An Inheritance of Wisdom.
The Creation.
In the quiet of his studio, Raul began with a single intention: to translate the weight of a father’s hope into the lightness of a textile. He designed the Sofia Collection as a living letter to his daughter, a tangible map of the virtues he hopes she will one day inherit.
Named for the Greek concept of Sophia, the profound, practical wisdom that anchors a person through the changing seasons of life. This collection is a meditation on endurance. Raul collaborated closely with our master artisans to ensure that every stitch reflected this depth, merging his modern vision with the centuries-old heritage of their craft.
The Design.
The design centers on the Olive Branch, an ancient symbol of harmony that has crossed borders for millennia. Set against a palette inspired by the first light of April, the ombré gradients represent the earth’s transition from winter’s stillness to the intentional bloom of spring. It is a reminder that peace is not the absence of pressure, but the wisdom to thrive within it.
For Raul, and for us at Beyond Borders, this is more than home decor. It is an invitation to weave a sanctuary of peace into the fabric of your own home, a gift of wisdom to be passed from one generation to the next.
Testimonials
★★★★★"Shipping was fast and such a beautiful blanket. It’s not heavy but it’s made very well and so warm. Love the colours and the size. Absolutely beautiful."
Heather
Manitoba, CA
★★★★★"Amazing product! The perfect gift for my partner who's big on sustainability so when I heard about these guys I had to grab one for her birthday. Did not disappoint and also arrived on time to us here in Austria. 10/10"
Kane
Vils, AUST
★★★★★"I ordered a blanket for my sister after getting one as a gift because I loved my blanket so much! It is incredibly comfortable and warm. Myself and my Chiweenie love getting warmth from this blanket so all around a crowd pleaser. I also like this blanket because it is quite large and covers nearly my entire queen bed. This is a quality blanket and I highly recommend it!"
Marais
Minnesota, USA
★★★★★"It’s beautiful. Soft as alpaca should be. Packaged well. I’m very happy with my selection."
Joyce
Texas, USA
★★★★★"The blanket is just the color that I envisioned for my home. Some of the best follow up service I have experienced from any on-line shopping. I will be ordering more in the future from Beyond Borders."
Kay
Montana, USA
★★★★★"I bought one of these for my daughter while visiting her in Australia and loved it so much I ordered one for myself when I got home to the uk, it’s beautiful, delivery was quick and was very well packaged."
Christine
Leeds, UK
★★★★★"Overall best bang for your buck. Nothing short of perfect here! easy to carry and they dry very quickly ! Love this towel so much!"
Christian
California, USA
★★★★★"I love my blanket. Kristen helped me exchange a previous order and get the new one to our cabin in Maine just in time. Thanks!!!"
Laurie
Florida, USA
★★★★★"Incredible! You can see every thread and detail and the time it took to make. Just wonderful! High quality."
Mishael
Versatile, Reversible, & Machine washable.
why us?
6 reasons to choose us
1. We're an ethical brand driven by empowerment and positive impact.
2. Your purchase sustains the partnerships we have with our artisans.
3. Every blanket is inspired by the beauty of nature and Andean culture.
4. We collaborate closely with artisans to create unique and exclusive designs.
5. We prioritize eco-friendly practices and recycled fibers and materials whenever possible.
6. We're fostering cultural connection through our products.
FAQs
We have a 30-day FREE return & exchange policy for customers residing in the contiguous United States. Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on international purchases at this time unless item is proven to be defective/damaged.
To learn more & see if you qualify or to start a return, please go to our Return Portal page.
We believe that going beyond borders to bridge the gaps between cultures and bringing connection through our products is the one thing that separates us from the average blanket or throw. Giving our customers the experience of engaging with different cultures and people from the Andes and beyond by using our products to bring life to their space, adventures, and memorable moments is what we hope for.
We partner and work hard with artisans to create and provide unique/quality products for our customers and retailers. With this, we strive for things to be done with excellence, quality, and care. From our partnership with the artisans who create our products to the partnerships we have with other small businesses around the globe. We believe in thriving as a team and family, not on our own.
The yarn our partnering Ecuadorian artisans use to craft each blanket with is 100% post-consumer recycled acrylic yarn from repurposed acrylic materials. Easy to care for and hypoallergenic, especially for those allergic to wool.
We have stockists that carry our products all over the USA and internationally. Check out our stockist lists HERE to see if there is a retailer near you that carries our products in their brick and mortar store!
- Free shipping on orders $100+ in contiguous US
- Processing time: 2-5 business days(Orders are not shipped/delivered on weekends or holidays).
- We ship internationally to most countries. Shipping times and rates vary and will display at checkout. (Import duties, taxes, & brokerage fees are additional & not included in the product price or shipping. You can now prepay for duties and taxes at checkoutwhen you place your order with us andchoose DDP (delivery duties paid).
Check Shipping Policy Page for more info.or email us at: info@beyondborderscollective.com if you have any additional questions.
EXCEPTIONS / NON-RETURNABLE AND NON-EXCHANGEABLE ITEMS
Certain types of items cannot be returned or exchanged, including:
Final sale items (items purchased in the clearance section)
Items that are discontinued
International orders (unless items are proven to have damages or defects)
Shipping costs on orders that do not qualify for free shipping
E-Gift cards are also non-returnable and non-exchangeable
Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns about your specific item at info@beyondborderscollective.com
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