The Versatility Of A Baby Alpaca Yarn Scarf

By Essie Osborn


Winter is a time for outfits accessorized by hats, gloves and scarves. When everything is cold and gray outside, these accessories can bring instant splashes of color to your day. They're nice and warm too, making you feel snug and protected against the biting air. With a baby alpaca yarn scarf you also have an easy, non-expensive way to create a variety of looks.

Yarn made of alpaca fiber is becoming increasingly popular. It's hypoallergenic because it doesn't contain lanolin, like sheep's wool does. It's less scratchy too and even when it's wet, it retains warmth, so it's perfect for rainy or snowy winter weather. The fiber coming from baby alpacas is the finest grade you can get and it's super soft and light.

If your scarf is quite short, simply wrap it around your neck and let the ends hang loose. Alternatively, knot it loosely. You can also wind it around your throat and tuck in the ends to make a type of collar that will keep your neck warm.

If you want lots of versatility, look for longer scarves. They create a flowing look if the ends simply drop down to your hips or legs. You won't loose too much of this effect when you tie the garment around your neck several times. In fact, you can create a wonderful look by wrapping it twice or three times around your throat and then knotting the loose ends like a tie.

Another great option is the double wrap. Fold the item in half and drape it around the back of your neck. Then pull the loose ends on one side through the loop that formed where you made the fold and pull everything together, almost like you would do with a tie. This look works best when you wear a coat or jacket buttoned up over the loose ends.

Another great way to wear very long scarves is to tie the two ends together so that you have a big circle. Then twist this a few times to make two or three smaller loops and drape these around your neck like you would do with a long string of beads. If you want, you may even sew the two ends of the garment together so that you'll have a permanent circle. This look works especially well with color-graded yarns or scarves with interesting patterns, such as crocheted ones, worn as a focal point with a plain polo neck.

It's not only your neck that you'll want to keep warm when you venture outside in the cold. You'll want to protect your ears too and wide scarves that can be draped over your head and then around your throat are perfect for this. A quirky twist is to invest in a scoodie, which is like a cross between a scarf and a hoodie.

To find the best baby alpaca yarns, simply look in your local needle-craft store or online. There is a variety of colors to choose from. Then learn how to knit or crochet. Scarves are the perfect projects for beginners to make because they're simple and quick to create. Moreover, you'll have something to do on those cold, boring winter nights.




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