Mohair is silky, lusterous and strong. Micron count for mohair varies from 23 to 40 which covers everything from fine to coarse. The wool generally becomes coarser with age and differs by sex. Colored mohair is usually quite fine and contains little if any grease meaning it can be spun unwashed. I just like to tease it to the consistancy of thistle down and spin handfuls of it directly leaving some ringlets to give characater to the finished yarn.
White mohair takes dyes wonderfully and still shines.
This is a mohair vest spun by teasing dyed locks of mohair and spinning directly from the teased mass. Mohair is also very popular as hair for dolls and beards for Santa Claus figures. We have a page of mohair samples available featuring some of the mohair we currently have available along with prices. Return to Melodie Hill starting page Page design by Cathy Norwood. All content the sole property of Norwoods' Melodie Hill.