Spinning Yarn
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Spinning Yarn
By Jessica Burgess
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Common Wool Producers• Sheep • Llama
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Not All Wool is Equal
Angora
Rabbit
Cashmere
Alpaca
Mohair
Merino
Crossbreed
Dorset
Border Leice
ster
Human Hair
Llama
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Micron Size
Micron Size
The smaller the micron size per fiber, the finer or softer the wool is.
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ShearingFirst the sheep needs to be
sheared. This does not hurt the sheep. Electric or manual shears
can be used.
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Washing The Wool• Wool must be washed because of:
LanolinVegetable Matter (Hay, etc.)Dirt
• Only Sheep’s wool has lanolin
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Wool Processing• Wool needs to be carded to align the
fibers for better spinning and a smooth yarn. Several methods are available:
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Spinning Yarn
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Items That Can Be Made From Handspun Yarn
Hats Gloves
Blankets Felted Items
Socks Knitted Items
Shawls Crochet Items
Scarves Rugs
Mittens Embroidery
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Finished Yarn