- Textile softness: Soft -- this item has been made with natural fibers that are soft to the touch
- Made in Peru.
- Certified and shipped by our office in the Andes
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Linda
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06/16/2016
"loved it but unable to wear due to gragrance scent"
This was exactly what I wantedboth gorgeous and also warmer than the silk or lightweght wool ones. I was SO disappointed I had to return it because it smelled of fragrance/perfume, to which I am highly allergic. I called Novica to inquire about this, and they contacted the artisan group who confirmed that they use a scented fabric softener in the finishing process. This is very unfortunatle because there are many people who are allergic or intolerant health-wise of fragrances (not to mention that many people simply dont like the scents). I hope the artists will reconsider and not use them. A bit of vinegar works just as well as a nautral fabric softener and leaves no scented residue. This is the reason for only 4 stars. I couldnt bear to knock off any more stars since its beautiful & well-made. I would love to order it or another alpaca shawl again but cant unless they stop using scented products. Once the scent gets into the fibers it is impossible to get out even with washing.
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Linda
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10/11/2017
"Even more beautiful than the photo"
Absolutely beautiful, the colors are exquisite. It is finely crafted and the alpaca wool is soft with NO scent (as noted by a previous reviewer). I will order from this artisan again.
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Kathlyn
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11/10/2016
"Alpaca Shawl"
Beautiful item to have or to give.
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Charlotte
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01/16/2021
"A favorite scarf"
The color is so beautiful, I love the length.
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Linda
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01/16/2021
"Beautiful"
So beautiful! I gave it to my mother and she was thrilled. I love buying from these wonderful artisans.
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Paula
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10/13/2020
"Quality work"
Excellent work, nice design
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John
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01/05/2023
"Love this scarf!"
This is absolutely beautiful. It is my second scarf from this artist.
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John
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11/16/2022
"Awesome scarf!"
Really beautiful and very warm. This is my first, but wont be my last.
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MARGUERITE
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11/10/2022
"Beautiful workmanship!"
Beautiful, soft and lightweight shawl that provides the perfect pop of color and warmth.
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Karla
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11/06/2022
"Treasured Keepsake"
This shawl is beautiful. The texture is luxe. The neutral colors and the size make it so wearable. Im sentimental to Peruvian textiles having luved in Peru 50 years ago.
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Fei Mah
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09/30/2022
"Beautiful colours"
Gifted this beautifully made soft shawl to a friend. She absolutely loves it!
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Tarma Marigold, Handwoven Peruvian Alpaca Wool Striped Shawl
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- This was a gift for: Friend
- Occasion: 'just because'
Christine
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09/19/2022
"A Cherished item to Pass on to my Daughter"
It was a pleasure to see, touch and feel the soft silky shawl that mirrored the care, dedication and strict quality control that went into its making. Thank you very much.
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Wilmer Vilchez has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $850 and the most recent for $1050.
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