Tag: alpaca

Our Fall Favorites Checklist

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Our Fall Favorites Checklist includes all the pieces we can’t live without. This Fall, decorate your wardrobe and home with distinctive beauty and comfort.

peruvian sweaters

Ribbed Alpaca Sweater Coats (above) are a wonderfully warm way to wrap yourself in Autumn. We think you’ll find that these sweaters will quickly become one of your favorite essentials!

peruvian heart silver earrings

Milagro style silver earrings made by the Cachi sisters. Even the hoops on these delicate and eye-catching  earrings are hand-made.

south american silver brooch

We found this Traditional Silver Tupo in Cusco, Peru. It’s made by an award-winning artisan, whose family has been making traditional colonial jewelry for generations. Incredible detail and charm.

cotton alpaca throw blankets shawls peru

Rich alpaca and cotton blankets are perfect for throwing over the back of a comfy chair. Grab your hot tea, a good book, and enjoy!

real horn cuffs peru jewelry

Hand-made horn cuffs naturally embrace Autumn’s more subdued palette. Each one is hand-carved and polished to reveal the detailed landscape of color found in authentic horn.

south american art, natural art from peru

Bring sophisticated character to your home by decorating with international accents. Painted on wood with natural tints, these tablets depicting family and daily activities, are painted on wood using natural pigments and given as a gift for new homes/new members of the family.

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Sunshine in your Pocket: Our End-of-Summer Collection

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Those who are drawn to the style of Peru describe a craving for color, energy, and vibrant simplicity. Our End-of-Summer collection offers just this, an authentic and delicious selection of clothing, jewelry, and accessories that will inspire you to embrace every sunrise with passion.

silver hair accessories
Summer is a rich abundance. We think these pieces will help you radiate your own Peruvian sunshine no matter where you are. The amazing silver stick pins we have right now are available in five colors made with different Peruvian stones that bring a splash of color to your hairstyle or garment. Crafted using 950 silver (a higher quality silver than most sterling silver), this soft, warm metal will become beautifully seasoned over time.

statement jewelry silver brooch
This traditional peacock tupo is truly a treasure, worthy of passing down to younger generations. Acquired from a local award-winning artisan, the detail and quality of this piece is breathtaking. (There’s only one left!) The bold peacock is decorated with three small glass stones that catch the light while delicate little charms gently dangle from below.

summer handbag tote bag
Carry summer with you with a fun and vibrant carryall bag. Whether you’re walking to the beach or exploring a street festival with friends, these bags are big enough are for all your essentials.

elegant shawl scarf
Wrap yourself in color and elegance with a distinctive cotton or alpaca shawl. These pieces are hand-woven and each one is one-of-a-kind. These can be worn with your everyday look or draped over more formal attire. The detail, comfort, and versatility will make these accents a staple in your wardrobe.

handmade ceramic dishes
And finally, we love these richly textured hand-made ceramic dishes that bring Peru into your home and can be used in so many ways. Perfect for an afternoon snack of fresh mango or bringing a rustic note of allure to an entry table. The simple, contemporary design is gorgeously complimented by the hand-wrought texture that quietly evokes the artist’s hand.

Peru is charismatic and electric and keeps us inspired to follow our passion, discovering the creations of local artists and artisans. We travel all over Peru, meeting artists and learning about how they work. We are so happy to be able to bring their work to El Pequeno Colibri so that we can all appreciate and enjoy these moments of beauty.