Alpacas are a short, camel-like animal with long shaggy hair. They're often thought to be smaller versions of llamas, but in fact, they're not closely related to llamas at all. Though both animals originated in the same South American area, llamas were bred as pack animals, while alpacas have been consistently bred for their hair.

The hair of alpacas is processed and used in a similar manner to wool. One of the most popular products made from alpaca hair is the baby sleeping bag.

Perfect Sleep

The baby sleeping bag is an innovation, providing a way to keep your infant warm without worrying about the loose blankets in their cot. Babies sleep better and longer in a baby sleeping bag than in ordinary pyjamas or with loose blankets. Parents are given peace of mind knowing their infant is cozy in a baby sleeping bag without fear of smothering. An alpaca-hair baby sleeping bag is one step closer to perfection, thanks to its natural features.

An alpaca-hair baby sleeping bag is naturally hypoallergenic, because alpaca hair does not contain lanolin, an oil found in sheep's wool. A baby sleeping bag made from wool (and there are several manufacturers currently making them) is bound to be itchy, and the lanolin in the fiber holds on to dust and microscopic allergens, which could make your baby sick.

The design of the baby sleeping bag is based on the use of a flexible, lightweight textile, and alpaca is known for being light, yet warmer than wool. Each individual strand of alpaca hair is hollow, allowing it to hold in more heat while simultaneously being more "breatheable" than other warm fabrics, which are often tightly knit. Alpaca hair makes for a soft, lustrous, and luxurious baby sleeping bag, giving it an elegant appearance which your standard cotton-blend baby sleeping bag just can't match.

Elegance, Variety, and Quality

Alpaca hair holds dye well, but is also available in 12 beautiful natural shades in Australia, 16 in the U.S., and 52 as classified in South America. A natural baby sleeping bag crafted using alpaca hair may be anywhere from honey-gold to jet black without the use of dyes.

The quality of alpaca hair is easily measurable by softness. Though all alpaca hair is very soft and fine, it's easy to tell, comparatively, high quality from low. If you value purity, beauty, and long-lasting quality, consider purchasing apparel made from alpaca - from a baby sleeping bag to scarves, socks, sweaters, and much more.