Introducing Silky Kid
Silky Kid by Kremke Soul Wool brings together the very best of silk and mohair to create a soft and luxurious yarn.
The delicate fibres are carefully milled, the mohair being gently spun into a core of silk to produce a fine halo when the yarn undergoes texturing with a brushed finish.
Worked on its own, Silky Kid creates a lush drapey fabric that resists creasing and wrinkles. When stranded with other yarns the mohair halo will add luxe and sophistication.
Best suited to hand-knit and woven fabrics, Silky Kid is for those timeless pieces with enduring aesthetic.
*This yarn is no longer available at Loom + Spindle. We suggest Kid Seta as a substitute.
THE YARN
FIBRE CONTENT: 72% Mohair, 28% Mulberry Silk
NET WEIGHT: 25g (0.88 oz) per ball
APPROX. YARDAGE: 210m (230yd)
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: Lace / 2 Ply
CONSTRUCTION: Worsted spun silk core with brushed mohair halo
ORIGIN: Fibre sourced, dyed and milled in South Africa
CARE: Cold hand wash, dry flat
WORKING THE YARN
Silky Kid is suitable for knitting and weaving for yardage. We’ve included gauge suggestions for these crafts below. You may also like to check out our project suggestions on RAVELRY.
GAUGE SUGGESTIONS
The gauge information below can be used as guidance when planning your projects. We always recommend that you swatch to determine a configuration that results in the ideal fabric and hand feel for your project.
KNITTING
18-25 stitches over 10cm, using 3.5mm - 5mm needles (4.5 – 6.25 stitches per inch, US size 4 - 8 needles)
WEAVING FOR YARDAGE
5-8 epi (20-32 ends / 10cm)
ABOUT KREMKE SOUL WOOL
Kremke Soul Wool are known for their selection of natural fibres and extensive colour palettes, bringing together a carefully curated range of ‘yarns with soul’.
