Alpaca Gift Guide by Budget: Under $50 to $149

Black with White Plaid alpaca scarf, hand woven by artisans in Ecuador

The short answer: Every gift in this guide is a real Winterborn piece at its current price, designed by Winterborn and handmade by artisans in Peru and Ecuador. Start with your budget, then pick for the person. Our gift sets cost less than buying the same pieces one by one, and US shipping is free on orders over $50.

Under $50

  • Alpaca Dress Socks, $28. Thin enough for shoes, warm enough for winter. A lovely first alpaca gift for a coworker, a teacher or a stocking.
  • Alpaca Sport Socks, $35. Thicker and cushioned, made for hikes, ski days and lazy weekends.
  • Dryer Balls, 3 Pack, $43. Hand felted from alpaca fleece and a cozy swap for dryer sheets. There is no size to guess.
  • Alpaca Headband, $45. Warm ears, no hat hair. One size fits most.
  • Winterborn Alpaca Gift Card, from $10. For the person who would rather choose for themselves.
Solid black alpaca dress sock, side view

Alpaca Dress Socks

Thin enough for shoes, warm enough for winter.

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Gray alpaca sport socks, handmade by artisans in Peru

Alpaca Sport Socks

Thicker and cushioned for hikes and ski days.

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Three alpaca dryer balls with a sprig of greenery, handmade by artisans in Peru

Alpaca Dryer Balls, 3 Pack

Hand felted alpaca fleece, a cozy swap for dryer sheets.

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Jamberry alpaca knit headband, handmade by artisans in Peru

Alpaca Headband

Warm ears, no hat hair.

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Two small gifts together usually clear free shipping. Dress socks plus sport socks come to $63, and dryer balls plus dress socks come to $71.

Under $75

  • Alpaca Scarves, $65. Choose from plaids, stripes, solids and variegated. Each scarf is 60% alpaca and 40% acrylic, 11 x 78 inches, and hand woven by artisan families in Ecuador. The double weave scarves are $75.
  • Fleece Lined Mittens, $60. Alpaca blend mittens with a soft fleece lining. One size fits most.
  • Alpaca Beanie, Reversible, $60. Two looks in one hat.
  • Dress Socks Gift Set, Three Pairs, $69. The sock drawer upgrade. Separately $84, so the set saves $15.

Alpaca Plaid Scarves

Hand woven in Ecuador, 11 x 78 inches.

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Fleece lined alpaca mittens in red, grey, cream, black and houndstooth, handmade by artisans in Peru

Fleece Lined Alpaca Mittens

Alpaca blend with a soft fleece lining.

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Pink & White reversible alpaca beanie

Alpaca Beanie, Reversible

Two looks in one warm hat.

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Solid black alpaca dress sock, side view

Dress Socks Gift Set, Three Pairs

The sock drawer upgrade, three pairs in one gift.

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If you are not sure of someone's taste, a plaid scarf is a safe and happy choice. Solids go with every coat. Browse all the alpaca scarves.

Amethyst Sheen solid alpaca scarf, handmade by artisans in Ecuador

Alpaca Solid Scarves

Simple color that goes with every coat.

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Under $100

  • Alpaca Glittens and Beanie Gift Set, $91. Glittens plus a reversible beanie. Separately $105, so the set saves $14.
  • Alpaca Scarf and Headband Gift Set, $95. A plaid scarf and a headband wide enough to cover the ears, for someone who would rather skip the hat. Separately $110, so the set saves $15.
  • Alpaca Lap Blanket, $100. 32 x 39 inches with a classic knotted fringe, tied with a ribbon and ready to give. Comes in Blue, Gray and Pink.
Alpaca Glittens and Beanie Gift Set: alpaca glittens and a reversible alpaca beanie

Glittens and Beanie Gift Set

Glittens plus a reversible beanie.

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Scarf and Headband Gift Set

A plaid scarf and an ear covering headband.

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Gray alpaca lap blanket with fringe, folded

Alpaca Lap Blanket

32 x 39 inches with a knotted fringe.

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$100 to $149: the bigger gifts

  • The Cozy Classic, $109. A plaid scarf and a reversible beanie. Separately $125, so the set saves $16.
  • Cozy Night In Gift Set, $111. The lap blanket plus a pair of dress socks. Separately $128, so the set saves $17.
  • The Full Winter Set, $149. One plaid scarf, one reversible beanie and one pair of fleece lined mittens, given as one present.

The Cozy Classic Gift Set

A plaid scarf and a reversible beanie.

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Alpaca Cozy Night In Gift Set: alpaca lap blanket and alpaca dress socks

Cozy Night In Gift Set

The lap blanket plus a pair of dress socks.

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Gray Plaid alpaca scarf

The Full Winter Set

Scarf, reversible beanie and fleece lined mittens.

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Here is the math on the Full Winter Set at today's single prices: scarf $65, beanie $60 and fleece lined mittens $60 come to $185, so the set saves $36. See the Full Winter Set.

How to pick

  1. Set the budget first. The prices above are everyday prices, not a flash sale.
  2. Pick for the person. A walker gets sport socks. A reader gets the lap blanket. Someone who is always cold gets the Full Winter Set.
  3. Use free shipping. Orders over $50 ship free in the US, so pairing two small gifts often costs less than you think.
  4. Order in time for Christmas. Order by Monday, December 21 for Christmas delivery. Check our Holiday Shipping Deadlines page for the latest dates.

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Winter gift guide FAQ

What is the safest gift if I do not know their taste?
A plaid scarf at $65, or the Cozy Classic at $109 for a scarf and beanie together. Plaids work for almost anyone: a partner, a parent, a friend or a teacher.

Which gift set saves the most?
The Full Winter Set saves the most in dollars: $149 against $185 for the same three pieces bought separately. The Cozy Night In set saves $17 and the Cozy Classic saves $16.

Where are these made?
Every piece is designed by Winterborn and handmade by artisans in Peru and Ecuador. Our scarves are hand woven in Ecuador, and our mittens, hats and socks are handmade in Peru. Orders ship from Lincolnwood, Illinois.

Can I return a gift?
Unworn, unwashed items with their original tags can be returned within 30 days of receiving the order. See our returns policy for the full terms.