poncho sweaters

A soft and exotic piece of clothing, this pullover sweater is presented by Alfredo Falcon of Peru. An attractive boat neck and loose, flowing sleeves add fashionable details to the design. Knit from a soft blend of acrylic and baby alpaca, the sweater is adorned with a festive striped pattern in shades of purple, pink, green, and blue.

Alfredo Falcon of Peru designs this striped acrylic poncho with bold colors and a mixture of geometric motifs. A touch of baby alpaca gives adds to the poncho's warmth and feel. Lightweight, the poncho makes a wonderful layering piece.

Alfredo Falcon learned the craft of weaving from his parents, who learned from their parents before them. He says, “We have been a family devoted to the world of textiles for generations. I use modern colors but I remain true to Incan and colonial motifs.”

Artisan Elena Ixtamer shows you the path to a joyful and chic style with this handloomed poncho from Guatemala. The artisan uses refined cotton yarns in orange, green, black and white to create the captivating striped pattern that decorates this fringed design—ideal for a tropical day.

Artisan Ana Fernandez of Peru designs this 100% alpaca wool knit poncho with red and multicolor stripes that artfully swirl around the body. Light and warm and finished with fringe, this poncho makes an excellent layering piece. About her work, the artisan says, "For me, designing is a fusion of ideas. I blend fashion trends with my own favorite sources of inspiration, which are Victorian textiles and our Peruvian culture. I love designing apparel of alpaca wool and cotton because this really makes a contribution to society. It lets me give jobs to local people, especially women who want to get ahead and move to central Peru seeking a better future.”

Show your stripes in this bright knit sweater from Peruvian artisan Alfredo Falcon. Colorful stripes in shades of Tiffany blue, vermilion, and viridian green incorporated with geometric patterns make this eye-catching design. The sweater features a fitted waist, wide arms, and indigo trim. You'll be the hit of the party in this soft sweater!