Cashmere Peyton Scow
What is Cashmere??? Small cashmere goat China, Mongolia, Tibet, Afghanistan, and Iran. White, gray or brownish gray
How is Cashmere Made??? Goat is combed by hand Tossed Layered Spun Threaded
Manufactured Fibers Soy Soft Usually in a blend Green
Properties Soft Fine Warm Lustrous Keeps shape
Uses Clothing, outerwear, blankets Rugs and carpets Tent curtains and rope Bags and backpacks
Consumer Demands High demand can result in fraud The Mongolian Fibermark Society protects cashmere About $12 per ounce Can sell from $120+ per pound
Fun Facts 6-9 ounces per goat 1 sweater = 6 goats Crimp of fiber gives loft allowing warmth without weight Pashmina
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