craft apparel

In the open markets of towns throughout the Peruvian Altiplano, one can find stalls full of fresh flowers. Some of the blooms have been used for hundreds of years to create natural dyes, like the yellow kiko flower, part of the daisy family. Our reversible alpaca-blend cardigan is decorated on the front, back, and sleeves with trailing blooms and vines, featuring hand-embroidered embellishments in earthy tones of red clay, topaz, slate, and amber.

Evoking a garden at midnight, colorful floral motifs trim this black baby alpaca cardigan. Peru's Ana Fernandez designs and crafts this fine sweater, accentuating it with flowers on the sleeves and neckline. Baby alpaca refers to the fine fleece from the season's first shearing.

Drawing inspiration from the majestic peacock and richAndean textile heritage, Peru’s Maria Cutipa createsthis remarkable intarsia knit cardigan in a deep blueshade. The shawl collar cardigan is expertly crafted from100% alpaca yarn and is adorned with embroideredfloral, leaf and geometric patterns, with an impressivepeacock motif at the back that steals the show. Addingto its charm are the handpainted ceramic buttons whichcloses the front, elevating the garment to a work of art.Front patch pockets.

A melange of rich colors creates the perfect backdrop for hand embroidery and intricately detailed flowers and leaves. Known for her beautiful art knit designs, Maria Cutipa and her studio of talented artisans craft this 100% alpaca cardigan with crochet trim along the neckline and front opening. The decorated floralbuttons add even more interest to this captivating sweater.

A garden of roses comes to life under the watchful eyes of Deblina and Atul, who oversee the creation of this gorgeous cardigan. Crafted in India, the soft sweater features a jacquard knit with architectural patterns, flowers, leaves, and vines. Accented throughout with a hint of golden Lurex thread, the striking cardigan is finished with a band-style collar, two front pockets, and a removable tie belt.