Andean Treasure Yarn

$4.99 / ball
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Content: 100% Baby Alpaca
Weight: Sport Weight
Gauge: 6 sts = 1" on #3 - 5 needles (3.25mm-3.75mm)
Amount: 110 yards/50 gram ball
Care: Hand Wash/Dry Flat

Beautiful heathered colors add depth to this super-soft and warm yarn made from baby alpaca fiber. Alpaca fibers are sorted by their diameter (micron count), and the finest fibers are the softest. Baby alpaca is the softest, finest classification of alpaca, and you will definitely enjoy the luxurious feel of this yarn against your skin. The softness is irresistable - count the number of hugs you get when wearing a sweater in Andean Treasure vs. other sweaters, and this one will win, hands down! Exellent for items that are worn close to you - scarves, vests, legwarmers, pullovers, even mittens. Feltable.

“The yarn's exquisite softness makes it perfect for any next-to-the-skin garment, especially one that could benefit from alpaca's heavy, relaxed, fluid drape.” Knitters Review

"I have quite a soft spot for alpaca, and Andean Treasure is no exception. The drape is excellent and the knitted fabric is luscious, but what really did me in were the heathered colors. There is so much depth in this yarn that it seems to glow from within. I love it!"
-Kerin D., Knit Picks Garment Designer

"I just finished a vest for my sister in Andean Treasure, and I loved working with it. The yarn showed off my delicate cables nicely, and the finished project has the perfect drape and sheen. The alpaca makes it toasty-warm, which is perfect for her winter wardrobe."
-Alison B., Knit Picks Education & Multimedia Manager

As seen in Knitty, Fall 2006, Sugar on Snow Pattern

For the most accurate color matching, please purchase a Andean Treasure Yarn color card.


Check out Alison's Honeycomb Vest in Andean Treasure Embers Heather. You can also see Christy's Domovoi Shawl in Andean Treasure Dill Heather.

Alison knit another gift for her sister out of Andean Treasure!  Lucky girl!  The Riding to Avalon hoodie looks great.



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Sapphire Heather
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Amethyst Heather
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Blaze Heather
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Meringue Heather
Meringue Heather $4.99/ball

Midnight Heather
Midnight Heather $4.99/ball

Tidepool Heather
Tidepool Heather $4.99/ball

Hot Rod Heather
Hot Rod Heather $4.99/ball

Embers Heather
Embers Heather $4.99/ball

Lilac Heather
Lilac Heather $4.99/ball

Summer Sky Heather
Summer Sky Heather $4.99/ball

Woods Heather
Woods Heather $4.99/ball

Fog Heather
Fog Heather $4.99/ball

Mystery Heather
Mystery Heather $4.99/ball
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