Mohair is a natural exotic fibre famous for both its sheen and its durability. It takes dyes exceptionally well and, in addition, has fire resistant properties!

Hatake yarns are spun at the Custom Woolen Mill in Carstairs, Alberta. It is usually spun as a sportsweight 2 ply blend of 70% mohair, 30% wool.

Skeins of spun yarn are available in their natural colour or dyed with natural materials, many of which are gathered on Mayne Island. Other natural dyes not available in our region are purchased in Vancouver at Maiwa Handprints Ltd. (www.maiwa.com). Over time these natural colours may intensify or fade, celebrating the colours and vagaries nature has to offer.

Raw fleece is also available.

Colours

Some of the local plant materials used for dyeing are:

Other natural dyes used that are not grown locally are:

Each dyebath is unique.

note: all prices quoted are in Canadian dollars.

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