A beanie with an extended back, handmade on knitting needles from 100% alpaca. It has a medium weight and works well from autumn through winter, giving warmth without too much bulk around the forehead. We offer both ready-to-ship and made-to-order pieces — click your chosen size to check the current lead time.

Laurin in alpaca, Sea Mist shade

This is a classic women’s alpaca beanie that also works as a unisex style: no turn-up brim, a defined ribbed structure, and a calm, slightly muted green tone. Aga chose a double rib stitch here, which gives the knit elasticity and helps it hold its shape in regular wear.

• The lack of a turn-up brim reduces bulk around the forehead, so the beanie sits more easily under a hood.
• The extended back gives a looser finish at the back of the head, so the beanie does not look stiff when worn.
• The medium weight works well from chilly autumn into winter, so the beanie does not feel heavy for everyday wear.
• The double rib gives the knit elasticity, which helps the beanie fit the head better and lose its shape less easily.
• The surface has a delicate halo that creates a soft, slightly fluffy look, but on very sensitive skin it may feel slightly itchy.
• Its high resistance to pilling helps it keep a neat appearance for longer, so it stands up better to regular use.

Extras and care

If you like, we can make this alpaca wool beanie as a beanie with pom-pom in the same colour — the pom-pom is made from the same yarn. You can also order a matching scarf, snood or shawl if you are looking for a coordinated beanie and scarf set in alpaca. The yarn has been tested for harmful substances. Hand wash this alpaca beanie and dry it flat to help it keep its shape; you can find the details here: how to care for wool.