45 years of knitting with alpaca
By Fiorella Cruz
What makes a woman who has been knitting with alpaca wool for 45 years so special? In the mountains of Arequipa (Peru), where the alpacas are at home, lives Marcelina...
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Alpaca – The best choice for sensitive skin when knitting
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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Which knitting needle suits alpaca wool and your projects?
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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Important tips for knitting with alpaca
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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The best knitting tips
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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Why is DK yarn often the right choice?
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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Knitting machines – the real pleasure or not?
By Fiorella Cruz
General information about knitting machines: The biggest advantage of machine knitting over hand knitting is that you can create larger or more complex patterns quickly and easily, regardless of whether...
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Knitting needles
By Fiorella Cruz
The most important thing you should know about knitting needles As you can probably imagine, there is a very large range of needles for knitting. They differ in shape, color...
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Turtleneck sweater
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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Vintersol sweater
By Fiorella Cruz
Dear Susan has once again performed a little magic. The new sweater is called “Vintersol”. Designed by Jenny Steingass. You can get the instructions at Ravelry.com. Only the cuffs have...
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Dress made of baby merino
By Fiorella Cruz
We don't want to keep this beautiful little dress from you from the lovely Anke. The details are adorable. Knitted with baby merino wool Superwash BULKY Kone Brown. If you...
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Sweater JOAN made of mohair/silk
By Fiorella Cruz
Sweater JOAN made of mohair/silk The JOAN sweater is made of a mohair and silk mix with long sleeves and a light turtleneck. The length of the sweater is slightly...
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