Warmer than merino, silkier than wool, and incredibly gentle on sensitive skin — alpaca is one of the world's most treasured natural fibres, and this is your home for everything alpaca at The Wool Shop.

From premium alpaca yarns in weights from 2 ply to 14 ply, to knitting patterns designed to make the most of alpaca's beautiful drape and warmth, you'll find it all here. We stock baby alpaca, suri alpaca, alpaca blends, and yarns from specialist brands including Alpaca Yarns and Alpaca Yarn Co — all chosen for their exceptional quality and beautiful performance.

Why knitters love alpaca:

• Warmer than merino and lighter than wool — exceptional warmth without bulk
• Silky, not scratchy — perfect for sensitive skin, chemotherapy patients, and neurodivergent knitters with texture sensitivities
• Incredibly durable — alpaca garments last for years and hold their shape beautifully
• Lightweight with surprising meterage — always check meterage over ball weight when choosing alpaca
• Beautiful for baby knits — soft, warm, and gentle on delicate skin
• Not ideal for moisture-wicking — choose merino for activewear or summer hats instead

What you'll find here:

• Alpaca yarns — baby alpaca, suri alpaca, and blends in 2–14 ply
• Alpaca knitting patterns — sweaters, cardigans, accessories, and homewares
• Alpaca Yarn Co — a NZ brand with accessible, quality alpaca from sock weight to chunky
• Alpaca Yarns brand — including the beloved Indiecita 14 ply and Sportif range

All stocked and shipped fast from our Rangiora store across New Zealand and to Australia.

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