Bayou Angoras
We are located in Tensas Parish, near the small village of Waterproof, Louisiana. Our herd of registered Colored Angora goats produce superior mohair, which is sold raw, hand-washed, or made into batts on our drum carder. At present, our fleece colors range from copper-red to silver to off-white.
Overall, mohair fleece is prized for its exceptional softness, luster, and versatility. Its natural properties make mohair a desirable choice for creating high-quality and gorgeous textile products. We take great pride in raising our herd, and strive to produce the highest quality mohair available on the market.
Our animals are well-maintained, as we follow a quality health and nutrition program. I am directly involved in each step of producing the fiber, so I daily check for quality and well-being of the animals. I personally shear my goats and rabbits.
The mohair is then hand washed, removing all debris and vegetable matter in the fiber. The mohair can also be blended with wool from our Angora rabbits to create soft batts for spinning extremely comfortable yarn.
Our Angora RABBITS
Our rabbits are fed a high-protein pelleted ration, along with good quality hay and fresh vegetables. They love cabbage, lettuces, apples, cilantro, and carrots. We try to grow our own veggies, but often run out of time! Their favorite treat (limited) is fig newtons!!
Our rabbits are never brushed. We blow the fiber at least once a week, while checking for mats and trimming nails. The fiber is sold raw, carded into batts, or blended with our mohair. The fiber is harvested every three to four months or when their fiber is between 4 and 5 inches long.
We do not wash the fiber, as they stay very clean, and are blown out weekly.
FROSTY SNOWBUN
DOB APR 6, 2020
Frosty is a REW (Ruby-Eyed White) English Angora. He is our only Male rabbit.
CINNABUN
DOB MAR 3, 2019
Cinnabun is a fawn VM (Vienna marked) doe. A beautiful creamy color with a slight hint of orange.
SNEAUX BALL
DOB JAN 4, 2021
A REW English Angora doe. From the mating of Frosty & Cinnabun.
COTTON BOLL
DOB JAN 4, 2021
A REW English Angora doe. From the mating of Frosty & Cinnabun.
Jamie A.
Your Raw fleeces are just lovely! Clean and almost no VM, just a delight to work with.
Kathleen
I received the roving, and it's lovely!
Aleatha
Got the mohair and it's stunning!!!
Thomas
Just want to say "thank you" for the gorgeous fiber.
Lindsey
This fiber is fantastic, so clean and the staple length is amazing!