Question 1

Is alpaca softer than wool? Will it itch?

Accepted Answer

Alpaca fibers are smoother and finer than most sheep's wool — they sit closer in hand-feel to cashmere than to traditional wool, which is why alpaca throws don't usually itch the way coarse wool can. Baby alpaca is the softest grade. Quince's wool pieces use merino and lambswool, both of which are also fine enough to wear directly against skin for most people.

Question 2

How warm are alpaca and wool throws compared to cashmere?

Accepted Answer

Alpaca and wool both insulate better by weight than cashmere — meaning the same warmth in a lighter piece, or significantly more warmth in a similar weight. Wool also performs better when damp than most fibers. For cold homes, an alpaca or wool throw delivers more practical warmth than cashmere; cashmere wins on hand-feel and drape.

Question 3

Are alpaca and wool throws good for people with allergies?

Accepted Answer

Alpaca is naturally hypoallergenic — its fiber contains no lanolin, which is the substance most people are reacting to when they say they are allergic to wool. Wool itself is rarely a true allergy; what feels like an allergy is usually fiber-coarseness sensitivity, which fine wools like merino and lambswool largely avoid.

Question 4

How do I wash alpaca and wool throws?

Accepted Answer

Hand wash in cold water with a wool-safe detergent, or use a delicates cycle in a mesh bag. Skip fabric softener and bleach. Lay flat to dry, reshape while damp, and keep away from direct heat — never tumble dry. Professional dry cleaning is a safe alternative for special-care pieces.

Question 5

Can I use this throw year-round, or just in winter?

Accepted Answer

Year-round depends on the fiber. Lightweight cotton and gauze throws breathe well enough for summer; cashmere, alpaca, and wool are warm three seasons of the year and excellent for cool homes in summer; faux fur is best in fall and winter. Most homes keep a heavier throw and a lighter one and rotate them by season.

Question 6

Do throws make good gifts?

Accepted Answer

Yes — a quality throw is one of the more reliable gifts because it's hard to mis-size and easy to use. The piece arrives folded and ready, suits any home, and rewards daily use. Cashmere, alpaca, and faux fur read as gifts; organic cotton and waffle weaves read as practical-with-a-touch-of-luxury.

Question 7

What other categories should I shop with alpaca wool throws?

Accepted Answer

Explore our Linen Coverlets Bed Blankets, Throws & Blankets, Coverlets Bed Blankets, Cooling Bedding, Warm Bedding, Cotton Cashmere, Cotton Percale and Organic Cotton Blankets collections.

Alpaca & Wool Throws

Ivory Alpaca Boucle Throw

Navy/Multi Stripe Wool Camp Blanket

Brown/Amber Plaid Lambswool Throw Blanket

Olive Wool Whipstitch Throw

Latte Wool Alpaca Stripe Throw

Neutral Chunky Hand Knit Wool Throw

Oatmeal Alpaca Boucle Throw

Cocoa Alpaca Boucle Throw

Espresso Wool Whipstitch Throw

Sage/Ivory Stripe Wool Camp Blanket

Heather Taupe/Scarlett Stripe Wool Camp Blanket

Olive Alpaca Boucle Throw

Camel Ultra Luxe Basketweave Throw