Story Made Yarns
Black Romney Washed Wool - 100% Ontario Canada Grown Wool from Pure Romney Sheep
$12.95
- Weight: 50g (100g, 150g, 200g)
- Fibre Content: 100% Wool from Purebred Romney Sheep
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Fibre Preparation: Skirted, washed wool
- Staple Length: ~ 4" / 10 cm
- Wool Type: long
- Micron Range: 29 - 36
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Vegetation: minimal, some hay/straw and a small amount of dust.
- Country of Origin: Ontario, Canada
The Romney sheep is an English longwool breed dating from the Middle Ages. They are a dual purpose breed for wool and meat, and their fleece is beloved by spinners for its ease of spinning, crimp and lustre.
Our black fleece is grown by Pete our black Romney wether. His fleece is black but lightens at the tips where he has spent time in the sun. We skirt our fleece carefully to remove most of the vegetation that Pete accumulates while in winter housing. We then wash the wool thoroughly to remove the dirt and oils (lanolin). The wool is washed gently, without harsh detergents. The wool is ready to be prepared for spinning by carding or combing, or for use in all your other fibre crafts.
