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Mohair wool typically comes from the hair of the Angora goat and is thought to be one of the oldest fibres on the planet. It should not be confused with Angora wool, which is derived from the Angora rabbit. Mohair yarn is a luxury fibre that has been likened to cashmere and angora. Mohair is known for being durable, resilient and soft and is often combined with silk for an unmistakably lustrous sheen.
Mohair wool is a luxury fibre, and with so many great qualities it’s not a mystery why! Mohair yarn has many advantages, such as:
Mohair wool, like alpaca, is an especially warm fibre and is often used alongside other fibres to enhance them. You will often find mohair blended with other fibres such as merino or silk. The most common combination is silk mohair yarn.
Mohair yarn is made using fibres from the Angora breed of goat. Don’t get it mixed up with Angora rabbit! Mohair is highly sought after as a luxury fibre and can be one of the more expensive fibres to craft with. However, if you use it once you’ll quickly understand why so many people can’t get enough of it.
Mohair wool is a very ancient fibre that can trace its origins back to Tibet. Today, most mohair is produced in South Africa and the United States, though the best mohair is said to come from Turkey. Mohair wool is collected in the same way sheep wool is. The goats are sheared without any harm to the animal.
Everyone has different sensitivities. Most people will find mohair yarn to be very soft and smooth, but some people may still find it uncomfortable to wear directly against their skin.
If you’re ever unsure about a new fibre, the best solution is to purchase a small amount and use it to knit or crochet a small band. You can wash this as you would wash your finished projects, then wear it around your wrist like a bracelet. If it doesn’t bother you after a day or two of wear, you can go ahead and get more for a larger project. But it you find that you are sensitive to mohair you won’t have invested too much time on a big project.
Anything you want! Mohair is very popular for knitting jumpers, often held alongside a woollen yarn. The mohair makes the wool extra soft, fuzzy and warm. Another popular use for mohair is socks. It might be surprising for something so soft, but mohair yarn is really strong and tough, making it a great addition to a sock yarn.
You can knit with a strand of mohair yarn on its own, hold multiple strands of mohair together, or combine it with a strand of a different yarn. These will all create different textures and very different finished fabrics. Mohair wool has a distinctive fuzzy ‘halo’, which can add interest and fluffiness to a simple merino yarn. If you’re planning on knitting mohair with another yarn, remember that this might affect your gauge, so it’s always important to swatch.
The superb range of yarns above contain a percentage of luxurious mohair wool, and you can be sure that they are sourced from ethical producers. If you are interested in stocking up today on knitting or crocheting supplies, Yarn Worx are delighted to offer free UK delivery on all orders over £75
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