{"product_id":"andean-knitted-christmas-stocking-multicolor","title":"Hand-Knitted Christmas Stocking — 20\" Multicolor","description":"\u003c!-- \nH1 (Shopify Product Title field): Andean Hand-Knitted Alpaca Christmas Stocking — 20\" Multicolor\nSEO Title: Hand-Knitted Alpaca Christmas Stocking | Handmade in Peru | Inspired Peru\nMeta Description: A hand-knitted alpaca yarn Christmas stocking made by a community of Andean knitters in Peru. Vibrant multicolor stripes with yarn pom-pom tassels. 20\" x 7.5\". Ships from the US.\n--\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does a hand-knitted alpaca stocking make a meaningful Christmas gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e This stocking is hand-knitted from genuine alpaca yarn by \u003cem\u003elas tejedoras\u003c\/em\u003e, a community of expert knitters working together in the Andes of Peru. Its bold multicolor stripes and hand-tied yarn pom-pom tassels are knitted by hand, not machine-made, making each one a piece of real Andean textile tradition rather than a mass-produced decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"paka-acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eThe Tradition Behind This Stocking\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis stocking is hand-knitted using genuine alpaca yarn by las tejedoras, a community of expert knitters in the Andes of Peru who work together to produce knitted pieces like this one. Each stripe is knitted by hand, row by row, using techniques passed down across generations of Andean knitters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eBecause every stocking is hand-knitted, small variations in stripe width and color placement are normal — a natural sign of handwork, not a flaw, and part of what makes each piece genuinely one-of-a-kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis is a distinct craft tradition from our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/handmade-ornaments\/products\/ayacucho-embroidered-christmas-stocking-green\"\u003eAyacucho Embroidered Christmas Stocking\u003c\/a\u003e — that piece is hand-embroidered on felt by a community of embroiderers, while this one is hand-knitted from alpaca yarn by las tejedoras. Both are genuinely handmade in Peru, just through different techniques and by different artisan communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"paka-acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: Genuine alpaca yarn, hand-knitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDesign: Multicolor horizontal stripes with a contrast heel and toe, finished with three hand-tied yarn pom-pom tassels\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eConstruction: Hand-knitted by las tejedoras, a community of expert knitters in the Andes of Peru\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSize: Approximately 20\" tall x 7.5\" wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCapacity: Holds up to about 2 lbs of small gifts or ornaments\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOrigin: Handmade in the Andes, Peru\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"paka-acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eOwnership \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eHand wash gently in cold water using a small amount of mild, fragrance-free soap, or spot clean as needed. Reshape while damp and lay flat to dry, away from direct heat — knitted alpaca yarn can stretch if hung wet. Avoid machine washing and machine drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eShips from the United States, with free shipping to the continental US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/handmade-ornaments\"\u003eBrowse all handmade ornaments from Peru\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/peruvian-gifts\"\u003eBrowse all Peruvian gifts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this stocking hand-knitted or machine-made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEntirely hand-knitted, row by row, by las tejedoras, a community of expert knitters in the Andes of Peru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the stocking made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGenuine alpaca yarn, knitted into a multicolor striped design with hand-tied yarn pom-pom tassels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is it, and how much can it hold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nApproximately 20 inches tall and 7.5 inches wide. It holds up to about 2 lbs of small gifts or ornaments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is this different from the Ayacucho Embroidered Christmas Stocking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis stocking is hand-knitted from alpaca yarn by las tejedoras. The Ayacucho stocking is hand-embroidered on felt by a different community of artisans in Ayacucho. Both are genuinely handmade in Peru, using different techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does this ship from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nShips from the United States, with free shipping to the continental US.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Inspired Peru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46422248095823,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0952\/9460\/files\/Hand_Knitted_Stocking_Stuffer.png?v=1787026725","url":"https:\/\/www.inspiredperu.com\/products\/andean-knitted-christmas-stocking-multicolor","provider":"Inspired Peru","version":"1.0","type":"link"}