South American Imports
| Cholecos | Hats | Table Cloths |
| Silver Chains | Pens | Silver Charms |
| Bags & Backpacks | Rings | Animal Necklaces |
| Rock Bracelets | Earrings | Rock Pendants |
An enlargement of each product below can
be seen by double-clicking on the picture.
Alpaca $25 Colored Yarn $15
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Chullos are handcrafted from Peru. The earth tone colored chullos are made of 100% alpaca wool. The brightly colored chullos are made of 100% acrylic yarn. These are the hats that llama and alpaca herders in the Peruvian Andes wear to keep their heads warm some 11,200 to 12,800 feet high! These hats are excellent insulators for snowboarders, skiers and general cold weather gear. They can be worn under helmets and caps. One size fits all! |
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Alpaca $24 Colored Yarn $20
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Sombero redondos are made of alpaca wool and acrylic yarn. These are available in colors and earth tones.
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Mochilitas $20
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Mochilitas are tiny versions of the Mochilas Grandes. These are very popular items here in the United States and in South America. They are 4.5" wide by 3.5" deep at the base of the bag, the width is 8" in the middle of the bag and it is 8" in height. It sports a 4" by 3.5" zippered pouch on the front for carrying small items such as keys and coins. These are made of 100% cotton/acrylic mix. A safety snap secures contents and provides easy access. Its textile design is derived from historical Peruvian Indian weavings. |
Bolsitas $10
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Bolsitas are all purpose
pouchs. They
are made of 100% cotton/acrylic mix. These are made from traditional Peruvian Indian
textile patterns. They come in enough variety of colors to suit anyone tastes.
They measure approximately 6.5" wide by 9" in height. A 24" knitted yarn strap
easily supports 10+lbs (although why anyone would carry that much with this
pouch is a mystery to me). Decorative tassels finish the appearance.
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Cholecos (Vests) Medium $35 Large $40 X-Large $45
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These
are Peruvian vests. They are made of 25% cotton/acrylic mix and 25% wool. The insides have been brushed to a soft
pile. Traditional handcrafted
Peruvian .
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Rock Bracelets $15
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These
are made of semiprecious stones such as hematite, rose quartz, onyx, agate, and verde quartz. The alpaca (German
Silver) wire is
twisted and hammered by hand. Each bracelet is handcrafted with an assortment of
these materials to make each one a one of a kind work of art.
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Rock Pendants $10
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These
are made of semiprecious stones such as petrified wood, rose quartz, hematite, verde quartz, crystal quartz,
agate, citrine, fire agate, topaz, onyx, sodalite, amethyst. Please specify
choice of 18k gold or fine silver. Some have overlays of gold or silver luck
charms, such as four leaf clovers, owls, horseshoes, birds, elephants, and
dolphins. Some people attribute special properties to some of these stones, for
example:
Under zodiac signs Aries: Petrified wood is said to convey power, energy, and courage.
Taurus: Rose quartz is said to be the rock of love, attracts one’s soul mate.
Gemini: Hematite is said to aid in your circulatory system and increases your self-esteem.
Cancer: Verde quartz is said to aid in curing sickness and has a calming influence that increases self confidence and natural control.
Leo: Crystal quartz is said to transmit cosmic energy and provides emotional, physical, and mental equilibrium.
Virgo: Agate is said to ground one to the earth and aid in the equilibrium of physical and mental balance.
Libra: Citrine is said to bring one closer to the sun and attracts material wealth, it also aids in negotiations and studying.
Scorpio: Fire Agate is said to have the same properties of medicinal waters, fortifies the heart, gives courage, in general aids in negotiations.
Sagittarius: Topaz is said to protect one from false friends and evil intentions, it is an aid to the nervous system and alleviates stress.
Capricorn: Onyx is said to be the best rock for concentration and inspiration, it is the rock of power, and it alleviates depression. Is said to strengthen bones, hair, and nails.
Aquarius: Sodalite is said to aid the mental functions and augments comprehension, rational thought processes, and helps focus concentration and memorization. Combats insomnia and stress.
Pisces: Amethyst is said to transform negative energy into positive energy. Embodies the spiritual and intuitive aspects. Calms and makes tranquil people near you. Combats diabetes, alcoholism, and insomnia.
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Silver Chains Cordon Diamatadas Pancer 50 cm $15 60 cm $23
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These
are not sterling silver! These are some of the purest silver
chains possible and as such are listed as fine silver. We carry three different styles in
two different lengths, 50cm(19.68") and 60cm(23.62"). The Cordon chain
resembles the shape of a fine cord. The Diamantadas chain is cut so that the
loops of the chain reflect the most light, hence the description
diamond cut. The Pancer chain is designed after the chain mail that was used as
a form of body armor in medieval times and is the finest in size and link.
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Silver Charms $8 Silver Charms with gemstones $10
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Like our fine silver chains, these are made of fine silver. We carry four leaf clovers with a semiprecious gemstone center, hearts with a semiprecious gemstone center, horseshoes with a clover and semiprecious gemstone center, llamas, elephants, anchors, and birds. |
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Four-leaf clover: general luck, luck with money |
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Heart: luck with love |
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Horseshoe: wards away bad luck, good for general luck |
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Llama: protects you from strangers |
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Elephant: good health and stamina |
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Anchor: keeps one safe in travel |
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Holy Spirit/Bird: provides peace, tranquility, and happiness |
Fetishes $4.50
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Animal Necklaces (Fetishes): Fetishes have been used for many centuries through out the world. The meaning of the different fetishes have meant different things to people over time. Fetishes have been worn to protect and give certain animal strengths to their wearers. Our Peruvian fetishes do not have such deep significance. Many of our fetishes have come about as a result of folktales and myths, often from such far away countries as China, Australia, Africa, Greece, Japan, etc. By clicking on the animal name you can read a folktale or myth about that particular animal. Please enjoy the stories as I had fun writing them. Many of them are of stories I heard as a child. Koalas: Come from Australia. They live on trees. They eat only eucalyptus shoots and leaves, which also provide them with their water needs. Cats: The most common feline in the world. They come in many different sizes and types. Kittens are usually born in the spring. They are very cute and children enjoy them immensely. Ducks: They are called "Green Teals" in South America. They like warm water, shallow ponds, lakes and streams. Some of these ducks you can see in the USA but as soon as it gets cold they have no problem traveling 7000 miles to get back to South America! Pandas: Are extremely rare. They come from China, Nepal or Western Burma. Their main food is bamboo. Elephants: Come from Africa and Asia. They are the largest living land mammals. The pregnancy of an elephant can last almost two years. Frogs: These amphibians are found throughout the world except for the Antarctica. Most frogs live in or near fresh water. Some live on land, on trees, or underground. Some eat insects; some eat worms, and some even eat small rodents! Dogs: Have migrated throughout the world. They are thought to be the first domesticated animal because of their intelligence and sociable nature. Many different breeds exist throughout the world because of the different interests of dog breeders. Owls: During the time that the Incas ruled the owls were revered as an animal of wisdom. The Incas called them Huacos and treated them with much respect. Owls are very beautiful animals. They sleep during the day and during the night they hunt. Parrots: Come from tropical and subtropical forests throughout the world. They can live for a very long time and can mimic human speech. Alligators: Are found in the United States and in China. Their name comes from the Spanish word "el largato" which means lizard. They are very good mothers despite their fierce appearance and care for their young up to two years. |
Rings $10.00
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Earrings $14.00
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Pens $8.00
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