This is wool from adult purebred Icelandic sheep. Very long staple length, up to 12 inches. Under coat is very dense and very soft.
If you want to spin your own wool rug yarn, the very long staple of these rovings will be perfect. Long staple outer coat and the dense, soft, warm under coat makes perfect sock knitting yarn as well.
Natural light gray-brown color.
Icelandic sheep are dual coated animals. The long outer guard hair gives strength to the yarn, while the short down gives the softness and warmth to the yarn. Icelandic wool is great for spinning and felting. Using different spinning methods, yarns are perfect for either knitting or weaving.
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