Knitted Mink Shawl with Rosette

Knit fur refers to the specific design of a garment. Pelts are hand cut in to a long strip and made in to a durable fur yarn. Once the fur yarn is created the traditional process of wool knitting is followed for the fur garment. Fur yarn is extremely strong and the woven design makes for a resilient piece. Knit fur is very lightweight and comfortable to wear; it also features fur on both side of the piece which is unique to this specific design. Knit fur has become extremely popular over the last several years and it can be found in anything from hats to jackets. Mink is one of the most popular furs featured in the knit design but Rex Rabbit is very common as well.

Mink fur is largely ranch-raised because ranch raised mink exceed in both quality and color over trapped mink. Mink is available in many colors, from mahogany to lunarine to demi-buff. Mink hair is short allowing for a less bulky coat which is more flattering to the female figure. Often respected by collectors, mink is well-known for its durability and can last a very long time if taken care of properly. Mink is most commonly used for coats and is known to be one of the most glamorous furs on the market.