Wool has long been considered the best material for warm winter clothes. But many of us have felt that prickly, itchy irritation from a wool jacket or sweater that made us reach for a different wardrobe choice. Or we've had to strategize with collared shirts or turtlenecks under itchy sweaters to keep woolen fibers away from our skin. As a solution to that, you might've heard that alpaca wool is a …

We've written blog posts on busting myths about alpaca wool in the past. One we want to take a deeper dive into is the debate on whether alpaca wool is humane. Like you, we care about the way animals and people are treated in the production of the things we buy. We also care about the health of Mother Earth, just like you. So, we tackled a tough question:Is alpaca wool humane? We've worked with al …

The War of the Wools: Alpaca Socks vs. Merino Socks In the world of wool, a few big players reign supreme — cashmere, mohair, angora, alpaca and merino. All have their benefits, but which one is the hero of the sock drawer? Today, we’re stacking up two of the biggest contenders, alpaca vs. merino, for a showdown like you’ve never experienced.What is Alpaca and Merino Wool?Alpaca WoolAlpaca wool …

Addressing the 8 most common myths that surround the alpaca industry and textile production.Myth 1 – Alpacas roam freely in the wild.Fact - Unlike animals we are familiar with in the United States, there is no such thing as a wild alpaca. Alpacas have been domesticated for thousands of years. Alpacas originated in Asia and migrated to the Americas literally millions of years ago, becoming extinct …

With 26 bones and many joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments, the human foot is very complex. In a lifetime, each person logs an average 70,000 miles on their feet. With all that use on such a small percentage of our body it’s a wonder we get around at all! Kind of gives you a new respect for your feet, doesn’t it? That’s why proper foot care, and wearing the right socks and shoes is essentia …