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Superbo brushed mohair blend yarn ball 50g
Brushed yarn made of 44% mohair, 44% acrylic and 12% polyamide, weighing 50 grams for 100 metres of length. Recommended needles 7-8 or crochet hook 6-7 for soft, voluminous creations.
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QUICK SPECS: Composition: 44% Mohair, 44% Acrylic, 12% Polyamide | Effect: Brushed | Weight: 50g | Length: 100m | Recommended needles: 7-8 | Recommended crochet hook: 6-7 | Yield: 2m/g
Superbo Brushed Mohair Blend: Soft Yarn for Voluminous Creations
Superbo brushed mohair blend yarn represents the excellence of the Tessiland Elite line, combining 44% mohair, 44% acrylic and 12% polyamide in a 50g yarn ball that offers 100 metres of pure softness. Its brushed texture creates a cloud-like effect, perfect for oversized sweaters, cosy cardigans and refined winter accessories.
This yarn stands out for its exceptional volume and lightness, making it ideal for working with 7-8 needles or a 6-7 crochet hook. The blend of natural and synthetic fibres ensures resilience and easy care, while the brushed effect adds visual and tactile depth to every stitch. Tessiland offers total transparency by showing the batch number directly on the product page, allowing you to purchase yarn balls from the same dye lot for uniform projects. The excellent value for money and support from real operators make every purchase a safe and professional experience.
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Technical analysis: what are you buying?
An in-depth analysis of Superbo brushed mohair blend yarn reveals technical features that make it an excellent choice for anyone looking for volume, softness and versatility. Let’s explore the key aspects that define the performance and creative potential of this premium yarn.
1. Fibre composition and characteristics
The balanced formula of Superbo yarn combines three synergistic components that determine its unique performance. The 44% mohair brings natural shine, exceptional warmth and that signature softness that makes the yarn so pleasant to the touch. Mohair is a noble fibre obtained from the Angora goat, known for its lightness and superior insulating properties.
The 44% acrylic contributes to the yarn’s resilience, improving wear resistance and making it easier to care for. Acrylic helps the yarn hold its shape over time and reduces the risk of felting, making finished pieces more durable. Finally, the 12% polyamide strengthens the yarn structure, increasing tensile strength and helping prevent excessive fluff formation.
This hybrid blend offers the best of both worlds: the quality of natural fibres and the practicality of synthetic ones, creating an extremely versatile yarn suitable for both knitting and crochet.
2. Brushed effect and volumetric yield
The brushed effect of Superbo yarn is its most distinctive feature. This finishing process creates a soft, fuzzy surface that wraps around the yarn core, giving it a rich, three-dimensional appearance. The pronounced brushing creates a luminous halo around every stitch, giving finished pieces a cloud-like look especially appreciated in oversized garments and winter accessories.
With a yield of 2 metres per gram (100m per 50g), this yarn belongs to the category of bulky yarns that work up quickly. Its generous volume means:
- Projects are completed faster than with finer yarns
- Coverage is excellent, requiring fewer yarn balls for larger surfaces
- The drape is soft yet structured, ideal for cardigans and shawls
- The visual effect is immediate, with visible texture even in simple stitches
The lightness of mohair combined with the volume of the brushing creates garments that provide warmth without weight, perfect for winter layering.
3. Working with needles and crochet hook
Superbo brushed mohair blend yarn works beautifully with 7-8 mm needles or a 6-7 mm crochet hook, sizes that enhance the yarn’s natural volume without compressing the brushed finish too much. With needles of this size, you get an airy fabric that retains elasticity and softness.
For knitting, keep in mind that:
- Garter stitch enhances the brushed texture, creating an even and voluminous surface
- Crossed rib stitch creates elegant texture with excellent elastic recovery
- Simple lace stitches create fascinating contrasts between solid and open areas
- Stockinette stitch tends to curl at the edges: plan ribbed or garter borders
In crochet, this yarn produces soft, flowing results. Chains and single crochet stitches keep their definition despite the brushed finish, while taller stitches create airy fabrics ideal for shawls and wraps. Stitch visibility may be reduced by the fuzzy effect, which is useful to consider when choosing patterns.
4. Recommended projects and creative uses
The unique characteristics of Superbo yarn make it particularly suitable for specific types of projects that make the most of its volume, softness and warmth. Oversized sweaters are the ideal application: the brushed texture creates enveloping, comfortable silhouettes perfect for contemporary style. A basic sweater in stockinette or garter stitch works up quickly thanks to its volumetric yield.
Open cardigans benefit from the yarn’s natural drape, which falls softly without becoming stiff. Long knee-length styles or shorter bolero-inspired designs gain character from the soft texture. For accessories, this yarn excels in:
- Scarves and shawls: the brushed finish creates enveloping accessories with excellent thermal performance
- Hats and headbands: the natural volume creates structured shapes without padding
- Cowls and neck warmers: delicate softness against the skin and immediate warmth
- Decorative blankets: for lightweight yet warm throws with strong visual impact
Avoid projects that require extreme stitch definition (such as complex lace) or close-fitting garments, as the volume of the brushed finish performs best in relaxed shapes.
5. Colour management and dye lot consistency
Like all industrially dyed yarns, Superbo brushed mohair blend can show variations between colour lots that may affect the uniformity of the finished project. Tessiland stands out as the only Italian e-commerce store to show the batch/dye lot number directly on the product page, allowing you to check availability before purchasing.
This transparency is essential for large projects such as sweaters or blankets, where even slight shade differences would be noticeable. If the visible lot online runs out during your order, Tessiland’s customer service team (made up of real people, not bots) can help you:
- Check the availability of alternative lots in stock
- Calculate the exact amount needed to avoid running short
- Suggest colour alternation strategies for creative multi-lot projects
The pronounced brushed finish helps mask slight colour differences better than smooth yarns, but for the best results it is always recommended to buy yarn balls from the same lot. Always keep the labels with the batch number for future reference.
How to preserve your garments over time
To preserve the beauty and softness of Superbo brushed mohair blend yarn over time, follow these care tips that respect the delicate nature of mohair and keep the brushed finish intact:
- Hand wash in cold or lukewarm water (maximum 30°C) using mild detergents specifically designed for wool or delicate garments
- Avoid twisting or wringing forcefully: gently press the garment to remove excess water
- Dry flat on a horizontal surface, away from direct heat sources and sunlight that could alter the colours
- Do not tumble dry: mechanical heat could felt the mohair and damage the brushed effect
- Store folded in cool, dry places, avoiding hangers that could distort the shape of the garment
- Gently remove fluff if it appears, using a low-intensity fabric shaver or adhesive tape
- If ironing is necessary, use a cool iron with a protective cloth and avoid direct pressure on the brushed surface
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How many yarn balls are needed to make a women’s size M sweater?
For a basic women’s size M long-sleeved sweater, you will need approximately 10-12 yarn balls of 50g each (around 1000-1200 metres in total). The exact amount depends on the chosen pattern, sleeve length and stitch used. The video tutorials attached to the product page provide precise guidance for different projects. For personalised calculations, contact Tessiland support and they will help you determine the optimal quantity.
Does the brushed yarn shed during working and wear?
During the first stages of working and the first uses, it is normal for brushed yarn to release a small amount of fibres, a typical feature of yarns containing mohair and fuzzy fibres. This initial shedding decreases significantly after the first washes. To minimise this inconvenience, you can gently use a fabric shaver on the finished garment or place it in the freezer for a few hours before first use, a technique that helps set the surface fibres.
Can I use this yarn for projects intended for young children?
Superbo brushed mohair blend yarn is suitable for children aged 3 and over, for accessories such as scarves, hats and sweaters. For babies and very young children, caution is recommended because the fuzzy fibres could be inhaled or put in the mouth. For little ones, choose smooth-fibre yarns specifically recommended for early childhood, available in the Tessiland catalogue.
How can I prevent the finished garment from stretching out or losing shape?
To keep your creations in their original shape, follow these tips: respect the gauge swatch indicated for 7-8 mm needles / 6-7 mm crochet hook, and avoid working too tightly or too loosely. After washing, reshape the garment to its original dimensions while drying flat. For edges subject to more stress, such as necklines and cuffs, consider adding a reinforcing polyamide thread or using rib stitches that ensure better elasticity and shape recovery.
What is the difference between this yarn and pure mohair?
Superbo brushed mohair blend contains 44% mohair combined with acrylic and polyamide, while pure mohair would contain at least 70-80%. The main difference lies in care and durability: this blend makes the yarn easier to wash, less prone to felting and more resistant to daily wear. Pure mohair offers greater shine and lightness, but it requires more delicate care. This yarn represents an excellent balance between refined aesthetics and everyday practicality.
Is this yarn suitable for knitting machines?
Superbo brushed mohair blend yarn is not recommended for standard domestic knitting machines, because the pronounced brushed effect may create difficulties when passing through the needle latches and cause uneven tension. This yarn performs at its best in hand work with needles or crochet hook, where its soft texture can be managed with direct control. For machine projects, choose smooth or lightly textured yarns available in the Tessiland catalogue.
Can I combine this yarn with others to create special effects?
Yes, Superbo yarn works very well in combined projects with other yarns. You can pair it with a smooth yarn of similar thickness (needles 7-8) to create contrasting textures, or work it double with a fine metallic or lurex yarn to add shine. Make sure the yarns used together have compatible tension and similar washing methods. Always make a test swatch to check the final look and drape of the combination before starting your actual project.
How should I handle knots or joins between yarn balls while working?
For a brushed yarn like Superbo, the best technique for joining yarn balls is the weaver’s knot, leaving tails of at least 15-20 cm that can then be hidden inside the work by taking advantage of the brushed finish. Alternatively, you can use the felting technique: overlap the ends of the two strands for about 10 cm, dampen them slightly and rub them between your hands so they adhere thanks to the presence of mohair. Avoid knots that are too tight, as they would create visible thick spots.
Is the yarn colour stable in the wash, or does it tend to bleed?
Superbo brushed mohair blend yarn is dyed using industrial processes that ensure good colour fastness in cold washing when following the care instructions. During the first wash, a minimal release of residual colour is normal, especially with dark or intense shades. To be safe, wash dark garments separately the first few times and avoid using bleach or harsh products. Colour fastness improves after the first washes and, with proper care, the colours stay bright over time.
What should I do if the colour batch I need runs out?
Tessiland shows the batch/dye lot number directly on the product page, allowing you to check availability before purchasing. If the lot runs out during your order, contact customer service immediately (real people, not bots), and they can: check the availability of alternative lots in stock, suggest creative strategies for using different lots in separate areas of the project, or help you calculate the exact quantity needed to avoid buying too little. Tessiland customer service is specialised in resolving exactly these situations.
Should I wash the yarn before starting to work with it?
It is not necessary to wash the yarn before working with it. Superbo brushed mohair blend is ready to use straight from the yarn ball. Washing the yarn before use could alter the brushed finish and make it harder to work with. The only recommended step is to make a gauge swatch of at least 15x15 cm, wash and dry it following the care instructions to check the actual stitch result and calculate the finished project measurements correctly.
How does this yarn compare in value for money with similar alternatives?
Superbo brushed mohair blend yarn offers an excellent value for money considering its 44% mohair content, a premium fibre with a higher cost. Its yield of 100 metres per 50 grams provides good coverage for voluminous projects, reducing the number of yarn balls needed compared with finer yarns. The blend of natural and synthetic fibres offers performance similar to more expensive pure mohairs, with the added advantage of greater durability and easier care. Tessiland also guarantees transparency on dye lots and qualified support, an important added value when shopping online.
