Why Alpaca Wool is Called the Fiber of the Gods | PARAGRAPHIC
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- Stronger, softer, and a better insulator than typical sheep's wool, Alpaca fleece is considered a "fiber of the gods." Not to be confused with llamas, alpacas are a member of the camelid family originating from Peru. Alpaca fleece is also hypoallergenic and while it costs a premium, it's often associated with luxurious fibers like silk and cashmere.
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What is Alpaca Wool?
Alpaca wool is a luxurious, natural fiber that is prized for its softness, warmth, and durability. It is often used in high-end garments and home decor items.
Alpacas are a domesticated species of South American camelid. They are native to the Andes mountains in Peru, Chile, and Bolivia. There are two types of alpacas; the Suri, which has long, silky fiber, and the Huacaya, which has shorter, denser fiber.
The fiber of both types of alpacas is hollow, making it extremely lightweight yet very warm. Alpaca wool is also hypoallergenic and does not contain lanolin, making it ideal for those with sensitivities or allergies.
Alpaca wool can be dyed any color imaginable and is often used in intricate knitwear or woven fabrics. It is also a popular choice for blankets, rugs, and other home furnishings due to its beauty and durability.
How is Alpaca Wool Different from Other Wools?
Alpaca wool is similar to sheep’s wool in many ways but there are also some important differences.
One key difference is that alpaca wool is much finer than sheep’s wool. This means that it can be made into lighter, softer garments that are less likely to cause irritation or discomfort when worn next to the skin. Alpaca wool is also warmer than sheep’s wool, making it a good choice for winter clothes.
Another difference between alpaca wool and sheep’s wool is that alpaca wool has no lanolin. Lanolin is a greasy substance secreted by the sebaceous glands of sheep that helps to protect their coats from the elements. This means that alpaca wool does not need to be treated with harsh chemicals in order to be clean and free of impurities.
Finally, alpaca wool is more durable than sheep’s wool. It is less likely to pill or mat over time, meaning that garments made from it will retain their shape and look better for longer.
The History of Alpaca Fiber
Alpacas are native to the high Andean plateau of South America, where they have been domesticated for thousands of years. Alpaca fiber was prized by the ancient Inca civilization and was reserved for royalty. After the Spanish Conquest in the 16th century, alpacas were introduced to Europe where they quickly became popular among the nobility.
Alpacas are member of the camelid family, which includes llamas, camels, and vicunas. There are two main types of alpacas - the Huacaya and the Suri. The Huacaya is the most common type, comprising about 80% of the alpaca population. Huacayas have dense, crimpy fiber that grows in a variety of natural colors. The Suri is less common, making up around 20% of the alpaca population. Suris have long, silky fiber that grows in a limited range of colors including white, beige, and brown.
Today, there are an estimated 3 million alpacas in South America, with the majority living in Peru. Alpaca fiber is still highly prized and is used to make a variety of luxury products including clothing, blankets, and carpets.
The Benefits of Alpaca Wool
Alpaca wool is one of the most versatile and luxurious fibers in the world. It is soft, strong, and durable, making it perfect for a wide range of applications. Here are just a few of the benefits of alpaca wool:
1. Alpaca wool is hypoallergenic.
2. Alpaca wool is extremely lightweight yet warm, making it ideal for all types of weather conditions.
3. Alpaca wool is highly breathable, so it helps regulate body temperature and prevent overheating.
4. Alpaca wool is naturally water-resistant, so it's perfect for a variety of outdoor activities.
5. Alpaca wool is environmentally friendly and sustainable.
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That's for sure!!
You can tell how well taken care of these animals are ❤
I love this channel, and its disheartening to see you guys not get the views you deserve
Are there any options to collab with larger channels? Or are there any contacts at YT that could promote this to front page?
Love the videos you make, alot
So spread the word. *Messy Times* does great work; we don't moan about viewers and subscribers. The world is full of interesting stuff. If you produce good content, hopefully people will find it! I am going to get into the alpaca business.
Thank you AGAIN Pragraphic for the great production on this video, not only is it adorable, but informative (as usual).
I knew they were well cared for when he started telling us their names ❤
I own a few alpaca wool sweaters very good fabric
Trying out Premieres again. Let us know if you like it or not. Planning to publish future videos on Saturday mornings so come back next week for our latest. Always something new to learn and enjoy. Cheers!
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Love it
I ordered me some alpaca socks the other day. They are beautiful animals. You're doing a great job with them...much success
alpacas are my new favourite animal thanks to this doc
I love your content guys ! Please don’t stop for anything !
Thanks! Spread the word 🙌
Very informative video. I enjoyed watching and wish you every success.
I had some good friends that owned an Alpaca farm & everything you showed they told me the same thing. They had a shop too. I have loads of Alpaca yarn. Love their yarn & and the Alpacas🐾
These Alpacas are as majestic as fuck!!
Alpacas are sooo cute and soft~ lovely~💞
Thank you for sharing this video~🤗
Thanks for sharing all of this information with us
Great vid!! So informative. Lovely alpacas.
this is probably the best thing on youtube.
I learned so much cool info. Thanks and great vid. Welcome to the family :)
Beautiful work!
I never watch these kinds of programs. But i found this video very interesting. Well done and nicely done 👍🏾
Great production!!
I think I want an Alpaca farm!!!
great video, thank you
I made a harness out of a baby t-shirt to put my poodle in when he was a puppy to get him use to being sheared on his feet and head, with treats, lol! thank you, very informative, I just started back weaving to make pillows on a square loom, I've been using a round loom to make bed throws.
Beautiful story
Super video, tyvm
Chuck & Sandi are awesome
Those black pearls are able to support a whole ecosystem of soil animals. Amazing work!!
I looked up Alpaca after seeking Mareina Wool Socks and learning about a different type of wool unheard of. And watched your you tube contribution. If Alpaca is comparable or a better insulator than wool this would be a game changer when battling cold weather. Most socks I buy are compromised of Blends of polyester and spandex. Not as warm as wool. Wool tends to be more durable to maintain warmth. Blankets made of 100% Wool are used in different Armed forces. But Alpaca? Finding a product with 60% Wool Blend is hard to find. But a variety which is 100% would be very convenient. I recently learned about a store which opened up last year in Prinsten IL. I need to visit to buy Socks made from Alpaca Wool. Nothing like a good pair of warm socks in my boots. Am curious how this wool stacks up against Mareno Wool I hear so much about? And Mareno Wool is heavy, which is why if Alpaca Wool is lighter that it might be better when hiking with an overnight bag to have a light weight blanket that insulates and is much easier to carry with me along with my back packing essentials. Less tiring on those long hikes or when stranded in my car during a break down or snow storm. And after seeing this infomative article “Alpaca” warm Blanket and socks .🦙
What an interesting animal. And so cute.
I can't stop watching
Very informative, we are new to breading, regards from Lithuania
Love this video. It inspires me to have my own farm one day :)
The white Alpaca 🦙 very cute 🥰
Thanks 🙂
Very very informative! Thank you for sharing all this knowledge. I love alpacas. I'd love to volunteer at a farm some day. I have a question. Do you ever bathe the alpacas or is it not necessary?
Well, I also work with baby alpaca wool so, in most cases alpacas do not require frequent bathing unless there is a specific reason to do so, such as if an alpaca rolls in something particularly dirty or smelly, a bath might be warranted but, a veterinarian may recommend bathing with specific shampoos or treatments.
When bathing alpacas, it's important to use mild, non-toxic shampoos specifically formulated for animals and to rinse thoroughly to remove all soap residue.
Majored in fiber arts. Been many years ago now, and still, never heard that title.
Wow! Thanks so much for this vid! Only seen a few Alpacas on private lands, but hardly knew much about them except that they CAN protect sheep herds as well! Plus, Alpaca-wool sweaters are AMAZING! Please do more educational videos; I have never seen such love between Human and Alpacas like this. You care for your animals and I see that they care for you! God bless you and your family business! ^^
9:59 i spit out my drink🤣🤣🤣
Quite the transformation haha
How do you go about buying yarn?
Im Peruvian and alpaca meat taste similar to lamb i'd say. It has the lowest cholesterol level of any meat
I love these animals they look like divas snd keep me warm.
It’s alpaca day
Very soon
I really love how western people make farming to be clean. the cage is clean. how many times did they clean the cage? I just wonder.
All capable farmers - wherever they are from - run clean operations.
In a world of automation, cleanliness should be second nature
What a lovely couple
Just in time for Alpaca Day 🎉😄
Are y’all out here in AZ this is my dream !
Onyx the Alpaca ❤
I would like to buy a few alpacas to breed. Where can I get them?
what is annual maintenance
To clarify, Peruvians don't all eat alpacas, it's not all that common. It would basically be out of necessity to eat what's locally available in the mountain ranges.
Las minorías que no lo comen son el 3% de la población del Perú.
Más de 15 millones de personas de los andes centrales y del sur del Perú comen carne de alpaca y 2 millones de personas en Arequipa, Moquegua y Tacna.
La misma cantidad de personas tambien come carne de cobayo o cuy (guinea pig).
Son animales herbívoros y muy limpios.
Saludos.
What color is the most valuable
If you’re selling to bigger businesses, white, since it’s easier to dye. Speciality shops and businesses will buy the other natural colors. That’s just the generics though, and the color of their fleece doesn’t necessarily exclude them from bigger or specialty businesses.
well alpacas meat are so tender and healthier than lamb or beef. taste is not different than lamb. I am peruvian and everytime i go to peru it is a must have it...
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I Bought an alpaca blanket for 4 bucks at a salvation army restore..and is it nice..
I have a vicuna coat ...now that actually is the fiber of the gods ! LOL
I am an alpaca and i find this entire video triggering.
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I identify as a set of trimming shears and I find this entire video arousing.
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Do you not keep the alpaca in a larger outdoor area letting them out of the gate?
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10:01 They look like a bunch of Tootsie-Roll Pops.
Do the PETA people understand that the domesticated ones don't shed???
PETA doesn’t understand most basic animal care.
Alpaca bowl to this
They look like baby camels with wool😊😊😊😊😊
I like to crochet, I've been wanting to try some alpaca yarn.
How shower 🚿 or give bath 🛀 to a alpaca 🦙
So...why is it called the fiber of the gods? Trying to find out how it is different/better than Llama, Sheep, Icelandic sheep, Vicuña, etc.
Eco friendly, fluffier, softer, and warmer.
@@husufields Interesting, I'm reading sources all over the internet that say the same for Vicuña and that the term "fiber of the gods" originated with it and not Alpaca.
@@ErelasInglor Alpacas are the domesticated version of a vicuña, except they’re specialized for their hair. So vicuñas came first, and then alpacas are the refined version.
Maybe if you're so damn successfulyou could buy a hat and a tee shirt that fit! Sheesh.
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The male is the same everywhre
I hope they aren’t hurting them
@@MessyTimes Well that was unnecessary.
Not at all friend. Domesticate fiber animals usually have to be shaved for their health. It can cause them to overheat and put a lot of extra weight on them, as well as a few other factors.
Imagine you put on another layer of clothing every month that you could never take off unless someone else did it. And alpacas are smart! They will mostly be nervous the first time around, but usually they learn that they’re not in danger and they feel relieved after being shaved.