Soft Silk Mohair by Knitting for Olive is a fan favorite at the shop! The origins of this yarn are special. The Mohair is certified sustainable and RMS (Responsible Mohair Standard) and is sourced from Angora goats bred and raised in South Africa. Like all of their yarns, the fibre is completely traceable back to the farm where it is sourced. The Silk in this yarn is cruelty-free! The fibers are collected from cocoons after the chrysalises are allowed to mature into moths and escape. This means that the silk worms are not killed in the process as they are in conventional silk production. Our spinning mill follows ethical, technical and environmental standards, creating yarns free from harmful chemicals. The yarn is STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®.

Yarn details:

• 70 % Mohair / 30 % Silk
• Lace weight
• 246 yards (250 m) per 25 gram ball
• Gauge varies
• Handwash in cold water and dry flat.

In your hands:

This yarn is a dream to work with, whether paired with another yarn to create a new gauge and texture or used solo or doubled. It is light, soft and fluffy with a strong shiny silk core that shines through the halo of Mohair. Pair it with Knitting for Olive Merino, or Silk to create a new texture entirely!

Our yarnistas' top pattern picks:

• Cumulus Blouse by PetiteKnit
• Sunday Cardigan by PetiteKnit
• Holly Sweater by Pernille Larsen
• Sia Cardigan by Showroom Crochet
• North Shore Beanie by Ozetta
• Alex Hood by Pernielle Larsen

Read previous articles with more details and project ideas here on our Captain’s Log!