Blog: Latest Baby Alpaca Fibre Information

beautifully textured, soft and cosy baby alpaca knitted blanket by Tuwi

How to identify a high-quality alpaca throw

Thinking about investing in an alpaca wool blanket? These luxurious throws are valued for their exceptional softness, warmth, and durability - but not all are created equal. Here’s how to confidently spot a high-quality alpaca blanket before you buy: Examine the Fibre Content Look for blankets labeled as 100% baby alpaca fibre or with an alpaca content…

Pure Eco Reversible Baby Alpaca Throw by Tuwi

The eco-friendly credentials of alpaca

Did you know alpacas come in 22 different colours? From white to fawn through to black and every shade in between. We celebrate these natural shades in our collection, with a number of pieces remaining undyed and using what nature has provided. As an added bonus, an undyed product uses on average 53 litres less…

Alpaca welfare & sustainability

Alpaca welfare standards have always been paramount for us, and we know it’s important to our customers too. Tuwi was born from an ambition to do more to support sustainable homeware. Our products are for those who care about its journey and the welfare of those involved in the creation of it. Our suppliers are…

Tuwi aplaca wool Qori and Inti blankets with fairy lights, white poms poms and holly

Kasia’s Picks for Christmas Gifts

With Christmas fast approaching, the prospect of finding the perfect gift can be a daunting one, especially with the sheer amount of choice and huge range in quality to consider. How do you find a premium quality gift that you know will be well-used and well-loved with an affordable price tag? For my own purchases,…

The true value of alpaca products & cost per use

What is an ‘investment piece’? Is it just another way of saying ‘expensive’ or are there times when it makes good financial sense to pay more for something? The best way to weigh up the true value of something is to calculate the cost per use. This is a method that you can apply to…

5 tips for creating a neutral colour palette in your home

The trend for neutral colours in our homes has been with us for quite some time now, and for good reason. They create a soothing space and communicate a sense of how you live your life. Done well, neutral shades in your home are far from boring and can offer the perfect foundation for an…

Alpaca: the ultimate eco-friendly yarn

The Tuwi story started with an ambition to do more to support sustainable homeware, and having discovered the aesthetic and practical qualities of baby alpaca fibre, we were completely hooked when we learnt that alpaca is one of the most eco-friendly yarns on the planet. Here’s why… Alpacas are kinder to the land they live…

Tuwi Baby Alpaca Wool Throws (Qori, Wave grey, Wave cream, Inti grey, Quilla charcoal, Wave large)

The Tuwi Guide to Alpaca Fabric Care

When I took the first tentative steps to starting my business, I spent countless hours researching the best way to wash and clean alpaca products. As I discovered, it’s far easier than you might at first think. If looked after correctly, your alpaca items will actually improve with wear and age. And because alpaca doesn’t…

Tuwi Beige baby knitted gift set with vest, popcorn hat and blanket

Why Is Choosing Eco-friendly Baby Clothes Important?

When caring for a newborn, we always want to choose what’s best for their health and happiness. This shouldn’t change when it comes to choosing the best baby clothes to buy and here’s why we believe that eco-friendly baby clothes fall under this category. Baby skin is a lot more sensitive than adult’s skin, which…

What Does the Fairtrade Logo Mean for TUWI Products?

The Fairtrade logo is a globally recognised symbol for ethical trading and commerce. To use the most apt words from Fairtrade International themselves, “It’s all about making trade fair”. This means making sure products adhere to internationally agreed Fairtrade standards which ensure workers and suppliers are treated ethically. Central to these requirements is a guarantee…

Embroidered Christmas Decorations Heart Ornaments piled on top of each other

Embroidered Christmas Decorations Now Available at TUWI

We are delighted to share with you our new embroidered Christmas decorations! Designed to bring a touch of magic to your home this Christmas (or indeed all year round) the story behind our embroidered Christmas decorations is just as unique as the ornaments themselves… In order to create these stunning decorations, TUWI has been working…

6 Reasons Why New Parents Invest in Quality Baby Clothes

Becoming a new parent is very exciting but also very expensive. With so many new expenses to think about, it can be tempting to make a saving by buying cheaper baby clothes. Whilst this can seem like a great short term fix, in the long run, it is an unsustainable choice both financially and environmentally.…

Gift Ideas - The Tuwi Baby Blanket, Baby Hat, and Alpaca Wool Sweater Gift Set

5 Grandparent Gift Ideas for New Baby & Mom On Tuwi

Think up the perfect gift ideas for a new grandchild at Christmas can be a hard task. After all, you want to find a gift that’s (almost) as special as they are. This is where the unique qualities of baby alpaca wool standout. If you’re searching for a gift to show your love for new…

Tuwi grey alpaca wool blanket with white fairy lights and poms poms

TUWI’s Top 5 Ethical Gift Ideas For A Sustainable Christmas

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and unfortunately, the most wasteful. Christmas means more of everything- we eat more, we buy more and generally treat ourselves more than we would at any other time of the year. If you’re hoping to have a more sustainable Christmas this year there are so many ways…

photograph of alpaca herd feeding in green mountain field

TUWI FAQ: What Is The Alpaca Wool Grading System

Baby alpaca wool is used to make a large number of Tuwi products, so we thought here would be a good place to explain alpaca wool grading. We’ve previously written about baby alpaca wool, covering what it is and the many benefits it has, but here we are going to look at the alpaca wool…

The TUWI Temperature Guide for Dressing Babies in Winter

With winter on the way, it’s essential that we know how to keep our babies protected from the colder temperatures. Little ones are much more sensitive to the cold than adults and cannot regulate their own body temperature in the same way that we can. This is why it’s so important to dress them in…

Girl in green beanie petting white baby alpaca

TUWI FAQ: Is Baby Alpaca Wool Vegan Friendly?

We recently covered whether alpaca wool is cruelty-free (guess what? It is!), but you may now be wondering is alpaca wool vegan friendly? Well, as with all vegans this completely depends on your views on the topic. Are you vegan to help the environment? Are you vegan for health reasons? Or are you vegan to…

Is Alpaca Wool Cruelty-Free? (Spoiler Alert: It’s Cruelty-Free)

One of our most frequently asked questions that we come across at Tuwi is, “is alpaca wool cruelty-free? Long story short, yes. The alpaca fibres used in the production of all Tuwi products are completely cruelty-free! In fact, alpaca wool is considered vegan by some people as alpacas aren’t harmed in the process of retrieving…

Baby's feet sticking out of Alpaca Wool knitted Blanket

Why Should You Choose TUWI Baby Alpaca Knitted Baby Clothes?

Our story began as a result of our research into the best fabrics for our new baby and from that Tuwi was born and we created a whole range of items using baby alpaca wool. Using baby alpaca wool offers many different benefits amongst our customers from being super lightweight, natural, hypoallergenic to extremely soft. So…

Tuwi alpaca Fur cushion, alpaca fur throw, and Roca throw in taupe on a sofa

Get Your Home Ready For Autumn With Baby Alpaca Blankets & Cushions

With the evenings drawing in and the temperatures gradually dropping, Autumn is definitely on its way. Prepare yourself for this autumn and stay warm with our baby alpaca blankets and baby alpaca throws that provide a similar softness to cashmere but with 5 times more warmth, making them a perfect item to keep you cosy…

man hugging white alpaca in the foreground with herd and green hills behind him

What social responsibility means to Tuwi

It’s almost a year since my last trip to Peru, for the World Fair Trade Organisation Summit. I had a wonderful time and found two new suppliers, but the poverty I witnessed only served to strengthen my commitment to fair trade principles, leading to more sustainable communities. And in the past year, Tuwi’s heartland has…

Help To Heal Tuwi’s Heartland

Tuwi’s roots are in Peru and we have been saddened by the disproportionate suffering caused by the pandemic despite the country having an early and long lockdown (from mid March to the end of August). The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control reported last week (July 25) that Peru has had more than 17,000…

TUWI Baby Alpaca Wool Wave throw in oatmeal

Baby Alpaca Wool Vs. Merino Sheep’s Wool – Which is Better?

Baby alpaca wool and Merino sheep’s wool are both known for their high-quality properties, in particular their exceptional softness. However, with both fibres already at the higher end of the wool market, how do we determine which is better? Fortunately, when the outstanding qualities that distinguish the two are put under the spotlight, the answer…

What Makes Baby Alpaca Wool Clothing & Blankets Standout?

Baby alpaca wool was originally a precious fibre reserved for South American royalty, so it's no wonder that people nowadays are still falling in love with the material’s luxurious qualities. After all, if alpaca wool clothing is good enough for royalty then it must have something pretty spectacular going for it, right? Right. You see,…

Tuwi white Fur Cushion and grey Alpaca wool Qori Throw on a bed

Staying home, what I find useful

The pandemic certainly came as a shock to us all. I am full of gratitude for all the key workers still doing their jobs so the rest of us can shelter in our own homes and wait for the worse to pass. If you’re in quarantine alone, have lost loved ones or are finding it…

photo of man and heard of alpacas in grass land with mountains and blue sky in background

Alpaca – The Superpower Fibre

I love taking a complete break at Christmas, enjoying family time and watching movies on the sofa under my alpaca blanket. But even when I’m watching The Incredibles 2 with my kids (about the family where everyone has a superpower), I’m thinking about alpaca. Now we’re all back in our daily routines and Spring seems…

side by side photos of a goat and a alpaca face

Baby Alpaca vs. Cashmere- Choosing The Right Product

What motivates our choices when we are searching for the right clothing, the right bed linen or the right blanket for ourselves or for our loved ones? Some deciding factors may be price, convenience or overall appearance. Most often though, we look for items that are comfortable due to natural properties of the fibre. We…

Sensitive Skin & The Best Hypoallergenic Clothing Fibres To Wear

When it comes to our little ones, parents would do anything to make them feel safe, comfortable and happy. We want to shield them from sickness and discomfort at any cost…