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.
The color, feel, and softness of yarns that are made of wool is what makes angora yarn knitwear and sweaters elegent and in high demand by royalty everywhere. The wool is much warmer than regular sheep’s wool, while also being finer and more resistant to stains. Depending on how the wool is spun, the yarn can appear very fluffy and even resemble fur without having to kill any rabbit. The look of the hand spun angora yarn makes it great for making knitwear including sweaters, and jackets.
Several breeds of rabbits are prevalent today, from breeding grounds in Turkey, England, France, Germany and Chile. These five main types of wool have attributes and characteristics that differentiates them from each other. For instance, wool from rabbits bred in Chile is said to be the largest of them all and is thus highly sought after for hand spinning.
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.
Using angora rabbit yarn for scarves mittens hats sweaters booties and other outerwear is a very humane way to produce warm and usable winter clothing that is also fashionable. The fur is naturally harvested from the animals in the same way that wool is harvested from sheep. Not any animals are killed for their fur, such as how the chinchilla is.
For people willing to pay the extra expense of having hand-spun yarn used in their clothing, a few companies offer custom made fluffy angora sweaters. The sweaters are perfect for anyone in the northern climate, for they are both warm and elegant. Additionally, they are resistant to the weather yet lighter than any other warm clothing available. An angora sweater custom made with angora fibers from Chilean rabbits, and handspun yarn, once in your family will be cherished for generations.
Angora yarn knitwear and sweaters are very sought after for many reasons. The wool is harvested from special breeds of rabbits in a humane way, where the animals are not killed. The wool is very fluffy, soft, and resistant to stains. Lastly, it is eight times warmer than wool from sheep. You can use angora rabbit yarn for scarves mittens hats sweaters booties – almost any kind of winter outerwear. For those with more expensive tastes, a custom made fluffy angora sweater with hand spun angora yarn made with Chilean angora fibers that are fluffy and extremely warm and light weight is the best option, for it will also remain in your family and will be cherished for generations.
- Valentina Bellocchio
