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Lovingly knitted in Peru for Samantha Holmes by an expert team of skilled artisans, this exquisite Nordic style blanket is crafted in a soft, durable alpaca and lambs wool blend and boasts not only luxurious material, but also a touch of humour with its update on the traditional fair isle design - spot the alpacas!

Gently felted for a snag-proof finish, the pattern is expertly reversed on the under side (no floaters like you usually get with Fair Isle knitting) and the finished product is durable, warm and very beautiful. The blanket looks most impressive draped over the sofa or at the end of the bed but is practical too and is perfect for picnics and festivals, travelling and star gazing.

This superb Fair Isle Blanket also makes an ideal gift for a new born - perfect as a cot blanket or simply for wrapping around baby.