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Celinda Jaco

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107 reviews

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Peru

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"I was born in the beautiful department of Cerro de Pasco but, when I was five years old, I went to live in Lima with my godmother while my parents continued working as farmers in my hometown. I studied up to second year in middle school and then my love for textiles took over as I took courses in tailoring, knitting, crochet, toy-making and appliqué.

 

"I began working in a project with mothers who also wanted to learn about making toys, knitting and crochet. I worked in a variety of things, from bringing over things from Chile to sell in Peru to opening my own shop to sell sweaters, but that didn't work. In 2002 I started knitting informally but, thanks to the advice of my husband and children who specialize in textiles, I've been able to establish my own venture. I am constantly taking courses to hone my skills and develop further.

 

"Life is full of surprises, good and bad. I remember that once, back when I used to travel the countryside to sell different things, a taxi driver took off with everything after I had finished loading the car and before I had the chance to get in. I took another cab trying to catch up, but we never made it. However, one of my clients saw everything and identified the taxi.

 

"I thought I had lost everything, when this client called me and asked me to meet him at his house and as I walked in, I was amazed to see all of my merchandise there! I was so grateful to God and to this client!

 

"When I was a little girl I loved playing at having a trade and I enjoyed making things with my hands. Now as a grownup, I get to do it for real!

 

"My art comes from a combination of skill and creativity. I combine flat knitting with hand-embroidered details. It is very inspiring and motivating to create items that are different to what everybody else is doing. I've exhibited my creations in different fashion shows and fairs throughout Peru.

 

"The biggest goal I had set for myself was to be recognized, and I'm achieving it. I am so excited about having a chance to meet you all. I hope you like my designs and appreciate the fact each one is made with much dedication, effort, and love for this art. Thank you for trusting in me!"

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Bio

"I was born in the beautiful department of Cerro de Pasco but, when I was five years old, I went to live in Lima with my godmother while my parents continued working as farmers in my hometown. I studied up to second year in middle school and then my love for textiles took over as I took courses in tailoring, knitting, crochet, toy-making and appliqué.

 

"I began working in a project with mothers who also wanted to learn about making toys, knitting and crochet. I worked in a variety of things, from bringing over things from Chile to sell in Peru to opening my own shop to sell sweaters, but that didn't work. In 2002 I started knitting informally but, thanks to the advice of my husband and children who specialize in textiles, I've been able to establish my own venture. I am constantly taking courses to hone my skills and develop further.

 

"Life is full of surprises, good and bad. I remember that once, back when I used to travel the countryside to sell different things, a taxi driver took off with everything after I had finished loading the car and before I had the chance to get in. I took another cab trying to catch up, but we never made it. However, one of my clients saw everything and identified the taxi.

 

"I thought I had lost everything, when this client called me and asked me to meet him at his house and as I walked in, I was amazed to see all of my merchandise there! I was so grateful to God and to this client!

 

"When I was a little girl I loved playing at having a trade and I enjoyed making things with my hands. Now as a grownup, I get to do it for real!

 

"My art comes from a combination of skill and creativity. I combine flat knitting with hand-embroidered details. It is very inspiring and motivating to create items that are different to what everybody else is doing. I've exhibited my creations in different fashion shows and fairs throughout Peru.

 

"The biggest goal I had set for myself was to be recognized, and I'm achieving it. I am so excited about having a chance to meet you all. I hope you like my designs and appreciate the fact each one is made with much dedication, effort, and love for this art. Thank you for trusting in me!"

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    Warm Men's Alpaca Blend Poncho with V-neck from Peru 'Gray Nazca'
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    Harm Jan Warm and nice to wear on a cold evening sitting for long time
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    Kristin
    Awesome!
    So soft and warm, with no bulk. Beautifully made.
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    Terry
    My Travel ?Go-To? Wrap
    Soft, extremely warm, wind-breaking wrap! Fine craftsmanship...many compliments throughout an Alaskan trip. Light, easy to pack...love my cape! Will use for years to come.
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    Tricia
    Glamorous Cape
    Can't wait to wear this! Fits great and excellent workmanship.
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    Cynthia
    Poncho is great
    I am very pleased with this versatile item!
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    Lyn
    Love this
    This is the first |Ruana| I have ever had. It is a lovely light wrap, and on cooler nights can be worn over a sweater for added warmth. Recommended!
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    Sascha
    Warm & cozy
    I bought this in a burgundy shade and it is very warm and useful. I love the pockets and hood!
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    Lori
    Perfect for a classy night out
    Perfect for a dressy night out!
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    Alicia
    wonderfully comfy cape
    I am so glad that I now have a lightweight beautiful alpaca cape. My husband likes it, too
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    Diana
    Beautiful
    I wear it to work every morning.
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    Allison
    Completely happy
    This item is well made and quite warm. I am completely happy with it. The fit is great. The pockets are deep and keep my hands warm. It is light weight and soft.
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    Joyce
    Basic Black Alp,aca Blend Cape
    Fits a person 5'4", 127lbs, 36"/34D bra, 29" waist, 35.5" hips. Good weight, not thin, convenient pockets, easy to button.
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    Mary
    Fantastic choice
    Its lightweigt, yet warm. Travels well and has pockets. Whats not to love
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    Lisa
    Beautiful and classic
    This is a lovely alpaca ruana cape. It makes me wish that I lived in a cooler climate so that I could wear it more often!
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    Arlynn
    Great for a Mild Winter
    This Hooded Ruana Cape is a favorite of mine. It is a great winter weather alternative versus a heavy winter coat. I receive continuous compliments when I wear it, and am also asked where I purchased it. A must have!
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    Dorothy
    Wow!
    I am very, very happy with this cape! It is beautifully made, wonderfully warm and very unique. I am only 5'2", 125# but it works for my petite size. I love the fact that it has pockets! I could not be more pleased! Thank you Celinda Jaco! Your work is special!
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    Penelope
    My Forever coat
    I've been looking for a classy black jacket for quite a few years. This hooded cape is meticulously made and fits the bill perfectly. Just got it and hoping against hope it won't pill over the years. Will leave another review if it does. It's elegant and looks a lot more expensive than it was.
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    Susan S.
    My new favorite thing!
    The style and elegance of this wrap/coat with hood for protection from the horrible winds we get here in the high desert.Perfect for the occasions you want a dressier look but also works with jeans. There is no end to the way you can use this gorgeous design, and did I mention the wonderful softness of the fabric!
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    Lori
    beautiful cape
    beautiful workmanship and material.
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    Karen
    Beautiful and Warm
    This is a beautiful ruana cape and it is nice and warm too! Thank you so much!
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    Margaret
    Warm Cape
    This is absolutely worth it! I wore to church and to stores. Dressy and casual. Easy to don and head out the door. Great for that in between weather of not yet cold enough for parka or wool coat and wanting more than a sweatshirt hoodie. At first I couldn't find the button holes, but they are skillfully part of the crochet work.
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    Donna
    Alpaca blend hooded ruana cape
    Love the pockets, front buttons, warm, beautiful artistry. Perfect for wearing over tops that have non-traditional sleeves. Drapes beautifully! Love this piece, it was worth waiting for!
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    Betty
    This Cape is beautiful!
    This cape is made so well and the fabric is soft. I am so glad I purchased it and would recommend it without reserve.
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    Kundan
    Good description
    Very elegant!
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    Barbara
    Exactly what I was looking for!
    It's so versatile, warm and comfy. You can wear as much under it as you want and still have the carefree poncho look. And it has pockets!
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    Sheila
    Warm and Wonderful
    This bright red scarf was a delightful purchase for a gift to a friend. I liked it for its soft texture and holiday appeal. Turns out my friend is allergic, so I kept it for myself!
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    Javier
    Beautiful scarf
    This was a gift to my wife and she loved it. The color is very rich and beautiful.
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    Karen
    Warm, thick, soft & luxurious. A great value!
    Highly recommended. A substantial piece for protecting against the winter cold. The color is even richer than in the picture. This is SO reasonably priced!!
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    Jayme
    Warmth in Winter
    Lovely Christmas gift!
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    Sharon
    Gift for Husband
    I bought this scarf as a gift for my husband and he loves it. It's beautiful and soft. Thank you!
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    Joseph
    Excellent scarf
    warm and soft, great workmanship
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    Rebecca
    Sophisticated and practical
    The cold winter months are warmly enriched with this artisanal scarf. The recipient was very pleased with the gift, and appreciated the fine workmanship.
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    Eric
    Very Nice Soft Scarf!
    Classic great looking scarf
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    Jane
    Christmas gift
    My husband really liked this item.
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    Delcia
    My son-in-love's favorite!
    This scarf is soft, stylish, and beautifully made. My son-in-love loves it and wears it almost every day!
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    Kitty
    As a Gift a Hit
    Christmas gifted to a much loved, streetwise activist in the Disability Rights Movement named Shawn McDuff, now gone. He had Muscular Dystrophy and felt the cold badly. He was much impressed with its good looks and quality and how beautifully it was packaged,
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    Bill
    lovely and useful scarf
    well well crafted
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    Farida
    Quality
    Well made
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    Nancy
    Great Christmas Gift
    My son loved the color, softness and warmth of this scarf.
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    Rosario
    Perfect Scarf
    Sent this as a gift to California. Perfect for cool west coast nights.
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    Ronald
    People say I look Dapper
    Makes me feel good.
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    Bruce
    My favorite scarf
    Warm and soft, simple and stylish.
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    Angelica
    Beautiful scarf!
    My husband loves dark colored scarves, and this one was soft, dark in color, and perfect for our anniversary!
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    Sheila
    Must have scarf
    Extremely warm and good looking
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    Jack
    Attractive and comfortable
    Very nicely made of material is warm and cozy.Just a little lighter weight than I was expecting but not to the point of disappointment.
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    Dale
    Quality Craftsmanship
    Very pleased with this item, this is the third wool scarf I have purchased and they all have been well made, stylish and warm.
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    Christel
    purchased scarf
    Thanks, it arrived safely and is very much loved by my son which lives currently in the USA, California. And the winter is coming thereso he was very pleased to get such a wonderful gift, thanks again for delivering it to his door.CheersChristel
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    Cj
    Loved Christmas gift
    Very soft and wellmade
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    Carolyn
    Lovely scarf
    This scarf is so soft and the color is a gorgeous charcoal. Giving it as a gift but now I want one for myself!
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    Sharmala
    He Loves It
    I bought this for my boyfriend for Christmas (early Christmas present) and he loves it. He says it's very comfortable and warm and had the biggest smile on his face. Thank you so much, Celinda!
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    Ryan
    A Great Scarf
    I bought this scarf along with the seller's "Smoke Adventure" poncho and am pleased with how well they go together! The quality of the product is excellent and I am very happy with this purchase.
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    Skye
    Love it
    I love this poncho, I just grab and run. It's great because I ride a bile every where.
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    Nestor
    own use
    i am extremely pleased with this purchase. i have now bought three of these. they are beautiful!
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    Trent
    Beautiful craftsmanship
    I get compliments on my poncho all the time, and the alpaca makes it warm and still lightweight. Highly recommended, you won’t be disappointed.
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    Kathleen
    angora blend scarf
    My brother loved his scarf in Ohio. He said he can't wait to wear when it gets colder there.
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    Sandra
    Nice scarf
    I bought this to my husband and it is a beautiful scarf. Nice color and material.
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    Mary
    I thought the scarf was attractive and well made…
    but my husband didn’t. I’m going to return it. With regret.
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    Rick
    Andes in Autumn Scarf
    I received this scarf today in the mail. Delivery was timely with respect the distance it had to travel. The scarf is very nice. It is soft, but not too soft. The dark brown is very attractive and has a male look about it that can be dressed up or down. The scarf is well worth the price. I look for many years of use.
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    Ellen M
    This was a late autumn gift for my son.
    The photo illustration doesn't quite capture the depth of tone and color to this great scarf. It is so comfortable , warm and attractive with great workmanship. He loves it.
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    Scott
    So soft and warm
    I think I will get one for myself!
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    Angela
    Beautiful Alpaca Scarf
    I got this scarf as a Christmas present for my son. It is beautiful, soft, and masculine. The length will allow him to wear it more than one way. I think he will get a lot of warmth from this scarf.
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    Dennis
    Cosy and warm
    Perfect for chilly autumn and spring days in the UK. Very comfortable to wear and so subtly attractive.
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    Sheila
    Give the Gift of Warmth
    Lovely, high quality work. Made the perfect present for someone that is an artist in her own right. She really liked it!
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    Jennifer
    Stunning
    A stunningly simple scarf which looks and feels like a very, very high end scarf. Perfect for a man, but a woman could use it just as easily. I purchased this scarf as a gift and the recipient loved the look, soft feel, and warmth.
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    Katherine
    Pretty scard
    The scarf is a lovely shade of silver. My first thought when I tried it on was that it was a bit itchy. I'm hoping it will not be itchy when it is cold out and I am wearing a turtleneck.
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    Anthony
    A wonderful gift
    Thanks for your fine work. The gift was well received. I am very pleased!
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    J.L.
    Nicely done
    lovely scarf and feels warm enough for cold winters
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    Elizabeth
    A Stylish Way to Stay Warm
    I sent this as a gift to a relative who lives in a cool, damp climate. He started wearing it right away and said that it was, "very warm, very comfy, very appreciated!"
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    Georgia-Anna
    Definetley a gift of warmth
    Outstanding quality and craftmanship .
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    Ina
    Wonderful quality
    The scarf was made so well and I love to that it is unisex. I gave it as a gift and it was very much appreciated.
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    Meena
    Soft Warmth
    Bought is as a farewell gift for a friend. She appreciated the softness of the scarf.
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    Geraldine
    A scarf to cherish
    Gave this scarf to my son in law for Christmas and he loved it. He?ll be wearing it a lot! His first scarf.
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    Liberty
    Great Gift ! Great price! Very handsom!
    My son loves his warm winter scarf ! And this mama felt great gifting him with such a lovely handsome gift.
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    Sheila
    Soft & Elegant
    This was a gift for my granddaughter in college where there's lots of winter snow. She reported it was a beautiful and very useful gift.
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    Martha
    My son LOVES this poncho!
    Thank you so much for the beautiful poncho. My son is from Guatemala but has Incan heritage so this has very special meaning to him.
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    Leslie
    Poncho
    It’s a very comfortable very well crafted I do wish it was 100% alpaca but still very comfortable and looks great
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    Ryan
    A lovely product from a lovely seller
    I've been looking for a nice poncho for a while now and finally landed on this one by Celinda Jaco. I was very excited when I received it, and it was relatively quick to arrive given the distance that it was shipped. The quality of the product is excellent and it is exactly what I was looking for. I especially love the little personal touches provided by the seller, such as the handwritten postcard and Celinda's bio. Overall, very happy with my purchase.
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    Kathleen
    An excellent gift
    The scarf is well made and should be nice and warm to wear.
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    Edgar
    Nice and good quality
    The color its very dark.... its a present, i think its a very good option.
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    Roger N.
    Well constructed warmth
    A well made scarf with a casual look but wonderful feel and look.
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    J.L.
    lovely scarf
    would buy it again if had the need
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    G.
    He liked it! A lot!
    A warm and wonderful gift to someone who really appreciated something soft and cozy from Peru.
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    Albert
    VERY CHIC!!
    Very stylish and warm!!
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    Micah
    Very comfortable, and fits bigger guys.
    Lightweight and warm with a hood. Perfect for the blowing rain in Seattle!
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    Karen
    Exotic & trendy, yet very practical
    Very warm & comfy. Perfect for cold weather. Wear a colorful scarf to dress it up. I love the attached hood.
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    Edward
    Best Best Best
    If your looking for a high quality poncho. This is it.
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    Quinton
    Style and Comfort
    Great feeling garment with such swag. Really effective at helping to keep warm. Thanks artisans!
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    Doss
    You can't top handmade
    Top quality hand made craftsmanship. I only wish other ?bespoke ? garments were this affordable. I love it. Thanks
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    Charles
    Alpaca poncho
    This is a very soft and cozy poncho - nice enough to wear out on the town but I like to wear it around the house!
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    Jonathan
    Great gift
    Wonderful quality!
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    Cheryl
    Nice!
    Made a nice gift!
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    Jesse
    Great scarf!
    Very warm and love the design!
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    Elizabeth
    Special Gift
    Absolutely beautiful. this is a gift for my son & he will absolutely love it!!!
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    Beverley
    Alpaca Scarf
    My husband loves it because it keeps him warm on his hour long walks.
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    Trina
    My style
    I love it fits my style. I have several scarfs, That I pick that willgo with my sweater or jacket that I am wearing.
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    Sylvia
    Beautiful!
    This is so soft and good looking!
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    Blll
    What a great scarf well made.love it
    great quality work i want 2 more
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    Levi
    Great for Fall and Winter!
    I love the cozy comfort it gives on chilly nights!
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    Mel
    I'm IMPRESSED!
    Due to previous experiences, I was a bit hesitant to order something from overseas but after reading about the company, products and artists, I made a purchase and couldn't be happier! Product wasn't shipped on the slow boat from China, it was flown over! The day my tracking number started was the day it arrived at my home!! Super fast delivery!! The Poncho was beautiful, in perfect condition and exactly what I wanted! I'll definitely spread the word and I'm sure I'll receive numerous comments when wearing. Thank you so much and keep up the awesome work!
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    Joseph
    Warm and Convenient!
    Purchased this when an arm was in a sling and it was getting cold. It kept me warm when I needed. It is now in my car as an emergency garment to keep warm. It packs small and is very warm.
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    James
    This is so soft & easy to wear...
    This grey pancho is substantial, reserved but handsome & very warm..nice workmanship...
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    Joe C.
    So practical!!!
    Well made and very comfortable!
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    David
    Very nice poncho
    Very warm and soft. Lighter than I was expecting. Nicely made. Good quality.
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    Alan
    Beautiful poncho!
    It is soft, warm, and incredibly comfortable. I always get lots of compliments on it!
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    John
    Work Of Art
    i was so excited to receive the poncho when i ordered it..it looked so very beautiful....i'm happy to say that it is beyond my imagination of how incredible it truly is...made so very well, with lovely design stitches, it goes with everything...not too heavy and certainly not too light, it goes perfect with my jeans and casual shirts when i go out.....a big thank you to the maker of this ponchoJohn
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    Harm Jan
    Poncho on the camping in a cool evening
    Warm and nice to wear on a cold evening sitting for long time
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    Jesus
    LOVE IT!!!
    Super high quality, very comfortable, warm, and soft!!!
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    Susan
    Elegant and warm
    Looks good casual, or dressy. Versatile, soft and warm

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