Qiviut is Among the Finest and Rarest Natural Fibers in the World
Softness
Qiviut is a lovely soft yarn that knits like a dream. Knitters often say that qiviut makes cashmere feel rough in comparison.
Uniqueness
A fiber so unique, consider treating yourself to the finest quality yarn worthy of your time and effort. Qiviut does not shed, it's odorless, and retains warmth even when wet.
Rarity
Qiviut has the smallest production per year than any other natural fiber including Vicuna. Not only a rare beauty but a true experience to knit with.
Insulation
Gentle on your hands to knit, buttery soft to wear! Extremely warm, lightweight fiber that preserves heat in the winter, while also providing cool, breathable comfort in warmer weather.
From the delicate under-wool of the Arctic Muskox
Where does Qiviut come from?
Muskox are prehistoric goats that currently live in the northern arctic region.
They’re survivals of the last ice age that co-existed with Mammoths and Mastodons.
The insulating warmth of qiviut is one of the principal reasons Muskox can survive the arctic winters.
Their long outer layer, known as the “guard hair” protects the Muskox from the cold arctic winters.
Underneath the long guard hair is the fine undercoat of the Muskox known as qiviut (kiv-ee-ute) in the Native Alaskan Inuit language.
Since Muskox aren’t domesticated, our fibers are collected off the bushes and tundra where the muskox had shed.
Because of this, production is often very limited.
See What Our Knitters Are Saying!
There is something like an 'aura' around this product...
“As to the Pure Qiviut Yarn, which fascinated me most: I never touched something so light and fine, yet warm and strong. One has to touch and experience it oneself.”
I had to splurge and make myself something special
"Windy Valley Muskox yarns is the place for exceptional wool. They are unlike any company I have ever shopped in the past. Besides great customer service, their products are beyond compare."
Try just one skein, you will be hooked
“If you're looking for very special fibers to make yourself a present or to make a special gift for another, like a shawl for a bridal gift, Windy Valley is a great place to start your search.”
Customer Reviews
I used the Majestic Blend which combines merino, qiviut and silk in the dusky pink color for a neck scarf. It’s beautiful in hand feel and lacey look and will be great to wear. Fast shipping and great communication enhanced this buying experience. I’ll be back for more.
Qiviut is extremely luxe to knit with! This is my first time using this product and I am hoping for a lovely outcome in the finished piece. My only concern is that I have calculated enough total yardage (I had to change patterns after receiving the yarn and doing my gauge). So far, the drape and feel are dreamy.
I can not begin to say what a joy it is to work with Qiviuk yarn. It is so light, soft, almost like knitting the wind. I am enjoying every moment of it and look forward to my next project using your Bison yarn which also feels heavenly. Thank You so much. Your color palette is beautiful and rich.
Debbie McBride in Maine
I’m knitting this scarf and am impressed with the lovely, soft feel of this yarn. I’m going to end up with a light, warm scarf that will be wonderful.
I love the soft feel as I'm knitting along. I am making the Dew Drop scarf and can't wait for it to be around my neck! Of course I may have to wait until fall but we are having some chilly spring nights! Thank you so much.
I just love this yarn. The pattern i purchase to go with this yarn is so elegant. Thank you so much.
So beautiful to work with!
I haven’t started my project due to an illness. Hopefully I will start in fee weeks