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An
Introduction
to
Pygora
The
Pygora
goat
is a
cross
between
an
Angora
goat
that
produces
mohair,
and a
Pygmy
goat
that
produces
a
short,
very
fine
down.
The
fiber
of
Pygora
goats
reflects
the
best
qualities
of
both
the
Angora
and
the
Pygmy.
From
the
Angora
goat
comes
long,
silky-smooth,
lustrous
ringlets.
The
Pygmy
goat
contributes
its’
very
fine
down,
in
some
cases
fine
enough
to be
classified
as
cashmere.
This
combination
of
qualities
results
in
fiber
with
an
excellent
range
of
characteristics
that
maintain
fineness
as the
animal
ages.
Pygora
fiber
may be
spun
and
then
knitted,
woven
or
crocheted.
Because
of the
fineness
of the
fiber,
it
spins
into a
lovely
yarn
that
is
soft
enough
to be
worn
next
to the
skin.
Items
such
as
baby
garments
or
luxurious
shawls
are
well
suited
to
Pygora
yarn.
Pygora
also
felts
beautifully
and
locks
of
Pygora
may be
used
to
create
wigs,
beards
or
novelty
toys.
Pygora
pelts
make
wonderfully
posh
rugs
or
chair
accessories.
Thus,
Pygora
fiber
is
fast
becoming
crafts
persons’
and
fiber
artists’
preferred
choice
for
any
number
of
diverse
projects.
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about
Pygora
fleece:
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