Michell, a responsible company immersed in the world of textiles, has a rich 82-year history in this sector. Today its wish is to rediscover and reconnect with its artistic and handcrafting roots which, ultimately, generate the driving force leading to new techniques, technology and fashion.

The Art Contest promoted by Michell has for many years been undertaking the gratifying task of supporting artists from the Coast, Highlands and Jungle, of northern, southern and central Peru. Today, it might also be remembered that in its early days the contest presented and opened its doors to the plastic artist, providing a means of exhibiting his or her works in watercolour and oils, allowing the artist freedom of expression.

During the past five years, the Art Contest has experienced a transition from watercolours to textile art; in fact, the first steps were being taken to find out more about and give greater promotion to the traditional Peruvian activity of hand-weaving. Michell has created an interlude regarding watercolour and oil-painting techniques in order to focus on disseminating and encouraging hand-weaving - a most interesting artistic expression with a fascinating history - and to provide support for its promotion and development. With this modest effort, we also seek to contribute to furthering the knowledge of hand-weaving techniques, enabling them to live on into the coming generations.

Times have now led to a rediscovery of history, motivated by the magical art of textiles. In some cases it may take more than a day's work to weave just one centimetre of delicate fabric - which may record events, experiences, dreams and other subjects which inspire the weaver, who thus transforms them into art.

The objective is to rescue the multiplicity of hand-weaving techniques which have been handed down the generations and to avoid their passing into oblivion; each process is therefore documented. Similarly, support is given to the development of these artists of scarce means but priceless talent.

Furthermore, the most outstanding connoisseurs, scholars, collectors, artists, and art-lovers interested in this technique will be gathered so they can contribute with their ideas to enrich and assist with this lengthy but satisfying undertaking that enables craftsmen-artists to show their works as history which is alive, which changes, which discovers and rediscovers.

This year, the image of the Art Contest is being renovated; the logotype has been created with measured coloured lines to suggest movement and three-dimensionality. Inspired by the yarns used by Andean weavers, this is how we intend to project a new image.

With the same enthusiasm displayed by the Michell family when initiating this rewarding task in 1980, today this work is being redefined, while continuing the labour of social responsibility - on this occasion, with a commitment to the evolution of Peruvian textile art.

Michell, a responsible company immersed in the world of textiles, has a rich 82-year history in this sector. Today its wish is to rediscover and reconnect with its artistic and handcrafting roots which, ultimately, generate the driving force leading to new techniques, technology and fashion.

The Art Contest promoted by Michell has for many years been undertaking the gratifying task of supporting artists from the Coast, Highlands and Jungle, of northern, southern and central Peru. Today, it might also be remembered that in its early days the contest presented and opened its doors to the plastic artist, providing a means of exhibiting his or her works in watercolour and oils, allowing the artist freedom of expression.

During the past five years, the Art Contest has experienced a transition from watercolours to textile art; in fact, the first steps were being taken to find out more about and give greater promotion to the traditional Peruvian activity of hand-weaving. Michell has created an interlude regarding watercolour and oil-painting techniques in order to focus on disseminating and encouraging hand-weaving - a most interesting artistic expression with a fascinating history - and to provide support for its promotion and development. With this modest effort, we also seek to contribute to furthering the knowledge of hand-weaving techniques, enabling them to live on into the coming generations.

Times have now led to a rediscovery of history, motivated by the magical art of textiles. In some cases it may take more than a day's work to weave just one centimetre of delicate fabric - which may record events, experiences, dreams and other subjects which inspire the weaver, who thus transforms them into art.

The objective is to rescue the multiplicity of hand-weaving techniques which have been handed down the generations and to avoid their passing into oblivion; each process is therefore documented. Similarly, support is given to the development of these artists of scarce means but priceless talent.

Furthermore, the most outstanding connoisseurs, scholars, collectors, artists, and art-lovers interested in this technique will be gathered so they can contribute with their ideas to enrich and assist with this lengthy but satisfying undertaking that enables craftsmen-artists to show their works as history which is alive, which changes, which discovers and rediscovers.

This year, the image of the Art Contest is being renovated; the logotype has been created with measured coloured lines to suggest movement and three-dimensionality. Inspired by the yarns used by Andean weavers, this is how we intend to project a new image.

With the same enthusiasm displayed by the Michell family when initiating this rewarding task in 1980, today this work is being redefined, while continuing the labour of social responsibility - on this occasion, with a commitment to the evolution of Peruvian textile art.

MICHELL, the brand of Michell & Cia. S.A., renowned worldwide for producing the Finest Peruvian Alpaca yarns for more than 82 years, makes its 6th appearance at the Pitti Filati show in Florence, Italy on July  2nd- 4th, 2014, where it will showcase the A/W 15-16 Yarn Collections.

Based in Arequipa, Peru, Michell & Cia. is a vertically integrated company whose activities range from breeding, sorting, scouring, carding, combing, worsted spinning to dyeing of both classic and fantasy yarns. With a monthly production of 250 tons of yarns, both classic and fancy, in counts ranging from 0.5nm - 120nm, Michell presents its collections for the A/W 15-16 season for hand knitting, machine knitting, weaving and upholstery.

ANDEAN HERITAGE A/W 15-16

Our Andean Heritage is the source of our inspiration for the A/W 15-16 Michell Yarn Collections. We are determined to share our roots, history, culture and our main raw material: the Alpaca fibre. We want our customer to discover, through our new yarn lines, a piece of the Peruvian culture, landscapes, lifestyle, colours and the softness of Alpaca. 

We have a passion to work with the Alpaca fibre which combined with the latest spinning technology, allows us to create yarns that are truly special. The Andean Heritage A/W 15-16 Michell Yarn Collection features 3 lines of Yarns: Nature, Fusion and Rustic. Under each line we are presenting classic and fancy yarn that are soft, bulky and yet light, in trend colours from solid shades, heathers, melanges, colour injection to hand painted shades for industrial knitting and hand knitting.

Each collection uses the finest and luxurious Alpaca qualities: Gold Alpaca (19/20mic), Baby Alpaca (21/22mic) and FS Alpaca (25/26mic). However, it also includes a wide range of blends of Alpaca with other natural fibres such as Cashmere, Silk, Camel, Llama and Linen, as well as blend with manmade and synthetic fibres such as Lyocell and Polyamides.

As part of our new collection, we are also presenting "Eco Alpaca and Blends Yarn Collection A/W 15-16", which targets customers looking for either classic or fancy yarns made 100% natural and using natural shades only. Thus, we guarantee that this Eco Collection is 100% natural and undyed.

For those looking for stock service yarns Michell is launching its "Alpaca Stock Services A/W 15-16", which features our Stock Service in Peru and Hong Kong. The Stock Service Peru, presents new colours and 8 different qualities, 3 of them are new for the upcoming season. These qualities are presented in natural as well as trendy colours. The Stock Service Hong Kong offers 4 qualities made of Alpaca and Alpaca Blends, mostly in natural shades.

The Michell Colour Trends features the combination of world trend colours with our native earth colours, which are dyed both in an industrial and artisan way. The result are unique shades with their own character.

We invite you to visit our Michell Stand C/09 at Pitti Filati from July 2nd to 4th 2014 in Florence, Italy. For more information visit our website: www.michell.com.pe/michell or Facebook page MichellAlpaca.

Arequipa (Peru), June 23rd, 2014

MICHELL, the brand of Michell & Cia. S.A., renowned worldwide for producing the Finest Peruvian Alpaca yarns for more than 82 years, makes its 6th appearance at the Pitti Filati show in Florence, Italy on July  2nd- 4th, 2014, where it will showcase the A/W 15-16 Yarn Collections.

Based in Arequipa, Peru, Michell & Cia. is a vertically integrated company whose activities range from breeding, sorting, scouring, carding, combing, worsted spinning to dyeing of both classic and fantasy yarns. With a monthly production of 250 tons of yarns, both classic and fancy, in counts ranging from 0.5nm - 120nm, Michell presents its collections for the A/W 15-16 season for hand knitting, machine knitting, weaving and upholstery.

ANDEAN HERITAGE A/W 15-16

Our Andean Heritage is the source of our inspiration for the A/W 15-16 Michell Yarn Collections. We are determined to share our roots, history, culture and our main raw material: the Alpaca fibre. We want our customer to discover, through our new yarn lines, a piece of the Peruvian culture, landscapes, lifestyle, colours and the softness of Alpaca. 

We have a passion to work with the Alpaca fibre which combined with the latest spinning technology, allows us to create yarns that are truly special. The Andean Heritage A/W 15-16 Michell Yarn Collection features 3 lines of Yarns: Nature, Fusion and Rustic. Under each line we are presenting classic and fancy yarn that are soft, bulky and yet light, in trend colours from solid shades, heathers, melanges, colour injection to hand painted shades for industrial knitting and hand knitting.

Each collection uses the finest and luxurious Alpaca qualities: Gold Alpaca (19/20mic), Baby Alpaca (21/22mic) and FS Alpaca (25/26mic). However, it also includes a wide range of blends of Alpaca with other natural fibres such as Cashmere, Silk, Camel, Llama and Linen, as well as blend with manmade and synthetic fibres such as Lyocell and Polyamides.

As part of our new collection, we are also presenting "Eco Alpaca and Blends Yarn Collection A/W 15-16", which targets customers looking for either classic or fancy yarns made 100% natural and using natural shades only. Thus, we guarantee that this Eco Collection is 100% natural and undyed.

For those looking for stock service yarns Michell is launching its "Alpaca Stock Services A/W 15-16", which features our Stock Service in Peru and Hong Kong. The Stock Service Peru, presents new colours and 8 different qualities, 3 of them are new for the upcoming season. These qualities are presented in natural as well as trendy colours. The Stock Service Hong Kong offers 4 qualities made of Alpaca and Alpaca Blends, mostly in natural shades.

The Michell Colour Trends features the combination of world trend colours with our native earth colours, which are dyed both in an industrial and artisan way. The result are unique shades with their own character.

We invite you to visit our Michell Stand C/09 at Pitti Filati from July 2nd to 4th 2014 in Florence, Italy. For more information visit our website: www.michell.com.pe/michell or Facebook page MichellAlpaca.

Arequipa (Peru), June 23rd, 2014

With the object of furthering the development of reproduction technology and achieving genetic improvement in alpacas, the Grupo Michell and Mallkini proudly present the results of this valuable research - the Collaborative Programme for Research and Development - conducted by renowned professionals who have devoted their knowledge, time and effort to obtaining this important information.  Today, it is set out in our first newsletter, and we are sure it will be the starting point for further research achievements.

In a short summary of the newsletter, we might mention that the results obtained to date refer to areas such as Genetic Improvement and Advanced Reproduction Technology.  The latter includes the reports of in vivo and in vitro embryo production, and those related to the collection, handling and conservation of semen, and artificial insemination. 

In a short summary of the newsletter, we might mention that the results obtained to date refer to areas such as Genetic Improvement and Advanced Reproduction Technology.  The latter includes the reports of in vivo and in vitro embryo production, and those related to the collection, handling and conservation of semen, and artificial insemination. 

Among the main conclusions it should be stated that the aforementioned areas are completely developed: the next stage is the application of the research results in the field: genetic improvement, the dissemination of improved genes, and propagating the technology developed.

Find out more in our virtual newsletter:   http://www.michell.com.pe/catalogues/michell_alpaca_research_development_01

With the object of furthering the development of reproduction technology and achieving genetic improvement in alpacas, the Grupo Michell and Mallkini proudly present the results of this valuable research - the Collaborative Programme for Research and Development - conducted by renowned professionals who have devoted their knowledge, time and effort to obtaining this important information.  Today, it is set out in our first newsletter, and we are sure it will be the starting point for further research achievements.

In a short summary of the newsletter, we might mention that the results obtained to date refer to areas such as Genetic Improvement and Advanced Reproduction Technology.  The latter includes the reports of in vivo and in vitro embryo production, and those related to the collection, handling and conservation of semen, and artificial insemination. 

In a short summary of the newsletter, we might mention that the results obtained to date refer to areas such as Genetic Improvement and Advanced Reproduction Technology.  The latter includes the reports of in vivo and in vitro embryo production, and those related to the collection, handling and conservation of semen, and artificial insemination. 

Among the main conclusions it should be stated that the aforementioned areas are completely developed: the next stage is the application of the research results in the field: genetic improvement, the dissemination of improved genes, and propagating the technology developed.

Find out more in our virtual newsletter:   http://www.michell.com.pe/catalogues/michell_alpaca_research_development_01

The Michell web site has been updated with the new pictures, information and most importantly with our new Yarn Collection and Stock Services.

After a successful presentation of the Autumn/Winter 14-15 Yarn Collections at the Pitti Filati in Florence, Italy, we are happy to announce that we are launching our Yarn Collections online.

The inspiration for the new collection comes from the Andean Colours and Textures. Our overview cards show the beauty of the Andes with stormy skies. Those greyish/light blue colours have been chosen to present the yarns in our overview cards. The picture of the cover has been taken at Mallkini, which is the Michell Alpaca farm located in Puno, the main alpaca breeding region of Peru.

You will find in our Yarn Collections latest yarn and colour trends for weaving, machine knitting and hand knitting. Once an access has been granted, you will be able to see the following cards:

A/W 14-15 Andean Heritage

-          Machine Knitting Overview Yarn Collection Card

-          Alpaca Colour Trend Card

-          Alpaca Natural Trend Card

-          Colour Trend Cards for more than 10 articles

-          Eco Alpaca and Blends Overview Yarn Collection Card

-          Eco Alpaca and Blend Colour Card

-          Hand Knitting Yarn Overview Yarn Collection Card

-          Hand Knitting Colour Trend Card

In order to view the new collection, an authorisation is required, thus please fill out all the mandatory fields once you access the link with the Collection to get authorise for full access.

Also note you will be able to view our Stock Service Peru and Hong Kong. To view these cards no authorisation is required. We have updated the information of the Stock Service Peru and have included information about our Indiecita DK yarn, which is a yarn especially made for hand knitters, presented in 50grs balls, offered in more than 20 shades and available in our Michell yarn Stores in Arequipa, Cusco and Lima.

We hope you enjoy the updated web site and we invite you to follow us in Facebook and Pinterest under Michell Alpaca.

The Michell web site has been updated with the new pictures, information and most importantly with our new Yarn Collection and Stock Services.

After a successful presentation of the Autumn/Winter 14-15 Yarn Collections at the Pitti Filati in Florence, Italy, we are happy to announce that we are launching our Yarn Collections online.

The inspiration for the new collection comes from the Andean Colours and Textures. Our overview cards show the beauty of the Andes with stormy skies. Those greyish/light blue colours have been chosen to present the yarns in our overview cards. The picture of the cover has been taken at Mallkini, which is the Michell Alpaca farm located in Puno, the main alpaca breeding region of Peru.

You will find in our Yarn Collections latest yarn and colour trends for weaving, machine knitting and hand knitting. Once an access has been granted, you will be able to see the following cards:

A/W 14-15 Andean Heritage

-          Machine Knitting Overview Yarn Collection Card

-          Alpaca Colour Trend Card

-          Alpaca Natural Trend Card

-          Colour Trend Cards for more than 10 articles

-          Eco Alpaca and Blends Overview Yarn Collection Card

-          Eco Alpaca and Blend Colour Card

-          Hand Knitting Yarn Overview Yarn Collection Card

-          Hand Knitting Colour Trend Card

In order to view the new collection, an authorisation is required, thus please fill out all the mandatory fields once you access the link with the Collection to get authorise for full access.

Also note you will be able to view our Stock Service Peru and Hong Kong. To view these cards no authorisation is required. We have updated the information of the Stock Service Peru and have included information about our Indiecita DK yarn, which is a yarn especially made for hand knitters, presented in 50grs balls, offered in more than 20 shades and available in our Michell yarn Stores in Arequipa, Cusco and Lima.

We hope you enjoy the updated web site and we invite you to follow us in Facebook and Pinterest under Michell Alpaca.

We are happy to announce the launch of our new website www.mirasol.com.pe, which is a window that will help us raise awareness of the social work that has been developing since 2007 at the Michell Group with collaboration of our customers that share our philosophy of Social Responsibility.

You will learn about the beginnings of Mirasol and how it has evolved, like every child who lives and studies in Mirasol. Also you will find the exclusive Mirasol Yarn Collection, which contributes to fund this project.

To learn more about Mirasol, visit our site www.mirasol.com.pe and follow us in Facebook where will be starting to post news about this project.

We are happy to announce the launch of our new website www.mirasol.com.pe, which is a window that will help us raise awareness of the social work that has been developing since 2007 at the Michell Group with collaboration of our customers that share our philosophy of Social Responsibility.

You will learn about the beginnings of Mirasol and how it has evolved, like every child who lives and studies in Mirasol. Also you will find the exclusive Mirasol Yarn Collection, which contributes to fund this project.

To learn more about Mirasol, visit our site www.mirasol.com.pe and follow us in Facebook where will be starting to post news about this project.

This note is to let you know that we are launching our complete “stock service” AW13-14 collection of accessories and throws. Please be reminded that there is no minimum order and that goods can be delivered immediately upon order.

For the first time in the accessories category, we have included a 100% Premium Baby Alpaca brushed scarf as well as other woven and knitted fabrics in a variety of colours, styles and combinations.

For the collection of throws, we have included a variety of new styles, a wider range of colours and shades, some from our Eco collection (natural undyed colours).

We invite you to visit the following links:

Accessories

http://www.mfhknits.com/cat/c/id/6/d/Accessories#s1

Throws

http://www.mfhknits.com/cat/c/id/7/d/Throws#s1

Should you be interested in receiving more information about our prices, or have any other enquiry, please contact us (bfranco@mfhknits.com.pe).

This note is to let you know that we are launching our complete “stock service” AW13-14 collection of accessories and throws. Please be reminded that there is no minimum order and that goods can be delivered immediately upon order.

For the first time in the accessories category, we have included a 100% Premium Baby Alpaca brushed scarf as well as other woven and knitted fabrics in a variety of colours, styles and combinations.

For the collection of throws, we have included a variety of new styles, a wider range of colours and shades, some from our Eco collection (natural undyed colours).

We invite you to visit the following links:

Accessories

http://www.mfhknits.com/cat/c/id/6/d/Accessories#s1

Throws

http://www.mfhknits.com/cat/c/id/7/d/Throws#s1

Should you be interested in receiving more information about our prices, or have any other enquiry, please contact us (bfranco@mfhknits.com.pe).

We are happy to announce that the Michell Group is joining Pinterest. You can find us under Michell Alpaca - www.pinterest.com/michellalpaca . We will posting pictures relevant to Alpacas, yarns, carpets, clothing, Sol Alpaca, tourism, and fashion in general. We will also post information that will help to get inspiration. Make sure to follow us at Pinterest!

We are happy to announce that the Michell Group is joining Pinterest. You can find us under Michell Alpaca - www.pinterest.com/michellalpaca . We will posting pictures relevant to Alpacas, yarns, carpets, clothing, Sol Alpaca, tourism, and fashion in general. We will also post information that will help to get inspiration. Make sure to follow us at Pinterest!

MICHELL, the brand of Michell & Cia. S.A., renowned worldwide for producing the Finest Peruvian Alpaca Yarns, makes its 5^th appearance at the Pitti Filati show in Italy from July  3rd-5th, 2013.  Michell will show case of the A/W 2014-2015 Alpaca yarn collection featuring new structured yarns as well as colours effects.

Based in Arequipa, Peru, Michell & Cia. is a vertically integrated company whose activities range from breeding to sorting, scouring, carding, combing, worsted spinning and the dyeing of both classic and fantasy yarns. With a monthly production of 250 tons of yarn, both classic and fancy, in counts ranging from 0.5nm - 100nm, Michell presents its collections for the Autumn/Winter season for hand knitting, machine knitting, weaving and upholstery.

 ANDEAN HERITAGE A/W 2014-2015

The inspiration for Michell Yarn Collection comes from the landscapes and colours of the Peruvian Andes, the Peruvian cultural and artistic roots, and the Michell’s legacy that goes back to 1931.

The "ANDEAN HERITAGE A/W 14-15 YARN COLLECTION" features classic round yarns and fantasy yarns in boucle, chainets, flame and onde, both light and bulky yarns, and some with brushed effects mainly in Alpaca and blends with natural fibres including Cashmere, Mulberry Silk, Fine Merino Wools and Linen, and man-made fibres such as Tencel, Polyamide and Acrylic. These yarns are suitable for applications such as hand knitting, machine knitting and weaving. Each collection is presented with 3 lines: NATURE, FUSION and RUSTICA, each one aimed at different tastes and feels.

Michell will also be showing the "ECO ALPACA AND BLENDS COLLECTION A/W 14-15 " featuring both classic and fantasy yarns made of Alpaca, Alpaca Blends and Wool. We guarantee this line contains 100% natural and non-dyed raw materials.

The "ALPACA STOCK SERVICE A/W 14-15" features Stock Service in Peru and Hong Kong. The Stock Service Peru, offers the most complete offer in Peru with 8 qualities and more than 200 colours. The Stock Service Hong Kong of 4 qualities, in both cases in Alpaca and Alpaca Blends, mostly in natural shades.

In terms of colour trends, for the upcoming season Michell emphasizes the use of colour effects. It combines a wide variety of shades, resulting in unique presentations with personality and character.  The colours vary from classic solid dyes, mélanges, marls, hand paints to colour injections effects.

Visit the Michell Stand C/12 at the ground floor at Pitti Filati from July 3^rd to 5^th, 2013 in Florence, Italy. For more information visit our web site www.michell.com.pe or Facebook page Michell Alpaca.

MICHELL, the brand of Michell & Cia. S.A., renowned worldwide for producing the Finest Peruvian Alpaca Yarns, makes its 5^th appearance at the Pitti Filati show in Italy from July  3rd-5th, 2013.  Michell will show case of the A/W 2014-2015 Alpaca yarn collection featuring new structured yarns as well as colours effects.

Based in Arequipa, Peru, Michell & Cia. is a vertically integrated company whose activities range from breeding to sorting, scouring, carding, combing, worsted spinning and the dyeing of both classic and fantasy yarns. With a monthly production of 250 tons of yarn, both classic and fancy, in counts ranging from 0.5nm - 100nm, Michell presents its collections for the Autumn/Winter season for hand knitting, machine knitting, weaving and upholstery.

 ANDEAN HERITAGE A/W 2014-2015

The inspiration for Michell Yarn Collection comes from the landscapes and colours of the Peruvian Andes, the Peruvian cultural and artistic roots, and the Michell’s legacy that goes back to 1931.

The "ANDEAN HERITAGE A/W 14-15 YARN COLLECTION" features classic round yarns and fantasy yarns in boucle, chainets, flame and onde, both light and bulky yarns, and some with brushed effects mainly in Alpaca and blends with natural fibres including Cashmere, Mulberry Silk, Fine Merino Wools and Linen, and man-made fibres such as Tencel, Polyamide and Acrylic. These yarns are suitable for applications such as hand knitting, machine knitting and weaving. Each collection is presented with 3 lines: NATURE, FUSION and RUSTICA, each one aimed at different tastes and feels.

Michell will also be showing the "ECO ALPACA AND BLENDS COLLECTION A/W 14-15 " featuring both classic and fantasy yarns made of Alpaca, Alpaca Blends and Wool. We guarantee this line contains 100% natural and non-dyed raw materials.

The "ALPACA STOCK SERVICE A/W 14-15" features Stock Service in Peru and Hong Kong. The Stock Service Peru, offers the most complete offer in Peru with 8 qualities and more than 200 colours. The Stock Service Hong Kong of 4 qualities, in both cases in Alpaca and Alpaca Blends, mostly in natural shades.

In terms of colour trends, for the upcoming season Michell emphasizes the use of colour effects. It combines a wide variety of shades, resulting in unique presentations with personality and character.  The colours vary from classic solid dyes, mélanges, marls, hand paints to colour injections effects.

Visit the Michell Stand C/12 at the ground floor at Pitti Filati from July 3^rd to 5^th, 2013 in Florence, Italy. For more information visit our web site www.michell.com.pe or Facebook page Michell Alpaca.