samedi 19 avril 2014

Create Different Looks With A Baby Alpaca Yarn Scarf

By Essie Osborn


Winter is normally a drab, colorless season and for some reason most people's wardrobes reflect this. However, it's easy to bring some warmth and happiness to your day with some accessories in bright colors. A baby alpaca yarn scarf can help you to create a variety of different looks and will keep you warm too.

Alpaca fiber has been used in South America for ages. However, it's gaining popularity in the rest of the world too and is a great alternative to sheep's wool. The absence of lanolin makes it hypoallergenic and it isn't as scratchy as pure wool can be. It's ideal for cold and damp conditions because it retains its thermal properties even when it's wet. Baby alpacas produce the best yarns, which are light and soft.

If your scarf is quite short, simply wrap it around your neck and let the ends hang loose. Alternatively, knot it loosely. You can also wind it around your throat and tuck in the ends to make a type of collar that will keep your neck warm.

For added versatility, get a scarf with a longer length. If you simply drape it, the ends should reach down to at least below your hips but preferably down to your knees. If you now loop the garment a couple of times around your throat, you'll still retain some length in the ends. You may even knot the ends afterwards for a combination of wrapping and tying.

An incredibly simple option for long scarves is to fold it in half. Put it around your neck and then simply thread the two loose ends through the loop. Pull it tighter and then tuck the ends into the collar of your jacket or coat.

For polo necks or dresses with high necklines, you may want to create the same effect as you would get with long strings of beads. Tie the ends of the scarf together until you have a circle. Alternatively, sew them together so you won't have a big knot. Now take this circle and twist it once or twice to create smaller circles. Drape these around your neck and arrange them so that they're at different heights, with the knot at the back of your neck. This look is especially successful if you use contrasting colors to the outfit you're wearing.

If you live in an area with very cold winters, you'll want something to keep your head warm too. You don't necessarily have to get a hat for this, though. Simply take a wide scarf and wrap it around your head and neck, like a movie star from the Fifties. Another option is to make yourself a scoodie, which combines the best of scarves and hoodies.

Alpaca yarns are often sold in stores that sell yarns for needle-crafts. You'll also find a great variety from online suppliers. Now you only need to start knitting or crocheting. These crafts are wonderful for passing the time indoors and because scarves are so easy to make, they're perfect for beginners.




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