Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair
Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair is a luxurious lace‑weight yarn crafted from the finest Kid Mohair and cruelty‑free Mulberry silk. Light, soft, and beautifully fluffy, this yarn adds an elegant halo and gentle drape to any project — perfect for knitting alone for ethereal fabrics or held together with another yarn for added warmth, depth, and texture.
The mohair in Soft Silk Mohair is sourced from angora goats bred and cared for in South Africa, where the yarn is also produced. Every fibre is fully traceable back to individual farms, giving complete transparency over the people, animals, and land behind each skein. All Knitting for Olive mohair is certified to the Responsible Mohair Standard (RMS) (CU 898826), ensuring strict welfare, environmental, and social responsibility practices.
The Mulberry silk used is cruelty-free: silk fibres are collected only after the moths naturally emerge from their cocoons, meaning no silkworms are harmed in the process. The yarn is manufactured under high ethical, technical, and environmental standards, and is STANDARD 100 by OEKO‑TEX® certified, guaranteeing it is free from harmful chemicals.
Soft Silk Mohair is a favourite for delicate shawls, lightweight garments, textured stitchwork, and adding a cloud‑soft halo when held together with other yarns.
Brand: Knitting for Olive
Yarn Weight: Lace
Ball Weight: 25g
Length: 225m
Blend: 70% Mohair, 30% Silk (REACH Standard; cruelty‑free; traceable to farm)
Recommended Hook & Needle Size: 3–5mm when held single (varies by pattern)
Tension: Varies depending on needle size and whether held alone or with another yarn
Care: Hand wash in cool water; dry flat
Features: RMS certified; cruelty‑free silk; traceable fibres; ethical production
Why choose Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair?
- Ethical and fully traceable mohair from South African farms
- RMS‑certified fibre guaranteeing high animal‑welfare standards
- Cruelty‑free Mulberry silk — no silkworms harmed
- STANDARD 100 by OEKO‑TEX® certified, free from harmful chemicals
- Light, airy halo perfect for delicate garments and accessories
- Works beautifully alone or held with another yarn for loft and softness
- Ideal for adding depth, warmth, and texture to knitted pieces
