Sunday, March 20, 2011

Mmmmmmohair!

I bought this Kid Mohair fleece blind, in that I saw a tiny sample before I commit to 4kgs of the stuff.  When it arrived it was a bit on the smelly side and had very, very grubby tips, and I thought 'Bugger' how much work is this going to be.

BUT, I washed it several times, then dropped a couple of teaspoons of baking powder (as per a tip I came across on Ravelry) in the last rinse and WHOOOSHHHH!  Look what I have.....and if only you could touch it!  So soft you almost can't feel it on your skin.  I'm in love...sigh!



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  1. AimeeMarch 20, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    Thats such a cute pic of the kid Emma, did you take it??
    Just wanted to say thanks for your super service :), my wheel arrived a week after ordering and I am having so much fun!
    Thinking I need to get some carding equipment and raw fleece soon, I just love the whole process.
    I was totally inspired by this lady, http://farmama.typepad.com/farmama/
    She raises the sheep and produces her yarn herself......so I have her to thank for this new obsession!!!!
    Xx Aimee

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  2. 1funkyknitwitMarch 21, 2011 at 2:15 AM

    Oh my Em that looks amazing.. me want ! ;D

    I must try that baking powder tip too.

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