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Hand Woven Blue Baby Alpaca Blend Poncho from Peru, "Sierra Sky"

Shades of turquoise and royal blue combine in a gorgeous poncho that is sure to... more

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Shades of turquoise and royal blue combine in a gorgeous poncho that is sure to brighten up any winter day. Raquel and Gregor hand-weave a striped pattern with a cozy texture using a soft baby alpaca blend. Baby alpaca is the fine fleece from the season's first shearing.

Raquel and Gregor label all their designs with the name Sillpa, which is the Aymara word for describing comfort, softness, and pleasure. The couple aims to preserve their homeland's rich weaving and textile tradition through their work.

  • 0.16 kgs
  • 0.4 lbs
  • Garment Measurements
  • 94 cm L x 94 cm W
  • 37" L x 37" W

  • 90% alpaca, 10% nylon
  • Dry in the shade
  • Textile softness: Soft -- this item has been made with natural fibers that are soft to the touch
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Dry clean or hand wash in cold water
  • Made in Peru.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Peruicon info
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Judi

From United States

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03/23/2022

"Beautifully, soft alpaca poncho!"

Ive worn this poncho with a white blouse and jeans and it is very comfortable. Plus, Ive gotten a lot of compliments on the colors. It is very soft to the touch, but I wish it was a little bit longer in the back and front. Excellent workmanship!

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Best Uses

  • In the spring and fall

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Teila

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12/23/2021

"Stunning Poncho, Compliments Galore"

This is a spectacular poncho! The colors are amazing, and its extremely well-crafted, soft, and lightweight! Not really a winter poncho for where I live, Central Ohio— Better suited to a chilly but dry spring or autumn day. I love the postcard, which will also be a keepsake. Also, it arrived well ahead of schedule! For fit purposes: I am 5 3”, US size 10, approximately 30” waist, US 36DD chest, and this poncho fits perfectly!

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SOFIA

From United States

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10/23/2021

"Hand Woven Blue Baby Alpaca Blend Poncho from Peru, Sierra Sky"

Thank you, Raquel and Gregor! I am happy with this warm poncho! Very beautiful bright colors, nice shape. Quick delivery - thank you, Novica!

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Sierra Sky, Hand Woven Blue Baby Alpaca Blend Poncho from Peru

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Raquel

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01/31/2024

"A Shawl of Extraordinary Beauty"

My Andean valley flower shawl arrived today. It is stunning. The richness and arrangement of colours is unmatched. It is delicate, soft and warm. I cant remember the last time i bought something so beautiful. Thank you for creating a shawl that lifts my spirit and makes me feel sourrounded by beauty and protection.

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Andean Valley Flower, Hand Woven Baby Alpaca Blend Shawl from Peru

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Tracey

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01/25/2024

"Amazing Craftmanship!!"

This poncho is exquisite! The colors are simply gorgeous and the softness of the poncho makes it the perfect lightweight item to take the chill off!

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Hannah

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01/09/2024

"Beautiful and Soft!"

This scarf is very soft and the colors are very vivid. I am very happy with this purchase! I will be wearing this all winter.

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  • Keeping warm

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Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

Raquel and Gregor are dedicated to preserving the traditions woven into Peruvian culture from pre-Incan times. Like many before them, they learned their textile craft from elders in the community and they pass their knowledge to the younger artisans who work with them. Each piece produced in their workshop is woven on a wooden floor loom and finished by hand. Created from natural fibers — alpaca, cotton and silk — their work echoes the natural colors of the Peruvian landscape, reverberating with the rich hues of the mountains, the jungle and the coast.

Moving On Up

Moving On Up

Raquel and Gregor are deeply committed to building a sustainable workshop that offers a flexible supportive environment for the people who collaborate with them, most of whom are women. They have a special room at the workshop for the women to breastfeed or otherwise care for their children. Many of these women work solely for the purpose of being able to educate their children. Raquel and Gregor also have a deep respect for the environment and have installed solar panels in their workshop, a rarity in Peru.

Working with Disabilities

Working with Disabilities

Among the quality control assistants at Raquel and Gregor's workshop is one who is profoundly deaf. The rest of the team takes great pride in the way they have learned to communicate with her. They treasure what she has taught them about communicating with her and with each other.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Raquel and Gregor has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1400 and the most recent for $2850. Proceeds were used to buy more silk, cotton and alpaca wool for her shawls and accessories.

Job Creator

Job Creator

Raquel and Gregor are able to provide work for a number of people, 90 percent of them women.

 
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