Mera - Baby Alpaca Blanket - Extra Large Reversible - Aztec Cross Southwest Pattern - Black/Grey/Tan/Earthtones

Wrap yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Ecuador with this stunning reversible alpaca wool blanket. Its bold geometric design, inspired by traditional Andean motifs, features earthy tones of black, grey, tan and earthtones, evoking the natural beauty of the Andes. The intricate Southwest-inspired pattern adds a touch of timeless elegance to any room. Luxuriously soft and warm, this blanket is perfect for year-round use, offering unparalleled comfort. Alpaca wool is known for its natural insulation, keeping you cozy without feeling heavy. Plus, it’s hypoallergenic and gentle on sensitive skin. Practicality meets beauty with this easy-care blanket. It’s machine washable and quick drying, making it as convenient as it is beautiful. Whether draped over your bed, sofa, or wrapped around you on a chilly evening, this blanket offers both comfort and a meaningful connection to Ecuador’s artisan craftsmanship. Please note that due to the handmade nature of each blanket and potential screen or lighting variations, colours and patterns may exhibit minor variations from the image displayed.This blanket measures approx.: 90 x 85 / 230 x 216 cmWeight approx.: 3.1 lb / 1400 gMaterial: Baby alpaca wool blendAn alpaca (Vicugna pacos) is a domesticated species of South American camelid. It resembles a small llama in appearance.Alpacas are kept in herds that graze on the level heights of the Andes of southern Peru, northern Bolivia, Ecuador, and northern Chile at an altitude of 3,500 m (11,500 ft) to 5,000 m (16,000 ft) above sea level, throughout the year. Alpacas are considerably smaller than llamas, and unlike llamas, they were not bred to be beasts of burden, but were bred specifically for their fiber. Alpaca fiber is used for making knitted and woven items, similar to wool. These items include blankets, sweaters, hats, gloves, scarves, a wide variety of textiles and ponchos in South America.The alpaca is a product of ancient Andean civilizations, when 6,000 years ago it had already evolved from the vicuña to produce a unique fibre. Alpaca fibre has worldwide renown for its luxurious quality . Alpaca fibre is fine, strong (second only to silk among natural fibres), very warm, comfortable and with the lightness of a feather.