It’s been nearly three decades since Charlene Schmid first developed an interest in alpaca wool. “I wanted to make a blanket for my baby,” she says with a laugh. “I learned about alpaca fiber and I’ve ...

Alpaca Threadz's handmade blankets—like the Andean Alpaca Wool Blanket shown here—are equally well-suited to outdoor adventures and indoor home decor. Photo courtesy of Alpaca Threadz The Local ...

Alpaca wool is breathable, moisture-wicking, and has great heat retention, making it a warm and comfortable addition to your wardrobe. The best alpaca sweaters are lightweight, soft, and luxurious, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Alpaca wool is very popular, but the treatment of the animals and sustainability raise concerns. Photo: Getty Images It is ...

You already know why merino wool is the perfect material for outdoor garments, but here’s a refresher anyways: merino is quick-drying, static resistant, breathable, antimicrobial (it won’t stink, even ...

Goop’s newest product has social media wondering if it’s even real. The Gwyneth Paltrow-founded health and wellness company released pictures of the Diapér Wednesday on Instagram and Facebook. “Our ...

With a Global Citizens Fellowship from the McKeen Center, Kilani traveled to the Andean city of Cusco in June, primarily to teach English and math at a charity school run by Helping Hands Cusco and to ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. FARMINGTON — There is a new alpaca farm in town that offers products to buy, ...

As a gearhead who mostly tests running shoes and apparel made for high-energy activities, I don’t often fire up about a sweater. But when I pulled on Paka’s Original Sweater for the first time, I didn ...