Bergschaf Top

About the fibre

Staple length 80-100mm. Micron count 30-33. 

Coarse.

Bergschaf wool is a medium-coarse wool with a bulky handle. It takes dyes well.

This lofty fibre with a long staple length makes strong yarn, and is suitable for wet felting and needle felting. 

Natural white.

Each bag contains 100g of wool.

Origin: United Kingdom

About the breed

Although not officially established as a recognized breed until the 19th century, Bergschaf sheep are believed to be one of the oldest breeds. They have their origins in the Tirol region, and are a multi-use sheep well-suited to grazing and foraging in the mountains. 

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