Swaledale Day 18

Colours: White & off white grey

Feel in hand: A little hairy spongey feel but also soft.

Fibre prep: A light grip and let this fibre guide the amount of twist to use is recommended.

Smell: Actually a really nice clean sheep smell.

Fibre uses: Absolutely nothing next to skin maybe bags, rugs, or jackets etc.

Historical Facts: From the Yorkshire Dales National Park in England. 

Next to skin feel: Horrible.. I dont like it at all. 

Fibre Luster: Nothing to bright but apparently it dyes well and gives a tweedy effect when spun.

Staple length: 4" to 8"

Microns: 36 to 40








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