CHMURKA Handmade Women's Alpaca Beanie 39 Magenta

CHMURKA Alpaca 39 Magenta is a lightweight, thin beanie without a turn-up, with an extended back, handmade from an alpaca-blend yarn for the cooler days of autumn and spring. To check whether a specific piece is currently available or made to order, click your chosen size.

When this style makes sense, and when it may be better to choose another

This beanie is a good choice if you are looking for a warm yet lightweight handmade beanie that does not feel heavy on the head and can be worn throughout the transitional season. Thanks to the extended back, it works well with everyday outfits, including more expressive looks where colour plays an important role. The intense magenta shade is a strong accent, so if you prefer very neutral accessories, another colour from the CHMURKA collection may suit you better. This style is designed for autumn and spring; in severe frost, it may be too thin as the only layer.

Material and feel against the skin

This beanie is made from a yarn with a high content of alpaca wool, with added polyamide and wool, combining the natural qualities of wool with better resistance to everyday wear. The lightweight knit with a delicate halo sits around the head without creating the feeling of a heavy, bulky hat. For some people who are very sensitive to wool, the knit may feel slightly itchy, so in that case it is worth wearing a thin headband underneath or choosing a different fibre blend.

Shape and fit on the head

The CHMURKA style is a classic beanie with an extended back, worn without a turn-up, with a simple, smooth line from the forehead to the top of the head. The smooth stitch helps the knit sit evenly around the head, without thick seams or bulky areas. It has a beanie shape, so once on, it creates a relaxed drape at the back, making it easier to fit your hairstyle underneath and giving it a softer, more casual look. Its stretch comes from the blend of wool and polyamide; the beanie adjusts to the head circumference, but it is not a very close-fitting style.

How this beanie works in everyday wear

• Thin, lightweight alpaca-blend knit – provides noticeable warmth on cool transitional days without weighing down the head.
• Smooth stitch and no turn-up – make it easier to wear the beanie under a hood or a jacket with a high collar, without creating thick layers at the forehead.
• Extended beanie back – helps cover the ears and neck in lower temperatures without needing to pull the beanie tightly down over the forehead.
• Knit with a delicate halo – gives it a lightly fluffy look, but may require gentle handling to help limit pilling with frequent friction.
• Blend with a high alpaca content and added wool – helps maintain thermal comfort in changeable autumn and spring weather while keeping a moderate thickness.
• Moderate resistance to pilling – means that with frequent wear, a few small pills may appear; these are best removed by hand or with a fabric shaver.
• Handmade on knitting needles – means that each beanie may differ slightly in stitch placement, which does not affect function but highlights its handmade character.

Details and everyday care

The beanie is finished with a removable eco-leather logo tag with the Nitkowe Love logo, which can be easily taken off before washing to help preserve its appearance for longer. If you are looking for a set, you can pair this beanie with matching shawls, wraps and snoods, including alpaca styles, to create a coordinated autumn and spring set. Because it contains wool and alpaca, the beanie should be hand washed in lukewarm water; you can find more practical tips in the guide wool care, which will help you look after the knit so it keeps its shape and texture for longer.