Wool - Cheviot and Cormo

The Cheviot originated in the Cheviot Hills, on the border of England and Scotland. Recognized as a hardy sheep as early as 1372, the breed was introduced into the United States in 1838 from their native Scotland. The Cheviot is a distinctive white-faced sheep, with a wool-free face and legs, pricked ears, black muzzle and black feet. It is a very alert, active sheep, with a stylish, lively carriage.

Cheviot wool has a distinctive helical crimp, which gives it that highly desirable resilience. Cheviot wool is often blended into other yarns to give resilience and durability to the finished article. The fleece is dense and long-stapled, of 56s-50s quality, and springy to the touch. Mature ewes will average a five to ten pound (2.25-4.5 kg) fleece that has a micron measurement of 27.0 - 33.0 and a spinning count of 48-56. The staple length of the fleece will be three to five inches (7.5-12 cm) with a yield of 50 to 75 percent.
 

Cheviot Wool Roving

Cheviot wool is ideal for hand spinning.  If you are just learning to spin, you will find that Cheviot wool is easy to work with.  Experienced spinners also appreciate Cheviot wool for its versatility and as a superior wool for dyeing, either before or after spinning.  Cheviot wool roving resists felting and is much less likely than most other types of wool to mat or tangle during the dye process.  It also produces lovely results when left its natural creamy color.

For 100% Cashmere roving $17.00/oz
For 100% French Angora rabbit cloud $7.00/oz
For 100% French Angora Rabbit Roving $8.00/oz
For Cheviot Roving $1.50/oz

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