| Musk ox qiviut (kiv-ee-ute), is one of the finest and warmest fibers on earth. Their down-like under-hair is eight times warmer than wool by weight and finer than cashmere. The harshness and remoteness of the Arctic limits the amount of qiviut available. Limited worldwide supplies make it one of the most sought after and treasured of all natural luxury fibers.Qiviut is a remarkable fiber! It blooms beautifully, |  Browse Our Qiviut |
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| swelling and becoming softer and warmer themore it is handled. Due to Qiviut’s blooming characteristics it can be worked on needles much larger than standard lace weight fibers. Using needles size US 3-6 is recommended. Qiviut alone does not have the elasticity of wool so garments can lengthen about 10% with washing. These qualities make it perfectly suited for lace work in scarves or shawls though it also works wonderfully for anything you like to make or wear. Using needles 2 sizes smaller coupled with fewer stitches for ribbings in hats or garments is recommended. Fondle to your heart’s content, Qiviut only improves! | ||
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Northern Beauty Smoke Ring Pattern Free with Qiviut PurchaseWe have an exclusive Qiviut Smoke Ring Pattern designed by B.J. Shannon just for Northern Threads. It’s a simple pattern to knit and can be completed with 2oz. of 2ply qiviut. It’s light as a feather and ooh so snuggly to wear. Treat yourself! Qiviut available in rich colors: |
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just wondering if you are going to have a class on this quiviut smoke ring?
Yes, I’m hoping to have one if I can get a teacher lined up to do it.