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Alpaca wool - more than a tradition

These textiles are traditionally used as blankets or bed covers (to protect Andean people from freezing temperatures in the winter time), but easily transition as throw rugs or act as unique pieces, draped over the back of a sofa or hung on the wall, the possibilities are endless! We are certain the texture, colour and quirks of each textile will make a wonderful addition to your home. Our blankets are mainly sourced from small remote villages (Cuzco, Arequipa and Puno) around the Andean mountains of Peru and they are approximately 20 to 60 years old. Using the same techniques as countless generations before them, their origins are from the Inca civilization and the tradition of weaving has been passed through...

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The magic behind coloured Latin American rugs

These textiles are traditionally used as blankets or bed covers (to protect Andean people from freezing temperatures in the winter time), but easily transition as throw rugs or act as unique pieces, draped over the back of a sofa or hung on the wall, the possibilities are endless! We are certain the texture, colour and quirks of each textile will make a wonderful addition to your home. Our blankets are mainly sourced from small remote villages (Cuzco, Arequipa and Puno) around the Andean mountains of Peru and they are approximately 20 to 60 years old, reason why some of them might show a little faded colour but not affecting the condition of the banket at all. Using the same techniques...

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