What Wool is Best for Spinning?
Long Wools Vs fine Wools( fibers) for spinning
Well in the land of spinning fibers there are so many different types of fibers you can choose to spin that it can be hard to even know where to start. Now there are many great books on this topic if you want to get into it but I mean this is more like my favorite go-to’s for both personal projects and a lot of what we produce here at CHY and My Local Wool.
One of the ways that I have most enjoyed learning about different fiber types is from the “ My Local Wool Sampler Boxes” As we get new farmers on our map and forge new relationships with them by sending out and promoting their fiber in our sampler boxes I get to handle all of the fiber while packaging them. This many times ( most all times) leads to me wanting to keep all of the fiber for myself. It has also helped me get a great idea of the feel and look of many different fibers in different “ put-ups” Roving, Batts, hand combed… etc.
We also have some great repeat favorites we use ( many times from these same small farms and mills) for our braid and fiber artist design boxes.
For the Braids we alternative often between USA superfine Merino, Rambouillet, and Targhee from VA and a USA Corriedale.
Merino and Rambouillet are both considered “ fine fibers” with a Micron countless that 20. Merino of course is a very popular fiber not just for spinning but also for nice sweaters in your favorite store. Merino is the “ softest” and to me has almost a cotton ball feeling to it. It also has a shorter ( but not super short) fiber length and is a bit crimpy. Rambouillet is like the cool cousin of the Merino in my opinion and we use it often in our braids it is very soft but with a somewhat longer more “lofty” fiber length.
Targhee and Corriedale both are considered “Medium Wools” They are not as fine as the previous two but they are also stronger. I love using wool from this section ( low 20s Micron count) for spinning yarn for fingerless gloves, slipper socks, outerwear… They also have a great draft, meaning they are easy to spin in my opinion so I think it’s great wool to be enjoyed by new and advanced spinners alike.
At the moment we don’t have a regular supplier of BFL roving for our braid clubs but we do love to get it in small batches and blend it up with our batts. I just love BFL and I think it’s my favorite example of a “ long wool” with a long fiber length and good strength BFL is great for spinning fine and also has a beautiful luster and hair-like quality.
Get your hands on some of our fab small farm fiber as discussed above. Check out our spinning wool subscriptions below.
Do indie dyed braids make your heart skip a beat, they’re so fluffy and full of possibilities…. Then this is the monthly subscription for you. Every month I’ll be designing a custom color way just for that month so it will be seasonally appropriate and on trend.
We’re so proud of our hand-dyed braids. I wanted the perfect easy to use and inspiring fiber option for beginners and advanced spinners alike. Roving braids are very popular for a reason. We wanted braids that would live up to our standards here of supporting small farms and mills. These braids are from a small USA Farms and Mills with Ethical treatment of the Sheep. You will be billed once a month and will receive your box later that same month.
4oz braid
USA Sheep and Mills
Hand Dyed in Small batches by our dye team
fun monthly limited edition colorways
Wool is super soft Merino ,Ramboullet, Shaniko, Targhee or similar breeds between 19-23 Mircons. We are very picky on our fiber quaintly both for being ethically & locally sourced but also for superior softness and spinablility.
This is a monthly subscription that you can cancel at anytime. If you receive and charge and would prefer not to receive a box that month as long as you let us know with in 3 days of the charge we will even issue your refund for the same month. We really want this to be fun and enjoyable for everyone.
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We’re excited to introduce the Natural Beauty Fiber Bundle Club! Thanks to our valued connections with small farmers, we’re able to share these exclusive, high-quality fibers with you. Each month, I will carefully plan and create a unique bundle of natural wool and locks sourced from small farms.
This subscription allows you to incorporate unique, hard-to-find fibers into your existing stash while discovering new aspects of the fiber world.
Everyone loves a surprise in the mail! By subscribing to this service, you or a loved one can look forward to receiving a mystery box each month. You will be billed monthly and receive your box shortly after.
Fiber Examples:
Shetland
Cormo
Alpaca
Babydoll
Gotland
Merino
Rambo
Cotswold
Each month, your box will include:
2oz batt
We encourage you to share your creations with us! Join our community on Facebook in the Handspun Yarn Love group, and on Instagram with the hashtags #craftyhousewifeyarns and #feralscene.
Join the Natural Beauty Fiber Bundle Club and enjoy exceptional fibers delivered to your door every month!
Our team of fiber artists and our small farm friends are thrilled to introduce the Monthly Spinning Fiber Subscription, crafted with an eye for design. This special package, which I originally created for personal friends and fellow fiber enthusiasts, is now available to you!
Here’s what you’ll receive each month:
4 oz Hand-Dyed Braid: Hand-dyed by our talented dye team, featuring our classic soft merino/rambouillet blend from a historic mill in the USA.
2 oz Mixed Fiber Batt: Made from unique and natural fibers, including selections from small USA farms like those in our Natural Beauty Bundle.
1 oz Batt or Rolag: Created from luxury fibers, hand-dyed and blended by our skilled fiber artists.
Our most loved spinning fiber subscription. A little bit of everything!
Great for gifting.
Totaling 7 oz of premium spinning fiber, this subscription is designed to inspire your creativity every month.
The spinning fiber subscriptions will be sent out around mid-month, ensuring you have a regular supply of beautiful fibers to work with.
Join our community and elevate your spinning projects with our hand-picked, high-quality fibers!
Who doesn’t love a surprise in the mail? With our new subscription service, you can sign up yourself or a loved one to receive a mystery package of delightful fiber goodness every month. You’ll be billed monthly and the box will arrive shortly after.
Inside each box, you’ll find approximately 2 oz of luxurious, hand-dyed spinning fiber from our talented team of fiber artists. Our fiber blends include:
Extra soft merino wool
Bamboo
Faux cashmere
Silks
Angora rabbit
Silky kid mohair
And other exotic, hand-dyed fibers
Each batt is about 2 oz of soft, colorful, and natural wool.
Join the fun and add a touch of mystery to your spinning projects!
Subscribe now and enjoy the luxury of hand-dyed fibers delivered to your door each month.
We can't wait to share our passion for fiber arts with you!
