You’ve been knitting and crocheting for a while, and now you’re ready to level up your fibre game. Enter kid mohair silk—a yarn so luxurious, even your cat will side-eye you in jealousy. But why should you dive into this fluffy, cloud-like goodness? Let me count the ways:
Soft as a Baby Unicorn’s Tail: Kid mohair silk feels like knitting with a baby unicorn’s tail (don’t worry, no unicorns were harmed). It’s so soft and airy that you might start petting it more than actually knitting or crocheting.
Durable as a Spiderweb… Spun by Super-Spiders: This yarn is deceptively strong. It may look like a delicate wisp, but thanks to the silk content, it’s got the strength of a web spun by spiders who also do CrossFit.
The Drape of a Regal Cape: Ever want to feel like royalty? Well, kid mohair silk drapes like the fanciest cape you've ever imagined. Whether it’s a shawl or sweater, you’ll be gliding around the house like you're attending a royal ball… or just running out for coffee.
Elegant Halo (No, Not the Video Game): Forget the world of matte finishes—kid mohair silk adds a heavenly glow to your work. Hold it double with another yarn, and suddenly your project has the ethereal aura of a project that says, “Yes, I am fancy.”
What to Make with Kid Mohair Silk (Aside from Stroking It Lovingly of Course)?
This fibre is so versatile, you'll wonder where it's been your whole life. The project list is endless! Mohair can be the star of the show or best supporting actor, it all depends what you want to make. Here are a few ideas and pattern suggestions to get you started, but once you get going, you're bound to get lost in a Ravelry rabbit hole...Enjoy!
Lace Shawls: Want to look like you’ve just emerged from an enchanted forest, draped in mist? Knit or crochet a lace shawl with kid mohair silk, and you’ll feel as light and airy as an autumn breeze. Check out these knitting and crochet patterns that are sure to inspire you. From left to right, Wispy Shawl (knit) by Joji Locatelli, Agnes Shawl (knit) by Caroline Wiens, Dancing in September (crochet) by Tine Jensen, and Linda Crochet Lace Shawl by Kimberly K. McAlindin.
Lightweight Sweaters: Need a sweater that says, “I’m cozy, but also might break into a spontaneous poetry reading”? Mohair silk sweaters are feather-light but still keep you warm, making them ideal for when the weather can’t make up its mind—just like me when picking a project. Here are a few lace weight knit and crochet patterns for you to contemplate (from left to right) - Frost by Kim Hargreaves, Sweater Jeanne Pattern by Lang Yarns Switzerland, Casual Mohair Pullover by Brenda Grobler, and Genesis by Lisa Richardson.
Scarves and Cowls: Because nothing says “I’m fashionable and I know it” like a soft, fluffy cowl or scarf. Wrap yourself in one, and suddenly everyone will want to know where you got it. You can smugly reply, “Oh, I made it… with kid mohair silk.” Check out (pictures in order above from left to right) the F620 knitted Cowl by Plymouth Yarn Design Studio, the Fluttering Leaves knitted Mohair Scarf by Adèle Hempel, the Reversible Mohair Crochet Cowl by Julie Blagojevich, and the Floof Moof Mohair Crochet Scarf by Debbie Seton.
Holding Double: If you really want to feel like a yarn connoisseur, hold your mohair double with another yarn. It’ll add warmth and a soft halo to your project, and also make you feel like you’ve just discovered the secret to life, the universe, and everything. There are seriously no limits to what you can pair mohair with, just keep in mind that your yarn weight increases when you hold it with another yarn.
The Saturday Shawl by Jackie Rose (pictured left) is knit with a worsted weight yarn, held simultaneously with a lace weight mohair, together creating a bulky weight knit. This cozy wardrobe staple is a must for cold weather months, and it's a free pattern too! Don't forget the socks...you can absolutely hold a mohair with a fingering sock yarn to make the warmest tootsie-warmers ever. The Simply Irresistible Socks by Christie Archer (second picture top left ) are great cast-on idea for a quick and cute mohair project.
Crochet lovers, we did not forget you. The Nuage Sweater by Katerina (third top picture) is a modern relaxed fit garment crocheted with a DK merino and paired with a lace weight mohair to create a gorgeous Aran weight sweater. But if a cowl is more your speed, try your hand at the crocheted Mohair Rabbit Cowl by Hello Happy (last top picture), a simple and cute hooded cowl with bunny ears! You can always omit the ears if it's not your thing, and it would look just as sweet. This whimsical cowl is crocheted by with two strands of lace weight mohair. The result is a light yet warm garment that can easily transition from season to season.
So, whether you’re wrapping yourself in its silky softness for the first time or already have a stash that rivals a small yarn store, one thing’s for sure: knitting or crocheting with kid mohair silk is like giving your project a VIP upgrade. It’s lightweight, warm, and shimmery enough to make your other yarns a little envious. So, why not treat yourself? Because let’s be honest—life’s too short for boring yarn, and we all deserve a little fancy fluff in our lives!
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