DROPS Kid-Silk: Super Kid Mohair and Mulberry Silk Lace, 25 g

What is DROPS Kid-Silk and what makes it special?

DROPS Kid-Silk is a fine Group A yarn with 75% super kid mohair and 25% mulberry silk, 25 g = approx. 210 m per ball. The combination of these two natural fibres creates an exceptionally fine strand, with a soft halo and a very distinctive subtle sheen.

This fibre —the finest category within mohair— has a diameter of less than 24 microns, making it the softest and least irritating variety in this family. Mulberry silk adds natural shine, tensile strength and a fluid drape that sets Kid-Silk apart from other goat hair yarns on the market.

In this Garnstudio drops silk mohair, silk acts as the accompanying fibre instead of polyamide or acrylic. This provides greater durability, a pleasant feel from the very first stitch and Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 Class II certification (no. 24CX00064), tested for harmful substances and made in the EU.

Which projects is this mohair silk yarn recommended for?

Kid-Silk is designed for garments with drape and lightness: lace shawls, airy jumpers, fine cardigans, mid-season tops and soft cowls. Its fineness also makes it perfect for stoles and scarves, where transparency and halo form part of the design itself.

The Garnstudio website brings together hundreds of free patterns for Kid-Silk: from lace and triangular projects to seasonal jumpers, available in several languages and sizes.

• ▷ Shawls and stoles: the most common use, where the halo and drape of this mohair silk yarn are shown to their best advantage.
• ▷ Airy jumpers and fine cardigans: used on its own or combined with another base yarn, it creates warm garments without feeling heavy.
• ▷ Knitted accessories: cowls, lightweight hats and scarves with the natural transparency of this fine yarn.
• ▷ Mixed projects: combined with merino, alpaca or fine cotton for a fluffy, more luxurious finish.

If you would like to explore more options, discover the full selection of mohair yarns at Garmon Yarns and find the one best suited to your project.

How is the halo technique worked with mohair lace?

The halo technique, or knitting double-stranded, consists of combining one strand of Kid-Silk with another base yarn on the same needles. The result is a fluffy, luminous fabric, with the halo covering the surface of the stitches and a richer, warmer finish.

It works especially well in basic jumpers and rectangular projects. Kid-Silk acts as an accompanying yarn: its super kid fibres wrap around the base yarn and add that airy touch so highly sought after in seasonal garments.

As it is a fine-weight yarn, it adds halo without altering the overall thickness too much. It combines well from fingering through to sport or light DK, allowing the base yarn to determine the tension. To see more yarns from the same brand, discover the complete Garnstudio catalogue.

Advantages of combining natural fibres in a single ball

KidSilk yarn brings together in a single ball the fineness of the fibre, the natural shine of silk, an enveloping halo and a very high yardage-to-weight ratio. A yarn that goes much further than its size suggests.

• ▷ Super kid mohair: the finest category, with a diameter of less than 24 microns and a pleasant feel from the very first stitch.
• ▷ Mulberry silk: adds natural shine, strength to the strand and a fluid drape that is very difficult to achieve with synthetic fibres.
• ▷ High yardage: 25 g = approx. 210 m. One ball goes a long way in larger projects such as shawls or jumpers.
• ▷ Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 Class II certification: tested for harmful substances, safe for garments in direct contact with the skin.
• ▷ Made in the EU: responsible production with goat hair from South Africa and silk from China.
• ▷ Wide colour range: available in solid shades (Kid-Silk Uni Colour) and blends, from neutral basics to more exclusive options.

How should garments knitted with mohair and silk be cared for?

Kid-Silk should be hand washed in cold or lukewarm water (max. 30 °C) with a gentle wool detergent, without rubbing or wringing. Drying flat is essential to preserve the halo, the shape of the garment and the shine of the silk.

• ▷ Hand wash, max. 30 °C, with a gentle detergent for wool or silk.
• ▷ Do not rub, do not wring and do not use the spin cycle.
• ▷ Dry flat on a clean towel to preserve the original shape.
• ▷ Always store folded, never hung: the weight may distort the stitches over time.
• ▷ Air between wears and wash infrequently to prolong the halo and shine.

Why buy DROPS Kid-Silk from Garmon Yarns?

At Garmon Yarns, we have selected this yarn using the same criteria we apply to our whole catalogue: good quality, traceability and certifications that support a safe, long-lasting yarn. We are official distributors of the manufacturer and guarantee constant availability.

If you would like to buy DROPS Kid-Silk online, at garmonyarns.com you will find personalised service and a carefully curated selection of good-quality yarns. If you have any questions about how many balls you need, write to us and we will help you calculate it with no obligation.