There's nothing like alpaca, even better than cashmere. And when the hat is beautifully made and you have absolute confidence in the seller, it's a cinch to be a great purchase--which it was. I have so much respect for the artisans who keep the ancient crafts alive. Thank you!
I visited Peru last year and made the mistake of not purchasing one of these hats. Thank heaven for Novica and their support for artisans! I finally got the hat I wished I had gotten when in Peru.
"El arte es la base de nuestra propia vida y la de nuestro pueblo, expresada a través de cada hilo cuidadosamente tejido y cada hermoso color".
"Soy Teodolo Ulloa Bailón, nací en San Pedro de Cajas el 31 de agosto de 1968. Mi arte de tejer se remonta a mis antepasados que dedicaron su... read more
The Catálogo de las dias festivos
Discover our unique collection of beautiful, handmade objects from around the world, inspired by more than a century of exploration.