Mohair and More

Mohair and More Fiberart tools and supplies for every spinning, weaving, knitting, and felting project. We are a Fiberarts store located in New Waverly Texas.

We carry a large selection of spinning fibers, yarn and equipment. Also, at Mohair and More we raise Angora Goats and sell high quality raw and washed mohair. We shear our Goats twice a year and have Kid, yearling and adult mohair available after each shearings in January and July of each year. We also have an online store which carries a large selection of fibers and yarn - visit our store at mohairandmore.com or stop by our shop - the kettle is always on.

06/02/2026

Peeps! It’s that time! Time for me (Louise) to visit family across the pond…
Bill is holding down the fort while I’m away 😇

05/12/2026

4 Research based reasons to teach your child to knit:

1. Improved self-control.
A 2023 study asked elementary school children to complete inhibition-control tasks after a short knitting session. Researchers found the knitting group performed better on both emotional and non emotional self regulation tasks compared to the control group.

2.Better attention & focus.
A 2025 study found that participants performed better on attention tests after just 20 minutes of crochet. Researchers also observed changes in brain networks linked to attention.

3.Stronger learning skills.
Knitting combines counting, sequencing, pattern recognition, reading instructions, and problem solving all within one activity, which is why fiber crafts are often discussed in hands on education research.

4.Supports motor coordination.
Knitting requires sustained hand movement, visual tracking, coordination, and concentration at the same time. Developmental research has consistently linked fine motor development with broader cognitive development in children.

Sources:

1. Frontiers in Psychology

2.Scientific Reports / PubMed Sebastiano et al. (2025)

3. Craft Yarn Council - ‘Why Teach Knit & Crochet?’

4.Harvard Center on the Developing Child + Child Mind Institute

05/12/2026

We'd love to invite you to our May monthly meeting!⁠ This is our last meeting before our summer break.⁠
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This Saturday, May 16, we will have a presentation from Nicole DeRushie. Nicole is a fiber artist and historian. Her book "Bog Fashion" is an exploration of Bronze and Iron Age fashion.⁠
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Our monthly meetings are always a good time! Join us at our Guild House (address below) for fiber friendship and fun. This is an excellent way to visit the guild, meet some members and learn about weaving and other fiber arts. ⁠
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You're welcome to bring a small handicraft project to work on during the meeting. We also do a monthly Show and Tell so if you have a fiber art item you want to show off bring it with you! We'd love to see it! ⁠
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We hope we see you there!⁠
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🗓️May 16, 2026⁠
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⏱️10:00 AM⁠ - 12:00 PM⁠
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🏠️The Guild House⁠
📍1425 Blalock Rd #202⁠
Houston, TX 77066⁠
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🚙 Free parking available in lots behind and in front of building⁠
🌟 Second floor - elevator in lobby ♿️
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Our meetings are in person, however if you become a member you can attend via Zoom. The link is provided in our monthly members-only newsletter after you become a member.

05/08/2026

The shop will be closed for the day tomorrow, Saturday May 9th for a Mother’s Day celebration.

04/29/2026
04/14/2026

Join us tonight, 4/14 to sit & knit 🧶
231 Gibbs St
New Waverly.
5:30 - until…

02/09/2026

Join us tomorrow, Tuesday February 10th for knit night.
Mohair & More
231 Gibbs St
New Waverly

02/05/2026
Sit & knit with us tomorrow night at Mohair & More, 231 Gibbs St., New Waverly.
01/12/2026

Sit & knit with us tomorrow night at Mohair & More, 231 Gibbs St., New Waverly.

Address

231 Gibbs Street
New Waverly, TX
77358

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 5pm
Thursday 10:30am - 5pm
Friday 10:30am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+19366618022

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