Angora Yarn Knitwear And Sweaters: Cherished for Generations

by Loreto Marquez

For knitwear there are several types of yarn, but angora yarn knitwear and sweaters are known as some of the best in the world. Though angora yarn is not as widely known as other wool types, such as that of the sheep, it is a very elegant and beautiful wool from a specific rabbit breed. This rabbit breed is said to have come originally from Turkey, though there are now several different strands of the breed.

Angora wool is actually preferred by royalty due to its rich color, feel and the fluffiness of the yarn that is made from the wool. It is also finer and more stain resistant in addition to being up to eight times warmer than sheep's wool. Also, if the yarn is spun in the right way it can appear very fluffy, just like a fur, but without the need of killing the rabbit. Thus handspun yarn from angora wool is great for sweaters, jackets, knitwear, and hand knit sweaters as well.

Of the rabbits currently bred, a few kinds are more common. In Turkey, England, France, Germany and Chile breed rabbits for wool. Each of the five varieties of rabbit has varying traits that may be used to distinguish which wool came from a specific breed. One of the characteristics of the Chilean breed that creates a high demand is how large the fibers are for those are the best suited for hand spinning fluffy angora yarn for when made into hand knitted sweaters will be cherished for generations.

There is even documentation to the extent that the royalty in France began its own angora wool collection to ensure that there was sufficient wool to be used for royal clothing. This is part of what brought about the beginning of the French version of the breed of rabbit.

Angora rabbit yarn is a natural and humane way of creating beautiful, fluffy, furry, elegant, warn, and durable clothing. Contrary to the way fur of other animals are obtained, such as chinchilla fur where the animals are killed, angora yarn is removed in a way similar to how wool is sheered from sheep. Thus, your angora rabbit yarn scarves, mittens, hats, sweaters, booties, and even outerwear can be both beautiful and environment friendly.

Hand spun custom made fluffy angora sweaters are a luxurious item for people wealthy enough to afford them. The yarn is painstakingly hand spun and the result, although quite expensive, is also very exquisite. The ensuing product is light weight, weather resistant, and super warm making it perfect for skiers or people living in a cold climate environment. An angora sweater custom made with angora fibers from Chilean rabbits, and handspun yarn, once in your family will be cherished for generations.

Among yarn and sweaters, angora yarn knitwear and sweaters are the finest in the world. From a specific breed of rabbit, Angora rabbit yarn for scarves mittens hats sweaters booties and more is not well known, but very beautiful and soft. A bonus is that these articles are environmentally friendly because no animals are killed. There are a variety of rabbit varieties that create this yarn, and although the original is probably from Turkey, the best angora fibers for a furry look come from Chilean angora rabbits. The yarn made with those fibers creates a soft feel and very fluffy flair, which is why a custom made fluffy angora sweater with Chilean angora yarns is highly prized (and expensive) because of their feel, warmth and looks, and will be cherished for generations.

Published May 16th, 2007

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