The Best Alpaca Blankets & Throws of 2021

What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think about blankets? You probably think of cozy nights curled up in bed or maybe watching a movie with your partner on the couch. Throw blankets are great for those moments when you want to relax and detach from the craziness of the outside world, especially during the circumstances we're all facing at the moment. Hence why they are easily among the most popular pieces for the home.

A throw blanket can be used all around the house thanks to its convenient size, for example, serving as an accent piece that’s perfect for your interior design scheme by placing it on top of the couch. And that way you can also grab it whenever you feel a little chilly in your living room.

When it comes to the ideal textile for blankets and throws to use around the house, our alpaca blankets & throws are unbeatable. Alpaca are raised by small herding communities in the Andes, mostly in Peru. These animals are treasured and treated respectfully as their fleece represents the main source of income for many small independent Peruvian herdsmen.

Alpaca fiber is truly an amazing natural substance. It has thermal properties due to microscopic air bubbles found inside the hair. It allows the user to “breathe” through the fibers during hot weather days or retain body heat on a cold night. It comes in 20 natural colors and that means a greener alternative with plenty of options for everyone, especially home decor enthusiasts. 

It can be spun in a variety of ways to create light alpaca throws or heavier, more substantial blankets. Whether lightweight or extra-warm, alpaca throw blankets will always provide a soft and silky texture while remaining naturally wrinkle-resistant, insulating, and hypoallergenic. It is also quite versatile. Given its fire, water, and odor resistance it is great for travel and outdoor activities like camping and sitting by the fire. 

We've picked out some of the best throw blankets available in Alpaca Collections at the moment for you to take a look at:

100% BABY ALPACA WINDOWPANE THROW

Its windowpane design gives this classic blanket a sophisticated look. It's available in five different color combinations and the low-key striped pattern is neutral enough to be paired with other patterns and textures. The advantage of a throw blanket is that it’s incredibly versatile as a design tool. It moves easily from space to space, so you can quickly refresh the look of your rooms without a lot of effort.

TRAVEL KIT BABY ALPACA BLANKET

Our primary recommendation if you're searching for a lightweight blanket. This one is made of a baby alpaca & cotton blend. It is great to wrap around your shoulders when you’re cold or to cover your legs while working from home late in the night. You can even bring it with you on the airplane thanks to its sober look. You’ll value all of the many uses this one item provides.

JET - ECO BABY ALPACA BLANKET THROW

What makes this one our eco-friendly recommendation? Well, all of the colors available for this one are natural, undyed. In general Alpaca fiber requires less processing and Alpacas themselves have a far smaller impact on their environment. Hence why Alpaca fiber is considered one of the most sustainable fabric alternatives. This is our Best Seller and for good reason! Many customers have gone as far as saying it is "as soft as a cloud". Aside from its incredible softness, this throw has a delightfully textured appearance and all the colors available will add visual interest wherever you decide to put it. That also makes this one perfect as a wedding gift.

WHITE 100% BABY ALPACA BLANKET THROW

Solid color 100% Baby Alpaca blanket. Its simple design has an elegant look that can complement a variety of different aesthetics. Thanks to its dimensions (51.15" X 70.86") it can be draped on the couch and it's large enough to share. The specific color we are highlighting here can be combined with almost anything, for example,  it can be draped across the bed to add a little accent piece to your bedroom when it is not being used to keep you warm at night.

We hope this info will aid you the next time you plan on picking up some Alpaca Throw Blankets! We, at Alpaca Collections, have a whole section dedicated to blankets with even more options for you to choose from. If you have any questions or want to know more about a certain product, feel free to contact us at [email protected] and we will do our best to help you with your alpaca clothing needs.