Qiviut is a rare, incredibly soft and light-weight fiber. Qiviut is from the Inuit language, meaning the underwool of the Musk Ox or Oomingmak.… Read more...
Spinning Fibre Information
Fiber Characteristics
FabricLink lists characteristics and end uses of natural and synthetic fibres such as: acetates, cotton, lyocell, linen, mohair and microfibres.… Read more...
Mohair Weaving
What is Mohair?
Mohair, prized for its brilliant colour and sheen, is known as the diamond fibre.
Mohair dates back to the biblical times and the garments of the wise men were probably made of this fibre.… Read more...
Knitting with Handspun
Whether you are a handspinner using your own yarn or an experienced knitter, once you have tried knitting with handspun you may get spoiled.… Read more...
Angora Scarf
My angora rabbits have produced some lovely fur that I have spun into singles yarn. I used a core spinning technique for this yarn.… Read more...
Mawata Silk Dye Project
One type of silk that is available is a “mawata” or silk cap. Mawata caps are formed by stretching the silk cocoons over molds.… Read more...
