Enduring Gift Alpacas

Hundreds of alpacas in Denver to compete at the Great Western Alpaca Show DENVER, Colo. – Every year, hundreds of alpacas and alpaca enthusiasts, as well as fiber art enthusiasts, gather for the Great Western Alpaca Show. The 2018 show will be

Alpaca fiber feels so good because the cuticle scales are smoother.

Some have asked us what is the difference in structure of alpaca fleece versus other fibers. Well, each fiber is covered in a layer of tiny cuticle scales, which overlap eachother to create a smoother feel. This link provides a clear visual of the similiarities and differences.