Cashmere Yarn: The Cream of the Crop
Use Cashmere Yarn for High-End Knitting Goods
Cashmere yarn is one of the most expensive yarns you can buy in North America to knit with. It's because cashmere yarn comes from the 'underdown' of the fleece of Cashmere goats, which are raised mainly in China, Mongolia and Tibet. Cashmere goats are found at elevations of 10,000 -- 15,000 ft., which explains why they have very warm, soft, luxurious fleece. However, it takes one goat to produce only 4 ounces of fleece a year -- that explains why cashmere yarn is so expensive!
But don't let that stop you from knitting with cashmere yarn, a fiber that's been known for its luxuriousness since Roman times. Lots of folks will happily pay for hand knit garments of the highest quality, and if you are in the business of knitting, you'll reap the financial rewards of using cashmere yarn!
Here are some great cashmere yarn knitting ideas that will create high-end goods for you to sell at retail:
1. Ponchos - ponchos are no longer a fad, but a legitimate alternative to a sweater or coat for all seasons. And hand-knit cashmere yarn ponchos are much sought-after! Whether you combine the cashmere yarn with another wool fiber for extra warmth or durability, or with a nice novelty yarn for added color or texture, a cashmere yarn poncho should net you a pretty profit!
2. Scarves - yes, even scarves can be a 'high-end' item when they're knit with cashmere yarn. And there's nothing in the way but your imagination when it comes to knitting cashmere yarn scarves to sell -- in every color, texture and type!
3. Hats - berets, toques and caps made from cashmere yarn are very popular because they won't itch or scratch the wearer's head. You can knit cashmere yarn hats for men, women or children -- and they'll all be equally appreciated.
4. Sweaters - there may not be a woman over 50 alive in North America who hasn't dreamed of owning her own cashmere yarn sweater, a coveted item of apparel that many could never afford until now. Hand knit cashmere yarn sweaters will sell like 'hotcakes,' and YOU could be the one pocketing the profits!
If you can find yourself a good supplier -- at a reasonable price -- for cashmere yarn, you're a lucky knitter who will make big bucks -- get knitting! :-)