Fluffy Mohair

Fluffy Mohair from Cowgirl Blues is a blend of 78% kid mohair, 13% wool and 9% nylon, with 220 yards in each 100 g skein. It's hand-dyed in South Africa.

Our catalog lists it as worsted, and the maker calls it "double knitting-ish." It's dense and lofty, with a full halo that makes sweaters look like clouds. The wool and nylon help it hold its shape and add strength.

It is described as soft, light and an easy introduction to mohair. It suits knitters who want the look of mohair without juggling a laceweight strand, and anyone who wants a warm, fuzzy sweater.

Best for

• Fuzzy pullovers and cardigans
• Oversized, cloud-like sweaters
• Hats and scarves with a soft halo
• First mohair projects
• Soft cowls and wraps

Working with it

The maker says it works across a huge range of needle sizes and suggests 5 mm (US 8) for a standard gauge. Smaller needles give a denser fabric, and larger ones a more open, airy look. Mohair grips when you rip back, so frog slowly. Our mohair guide has more tips. The wool and nylon content make it more substantial than a laceweight mohair, so it can be knit on its own without holding another strand.

Care

The catalog doesn't list care instructions. For a mohair blend, hand wash is safest: cool water, a gentle wool wash, no agitation, then dry flat. Shake lightly when dry to lift the halo.