Australian knitters and crocheters alike love to work with alpaca yarn since alpaca wool is one of the softest natural fibres. At Yarn Trader, we’re proud to stock a broad selection of alpaca yarn that we ship across Australia and beyond.

Alpaca wool is three times as warm as sheep’s wool. Because it doesn’t contain lanolin, it’s less likely to cause skin irritation. If you find sheep’s wool too itchy to work with, try alpaca yarn as an alternative for your cold-weather crafting projects. Alpaca yarn comes in all weights and a variety of blends, so whether you’re making warm undergarments or a cosy outer layer, you’ll find something that works for you.

Crafters of all types also prize alpaca yarn for its resistance to water. If you need a hat that will help keep your head dry on a rainy winter day, alpaca wool may just be the right choice for you. This combination of warmth, versatility, and durability makes alpaca one of our favourite materials at Yarn Trader.

The soft fibres of alpaca wool also blend well with many other materials, from sheep’s wool to mulberry silk. For the softest, most luxurious alpaca yarn, look for baby Suri alpaca wool.