2019-09-26
#AymaraStory
“Since ancient times, humankind has spun yarn from animal fibres. That legacy lives on today with handcrafted yarns made with great care from
Alpaca Fibre
Special Characteristics Alpaca is a natural fibre which is shorn each year around September. This is crucial for the health and well-being of the animal.
You always wanted an Alpaca
The Quenti Alpaca herd is genetically diverse. We imported the original animals from Chile during the period of 2009 to 2011.
Join a Quenti Farm Tour
We offer unique Quenti Farm Tours experiences that don’t feel like a tour – friendly, casual, very intimate and personal.
Vendor Partners at Quenti Yarn Festival
Answer to your Questions
Stephen & Linda Nessworthy know that you most likely have several questions about the Alpacas. Below, you will find list of some of the most frequently asked questions:
Cape Alpaca Products
Cape Alpaca’s range of products is made using Quenti yarns exclusively. Only the finest micron fibre is suitable for ultra-fine machine knitting and weaving yarns to make soft, luxurious knitwear or woven blankets and scarves
Aymara Throws
Our pure alpaca throws and blankets are hand finished using the colours that nature provides, with accents of dye colours. They are lightweight, exceptionally warm and hypoallergenic.
Aymara Yarns
“Since ancient times, humankind has spun yarn from animal fibres. That legacy lives on today with handcrafted yarns made with great care from our alpaca. Their noble fibre is spun and dyed at source in Quenti Mill.”