Alpaca Apr 2026

Pin drafting an Alpaca blend. It's so soft and feels amazing.

In fiber arts, "drafting" refers to the process of pulling out a clump of fiber (like alpaca fleece) and thinning it down to the desired thickness before it is twisted into yarn. Because alpaca fiber lacks the natural "crimp" and scales found in sheep’s wool, it can be slippery and challenging to draft smoothly on its own. Key Tips for Drafting Alpaca alpaca