Who makes the organic alpaca knits?
Oeuf’s finest knits are made by hand from 100% alpaca and 100% pima cotton. The supple yarns are crafted by hand into individual knits in Bolivia by a co-operative of women. At Oeuf, we collaborate with community based organizations in developing countries to insure that our artisans earn a living wage and that their cultural traditions are respected, encouraged, and honored. We have made a personal commitment to improve the lives and communities of these artisans as we bring their unique talents to you. To see photos, click here. Shades of alpaca color Oeuf’s children’s knitwear. From the earth to the store rack, each piece is natural by material and fair trade by production. Fair trade gives power to the men and women employedm creating self-esteem and strengthening communitites. For nearly four years, Oeuf has worked with a group of knitters in Bolivia. The poorest country in South America, most of Bolivia’s population survives through subsistence farming. For generations the women