A new source: Alpaca with a Twist

From Alpaca with a Twist we received three new alpaca yarns - made in Peru.

Never tried alpaca? If not, give it a try! It's benefits include:
- Incredible color range;
- Hypoallergenic - many peaople who cannot wear other natural fibres such as wool or mohair find that alpaca is okay for them, as it is less irritatiing to the skin;
- Next-to-the-skin softness, which makes it ideal for baby and childrfens items, sweaters, hats and gloves;
- Alpaca is a natural fiber, so it's perfect for those who prefer ecologically friendly yarns. It's versatile too, so you can even felt with it.

Baby Twist - is a 100% baby alpaca yarn that knitsup to DK weight. This yarn has a heathered effect and would be perfect for baby knits, sweaters and accessories. It retails for $9.95 per 50mg ball - find a not so perfect shade card here.

Big Baby - if you prefer bulkier knits, try Big Baby, also made with 100% baby alpaca. This yarn knits up to 3 sts per inch on 8 mm needles and would look fabulous in hats, scarves, even sweaters. It retails for $19.95 per 100mg skein. Here is the shade card.

Fino - for those who enjoy lace knitting, we are pleased to off Fino, a lace weight blend of baby alpaca and silk. Besides lace, this yarn would also work beautifully for classic baby knits that call for 4 ply yarns (28 sts par 4 inches). The 100 g skein has 875 yards and retails for $29.95. Check the shade card.