What is mohair yarn?

Mohair wool, a gem in the textile world, is derived from the luxurious coats of Angora goats. Renowned for its glossy sheen, resilience, and exceptional dye affinity, mohair is a cherished choice for crafting premium textiles. It offers knitting and crochet aficionados an extraordinary canvas to showcase their creativity and finesse.

Harvesting mohair from Angora goats is an art honed over generations, marrying animal welfare with fibre excellence. This ethical approach resonates with sustainable fashion's core values: conscientious resource utilisation and respect for animal rights. Mohair's allure isn't just in its tactile richness or lustre; it's in its thermal capabilities, making it a treasure for those who knit and crochet. These crafters relish not just the tactile joy mohair brings but the unparalleled quality it imbues in their work.

The quality of mohair yarn depends a lot on the age of the goat that the fibres come from. The older the goat, the coarser its fibres become. The goats are therefore divided into three age groups; goat kids, young goats and adult goats. Mohair from Adult Goats lends itself well for e.g. carpets and rugs, while Mohair from Goat Kids is great for jumpers and socks. This is also where you find the difference between "kid mohair" and regular mohair.

Mohair yarn is also considered to be quite exclusive and is even referred to as "diamond yarn" by some people.

Mohair Yarn

Up to 26%

The good properties of Mohair yarn

Mohair yarn usually has a pure, white colour, but mohair of a light grey colour is also easily available. Mohair yarn is extremely receptive to dyes, making it super easy to dye, and you can therefore often find mohair yarn in various bright colours.

You can use clothes made of mohair yarn all year round. Mohair has a warm and insulating effect in the cold winter months and a cooling and breathable effect in the summer months. This is also one of the reasons why mohair yarn is so popular for both knitting and crochet.

In essence, mohair wool weaves together tradition, luxury, and sustainability. From the backs of Angora goats to the craft shop displays, it symbolises a dedication to excellence and ethical practice. For the knitting and crochet community, mohair is more than a material; it's a conduit for artistic expression and masterful craftsmanship, encapsulated in a friendly, informative, and persuasive tone that resonates with our ethos.