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The aguayo is a traditional woven fabric from the Andes, handmade from llama, sheep, or alpaca wool. It is very durable and is commonly used for carrying items or carrying babies. It is woven artisanally in various regions of Bolivia and Peru, where each region has unique designs and colors that represent its culture. The process includes shearing the wool, spinning, dyeing with natural dyes, and weaving on the loom, usually in a vertical manner.
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