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Our flock was first established here in 2015. Since inheriting them with the farm in 2022, we have worked to know each individual under our care -- our "matriarchs," our breeding rams, the quality of fleece each grows and passes down through family lineage, any health related issues throughout the year, and specific weather conditions impacting the quality of pastures and our management. Each year brings different challenges, and each sheared fleece tells the story of a life lived.

 

While the Clun Forest breed is wonderfully consistent in fleece production -- a "down breed" producing creamy white, thick wool with a high crimp measuring anywhere from 3.5 to 5.5 inches in staple length -- some are just softer and silkier. Through careful sorting, we find the right use for each one.​ Below is a current list of products. We endeavor to keep the wool as close to home as possible, partnering with nearby mills for many of the end products.

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Rovings - 100% Clun Forest wool

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Our un-dyed Clun Forest roving is offered in two options -- whole flock adult wool with a standard 3-4" staple length; and lambswool from Lilo's first shearing, who grows long wool for a Clun at 5-6". All wool comes from our own flock of sheep. It has been scoured and carded locally and left in its natural creamy white color.

Clun Forest wool is distinctly springy and elastic and is beloved by hand spinners for yarn. It is easy to spin and takes dye very well. Roving is also well suited for a variety of felting and weaving projects.

By purchasing this wool, you are supporting the preservation of an endangered heritage breed, currently designated by the Livestock Conservancy as "Threatened".

Contents: 100% Clun Forest Wool

Weight: 4 oz.

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Rovings - 100% Clun Forest wool

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