Alpaca Power

I went to an Alpaca farm a couple of years ago with a friend and had a great time. We each fed the Alpacas and then learn a great deal about their wool. I have a couple of Alpaca sweaters and they are by far some of the warmest and non-itchy sweaters I own. Just want to share some of the interesting facts in regards to Alpacas and Alpaca wool.

Please see 10 amazing facts below:

1. Alpacas occur in many different shades from white and light grey over to a reddish brown and black. There are 22 natural base colors to choose from.
2. Alpaca wool is graded Class 1 fiber. It is use in clothing and furnishings in the U.S. by the standards of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
3. Alpaca fleece is flame and water resistant.
4. Alpaca yarn is hypoallergenic. The alpaca fleece is lacking in lanolin. This makes it hypoallergenic and also allows it to be processed without the need for high temperatures or harsh chemicals.
5. Alpacas are used as therapy pets.
6. Alpacas were domesticated by the Incas, and alpaca fiber has been used for a very long time in the Andes. The fiber was introduced in Europe and the US during the 19th century.
7. Pure alpaca wool does not absorb moisture or odor, but wicks it away.
8. Alpaca wool is breathable.
9. If you are using alpaca wool for socks there are several benefits. It is silky-soft and doesn’t rub, constrict or bind. It doesn’t cause blisters and won’t irritate sensitive feet – it even reduces callus buildup and blisters.
10. Alpacas are sheared once a year in the spring. They will yield between five and ten pounds of fleece per animal.

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