About Samantha Holmes Alpaca Clothing and Gifts

NEWS! 14 September: US & EU orders DDP Duty Delivery Paid. That means IMPORT CHARGES PRE-PAID by us and FASTER TRANSIT via Customs. You only pay what you pay at checkout and nothing more. EU clients must pay their own Import VAT - separate from Import Tax. We are a small business in Scotland, specialising in soft, cosy, natural alpaca clothing. Founded in 2003, my inspiration for my designs and colours comes from the dramatic scenery of Scotland's West Coast where I work from home. I have always loved traditional craftsmanship and the natural world. Once known as the Gold of the Incas, alpaca fleece was once treasured by Inca Royalty for its lustre and unique buttery softness. It is super-insulating, hard wearing, hypo-allergenic and comes in many natural colours ranging from cream, beige, brown, grey to charcoal and black. My alpaca products are simple, versatile and timeless. Each piece is beautifully made and hand-finished in Peru. Our business helps sustain the livelihoods of the families and homeworkers who make for us in poor communities, protecting a fragile tradition that stretches back thousands of years to pre-Incan times. • Sustainably and ethically made • Unique silkiness which improves with age • Durable, no bobbling or pilling • Low prickle factor • Natural and Hypoallergenic • High warmth to weight ratio Read their story