Sleeping Better with Natural Fibres:
Sleeping with natural fibres, such as alpaca, has long been known to give a better nights sleep, and now we know why. Natural fibres disperse moisture from the skin, providing an even warmth and body temperature, and are naturally flame resistant.

Considering the fact that our babies spend most of their life in bed, you probably agree that it is important that babies beds are free from humidity, cold and dampness. During sleeping hours our body loses around a cup of water from perspiration, which ends up in our bed sheets, our blankets and in the mattress.

Microscopic pores of the natural fibre effectively respond to changes in humidity, drawing moisture away from the body and into the air, making alpaca products suitable for every climate. Alpaca fibre, for example, can absorb up to one-third of its own weight in vapour depending on relative humidity. Natural Fibres have an ability to shed water, yet readily admit water vapour.

Synthetic fibres can only absorb 2-3 per cent of moisture before they begin to feel wet.

Soft and luxurious to touch, natural fibres are unsurpassed in flexible strength. Natural fibres are difficult to tear because natural fibres can be bent backwards and forwards without breaking.

We believe that an investment in natural fibre products is a long-term investment in quality, comfort and performance.

FAQ

What does alpaca fiber feel like?
Alpaca has softness like no other natural fiber. Most people find alpaca apparel to be without the itch associated with wool. It is also very lightweight, yet warmer than wool.

What is the difference between sheep wool and alpaca fiber?
Sheep's wool has a different physical make-up than that of alpaca fiber. The outside of each strand of wool has tiny, microscopic scales along the length of the strand. When garments made with wool are worn next to the skin, these scales catch the surface of the skin and cause some wool to feel prickly. Strands of alpaca fiber are smooth and therefore feel less prickly or itchy next to the skin. Alpaca too, is lanolin free (lanolin holds dust and microscopic allergens that create allergies to wool), which allows for the hypoallergenic nature of the fiber. Each individual strand of fiber is hollow. This gives alpaca a tremendous thermal capacity that allows for a breathable fiber with an insulating nature. Alpaca insulates from cool and warm temperatures.

Does alpaca itch like wool?
Most people who are sensitive to wool products find that they can wear alpaca without the same sensitivity.

Is alpaca warm?
Yes! Alpaca fiber has a hollow core that gives it incredible thermal properties. While being warm in cold weather, it can breathe and is comfortable for any season.

Will I be allergic to alpaca?
Most people who have wool based allergies will not be allergic to alpaca. Alpaca doesn't contain lanolin found in wool (lanolin holds dust and microscopic allergens that often create allergies associated to wool).

Washing your Ergopouch
Hand-washing is the gentlest method of cleaning an Alpaca product. Although a gentle machine wash is ok too.
Follow these simple steps and your Alpaca product will give you years of luxurious comfort and wear.

Gently wash in warm water with a mild soap (mild shampoo will do) and thoroughly rinse in water of the same temperature.
Never wring or twist.
Gently press excess water from garment.
Hang to dry. DO NOT tumble dry.

IRONING TIPS
Set iron for WOOL setting and add water
Always use steam heat when pressing
Use a cloth when top pressing.