The Hansa Farm blog about us and the life of the alpacas.
By Fiorella Cruz
Imagine you're sitting comfortably with a cup of tea, your favorite project on the needles – and suddenly your skin starts to itch. Does this sound familiar? If you have...
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By Fiorella Cruz
Do you have a new knitting project in mind, perhaps with cozy alpaca wool, but are wondering: Which knitting needle is actually the right one? That's exactly what we'll answer...
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By Fiorella Cruz
Melange colors are incredibly popular in the world of hand knitting, and for good reason! These fascinating color blends add a unique depth and texture to your projects that simply...
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By Fiorella Cruz
Mastering the special softness and drape of alpaca When working with alpaca yarn, you should pay particular attention to its soft texture and flowing drape. The first step is choosing...
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By Fiorella Cruz
There are some important points to consider when comparing alpaca yarn to other fibers like wool or merino wool. Let's go through the key differences: Fiber properties and softness: The...
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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
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
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
With the launch of our new online shop, we're entering a new phase at Hansa-Farm. In addition to a visible change in design, it includes numerous improvements and features aimed...
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By Fiorella Cruz
Baby Alpaca DK wool meets fine handwork by Karin A short excursion into the origin of the word and the biology associated with it. Humulus is Latin and means hops....
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By Fiorella Cruz
What do a turtleneck sweater and a cappuccino have in common? Looks good and is pretty hot. We came across Gabi's article in the Facebook fairalpaka fan group. She drew...
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