This "chullo" hat with earflaps is hand-knitted from alpaca wool. This hat is a traditional way of keeping warm in the high plain "altiplano" in Peru and Bolivia, they are great however for the British climate as well. Alpaca wool which is exceptionally strong, warm and soft. Available in the natural colors of the alpaca but patterns will vary slightly.
Tumia Latin American Crafts was founded in 1978 promoting fair trade crafts and goods from Latin America, working closely with organizations such as Tradecraft and Oxfam Trading. Tumia LAC has worked with our craftsmen in Latin America for many years and ensures that we pay a fair price (set by our partners), good working conditions and a sustainable future for our workers.