Wilmer Vilchez

Wilmer Vilchez alpaca apparel

"I was born in San Pedro de Cajas, moved to Huancayo when I was 14 years, and entered the wonderful world of textiles just by watching my parents. I was fascinated! I learned from them gradually, and they taught me all the serets of working with alpaca fleece. As time went by, I began to work with them and, eventually, they put me in charge of the family workshop.

"I describe my art like I do my feelings — that is, I weave how I feel when I'm designing, and I use colors and different types of weaves to convey how I feel, the happiness in my heart. My motivation comes from my deep love for this art, to what I do. You can see it through the dedication and effort I put into every piece.

"The greatest challenge I've had to face is actually ongoing — I'm determined to always aim for the best, whether as a person, a worker or a team leader.

"To all of you, all I can say is thank you, and God bless you."

Handmade: A Global Artisan Marketplace Lima, Peru

"I describe my art like I do my feelings — that is, I weave how I feel when I'm designing, and I use colors and different types of weaves to convey how I feel, the happiness in my heart. My motivation comes from my deep love for this art, to what I do. You can see it through the dedication and effort I put into every piece.

"The greatest challenge I've had to face is actually ongoing — I'm determined to always aim for the best, whether as a person, a worker or a team leader.

"To all of you, all I can say is thank you, and God bless you."

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Explore the Andes region, once home to the Inca, Wari, Chavin and other ancient empires. Today, the influences of these ancient civilizations can be found in the artistic handicraft traditions that artisans use to create the vast array of jewelry, home furnishings, pottery, textiles, paintings and folk art that preserve the diverse, complex heritage of this colorful Latin land.

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This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

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This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Maker BadgeMicrocredit Financing

Wilmer Vilchez has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $850 and the most recent for $1050.

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Handmade Peruvian Alpaca Wool Patterned Shawl 'Huancayo Warmth'

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Unique Fine Alpaca Wool Neutral Color Shawl 'Quiet Atacama'

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Marlene I bought this shawl for my sisters birthday. She got tears in her eyes when she opened the gift box. I knew she would love it. She has always been a fashionable woman and she knows good quality when she sees it. She even wore the shawl my wedding.I will save Wilmer Vilchez information for future purchases.

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Alpaca Wool Patterned Shawl 'Huancayo Blues'

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Charlotte The color is so beautiful, I love the length.

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December 6, 2023

M Magpie

Purple is my favorite color, and the shade of turquoise blue used in this scarf is my go to back up when I can't find stuff in purple. It is also wonderfully soft and I decided I needed one to hang as decoration and one to wear, or more accurately use for autistic stimming, as it is fantastic to hold!

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