Mowool in Biscuit (6026) pairs the airy character of brushed British wool with a warm oatmeal shade that looks remarkably at home in a natural fiber.
Mowool is made from 100% brushed British wool. The fibers are worsted spun before being brushed, creating a soft halo around the yarn while retaining the natural advantages of wool. British wool's inherent crimp and elasticity help it recover through wear, while its ability to trap air provides natural insulation.
The length of the wool fibers is particularly important to Mowool. Once brushed, those fibers create generous loft without corresponding weight, giving the yarn the fuzzy, luxurious appearance associated with mohair while remaining entirely British sheep's wool.
At approximately 257 yards per 50g, Mowool offers considerable yardage in a remarkably lightweight yarn.
About the Biscuit Colorway
Biscuit is a warm, yellow-toned oatmeal with the soft golden quality of naturally blonde hair.
It sits between beige and pale golden yellow without fully belonging to either. The yellow undertone gives Biscuit warmth, while the oatmeal base keeps the color quiet and earthy rather than bright. Mowool's fuzzy halo softens it further, creating a creamy, almost sunlit appearance across the surface of the yarn.
Although Biscuit has the visual character of a naturally colored fleece, we would describe it as natural-looking rather than undyed unless the manufacturer specifically identifies the colorway that way.
This is an exceptionally wearable neutral for sweaters, cardigans, scarves, cowls, hats, and other garments, particularly for knitters who find conventional beige or cream a little too plain. The golden undertone gives Biscuit enough warmth to stand beautifully on its own while remaining easy to combine with other colors.
Why Mowool Is Different
Mohair and alpaca are commonly used to create yarns with a pronounced halo. Mowool achieves a similar visual effect entirely with British sheep's wool.
Its long fibers are worsted spun and then brushed, producing a fuzzy surface while retaining wool's elasticity, warmth, and resilience. The construction creates substantial visual volume without making the finished fabric unnecessarily heavy.
For knitters who love an airy, haloed yarn but prefer the character and performance of wool, Mowool offers an unusual alternative.
Product Details
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Brand/Distributor: Fairmount Fibers
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Yarn Line: Mowool
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Colorway: Biscuit
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Color Code: 6026
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Color: Warm oatmeal with a soft yellow-gold undertone
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Secondary Color Description: Golden oatmeal / warm beige
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Color Character: Soft, natural-looking warm neutral
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Fiber Content: 100% brushed British wool
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Construction: Worsted spun and brushed
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Skein Weight: 50g
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Yardage: Approximately 257 yards / 235 meters
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Gauge: 28 stitches = 4" / 10cm
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Character: Lightweight, lofty, warm, and haloed
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Care: Hand wash in cool water; dry flat
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Ideal For: Sweaters, cardigans, scarves, cowls, hats, accessories, and lightweight warm garments
A Note About Brushed Wool
The soft halo is an intentional characteristic of Mowool. In Biscuit, that brushed surface enhances the warm golden-oatmeal quality of the color and gives the yarn much of its visual softness.
For larger projects, we recommend purchasing enough yarn for the complete project at one time.
