The Hansa Farm blog about us and the life of the alpacas.
By Fiorella Cruz
When it comes to the special properties of alpaca fiber, this material stands out from other natural fibers. If you are planning a new knitting project, you should definitely consider...
By Fiorella Cruz
alpacare® wool is a yarn that has been treated so that it can be washed in the washing machine without shrinking or felting. Natural wool yarn does not tolerate high...
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By Fiorella Cruz
For centuries, herders high in the Andes have bred alpacas in a variety of shades and combinations. However, due to growing interest in white fiber, the number of colored alpacas...
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By Fiorella Cruz
Storing your knitwear properly is more important than you might think... especially if you want your knitwear to last! After years of wear, even the best sweaters will show signs...
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By Fiorella Cruz
We want to express the incomparable quality of our main product, which our entire range consists of, in a single word. Alpa: is not only the beginning of the word...
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By Fiorella Cruz
It is very important to us to support social projects in Arequipa, so when we discovered a small, local company that produces these adorable mini alpacas, we were immediately excited....
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By Fiorella Cruz
We have put together the most useful tips for you to ensure that your next knitting project is a complete success. #1: Organize your knitting supplies Good organization of your...
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By Fiorella Cruz
DK yarn is one of the most popular yarns for knitters. It is versatile, available in a wide range of colors and is easy to work with. It is also...
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By Fiorella Cruz
Here are a few secrets to choosing the perfect color palette for your next knitting project. Choosing a color palette for your next sweater or scarf can be a stressful...
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By Fiorella Cruz
About 5,000 years ago, the inhabitants of the South American Andean highlands, particularly Peru, domesticated the alpaca, a wild camel native to these alpine areas. Over time, these animals were...
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By Fiorella Cruz
With the launch of our new online shop, we are starting a new phase at Hansa-Farm. In addition to a visible change in design, it includes numerous improvements and functionalities...
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By Fernanda Chirinos
This is a popular question for all knitters, here we are going to share some benefits of hand-knitting with cones. Less costWhen you knit on a large scale or need...
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By Fernanda Chirinos
Last month we had the chance to visit Pacomarca, an alpaca research station, in the middle of the Andes at 3,800 masl during the 5-hours trip we could admire different...
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