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Organic Polwarth/Silk
Regular price
$16.00
Sale
This fiber is wearing its birthday suit! Naked, naked! WEEEE!
Sold in 4 ounce quantities
An 85/15 blend of Polwarth wool and silk.
Named for a county in southwestern Australia, the Polwarth breed was developed by crossing Merino rams with Merino/Lincoln ewes. This is a fine-wool with a micron count between 23-25 and a staple length of 4-6 inches. This isn't necessarily a "beginner" fiber for spinning; however, it is a great introduction to fine wools as it has a generous staple length. Silk adds a bit of shine and strength. Given the fineness of the wool, this would wet felt well, too.