MARGARET Handmade Beanie Alpaca Mohair and Silk 7895 Dark Green
The handmade MARGARET turn-up beanie is a light, fine alpaca beanie with an added mohair-and-silk yarn, designed for autumn and spring, with a clearly visible soft halo on the surface. You can check availability by clicking on the size — for this style, the information appears directly next to the selected option.
When it is a good choice
This style is for those looking for a beanie for cooler in-between days and who prefer lighter headwear over a typical thick winter hat. It works well for everyday wear when a close fit matters more than a heavy, bulky shape. The dark green colour suits calm, understated outfits. If you need a hat for hard frost or a very protective winter style, a thicker knit will be a better choice.
How it feels against the skin
The main yarn is 100% alpaca, with an additional strand made from a blend of 75% mohair and 25% silk. This combination gives the beanie a light, fluffy surface and the character typical of natural animal fibres, which work well in transitional-season hats.
It may be noticeable against the skin for people with very high sensory sensitivity, so if you are very prone to itchiness, gentler fibres may be a better choice.
Fit and shape
This is a close-fitting beanie with a turn-up, so it sits close to the head and does not add too much volume. The folded brim gives a cleaner line across the forehead and makes the overall shape look more structured. From my experience, with a finer knit this style works well when the beanie needs to sit comfortably under a hood or coat without feeling like too many layers. If you prefer a loose shape with a very soft drape, this model may feel too neat and structured.
What this means in everyday wear
- Fine and lightweight knit – better suited to the transitional season than to strong frost.
- Double ribbing – helps the beanie hold its shape and sit more steadily when worn.
- Two yarn strands – gives the fabric a fuller feel without becoming heavy or thick.
- Visible soft halo on the surface – gives the beanie a more enveloping, textured look than smooth styles.
- High resistance to pilling – with regular wear, the surface keeps a neat appearance for longer.
- Handmade with knitting needles – each piece is made with attention to stitch and tension, which matters for consistency of shape.
- Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 certified yarn – the yarn has been tested for the presence of substances considered harmful.
Additional information
You can add matching shawls, wraps and snoods if you want a coordinated set made from natural yarns — including options such as an alpaca shawl or lighter alpaca scarves.
This model should be hand washed. A short guide on how to care for these fibres safely can be found here: wool care.
The beanie is finished with a detachable eco-leather label, which can be easily removed for washing.