Mohair or mohair-blend yarn, characterized by its distinct fuzzy texture and "halo" effect.
This specific type of yarn is often used for hand-knitting lightweight but warm items like sweaters, scarves, and shawls.
Key Characteristics
Material Composition:
Typically a blend that may include 30% Mohair, 40% Acrylic, and 30% Bright silk to add strength and sheen.
Texture:
It is a long-pile or fuzzy yarn, often described as "skin-friendly" and soft.
Weight & Packaging:
This yarn is 150g.
Common Uses:
Hand-knitted thin sweaters and shirts.Lace-style shawls and hats.DIY crafts and wet felting projects.
Care and Handling Needles/Hooks:
Often worked with thin needles of 5mm or hooks of 3.5mm to create delicate lace patterns.
Maintenance:
General care for mohair blends includes not bleaching or ironing to maintain the integrity of the delicate fibers.