Inspired by the Covid-19, Peruvian artisans have found creative ideas to survive the pandemic The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Tourism (Mincetur) stand out the wit and entrepreneurship of the Peruvian artisans that, despite the economic impact caused by the covid-19 in the Peruvian economy, have stand out with new creations. Despite the threat of the quarantine, artisans have come to the […]
Craft trade reinvented by the pandemic
Alpaca garments – Properties and maintenance
The garments of Alpaca have an exceptional quality, this is due to the amount of properties that this fiber has and that is not found in other wools. The alpacas are native from the Peruvian Andes, where they have been domesticated since the time of pre-Inca – cultures. It is of medium size, has an average height from 80 to […]
The alpaca farmer and their struggle to preserve the species
Peru has the largest number of alpacas in the world, approximately 85%. For this reason, the alpaca is considered a flagship natural resource in our country The alpacas have a great capacity to adapt to high altitudes, their breeding is relevant because it generates products such as meat and fiber and economic livelihood of the high Andean communities settled upon […]
The Essence And Characteristics Of Alpaca Fibre
In order to first understand the overall essence and great features of alpaca fibre, it is necessary to comprehend the identity and characteristics of the alpaca. The alpaca is a domesticated camelid species which is native to many countries in South America, including but not limited to Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador and Chile. An alpaca resembles itself as a smaller version of a llama […]
The fascinating world of the butterflies
A butterfly is a fascinating insect that has undergone many developmental stages and physical processes that enables it to fly with its beautiful wings as amazing essence admired worldwide. The butterfly is an insect that belongs to a group of species called Lepidoptera, which defines precisely the overall identity of the butterfly due to the presence of hundreds and even thousands of tiny scales […]
Sweet Dreams With Soft And Warm Alpaca Fur From The Andes
Studies revealed that sleep with real fur is good for your health. Animal fur has been found to reduce the risk of asthma Nothing is warmer as an authentic fur. As a natural material, fur allows the body to breathe and is isothermal, keeping you comfortable and cozy, no matter the weather. ”The new research, presented at the European Respiratory […]