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Paradise Fibers Light Grey Swaledale Top
SKU: T192-S-1-08
$19.00 USD
Long and Strong! The Swaledale breed has naturally long fibers and great strength.
Swaledale wool is predominantly used in carpet yarns and rug yarns due to its excellent resilience and hard-wearing properties. Some wool finds its use in hand-knitting yarns. The fineness is approx. 35-45 microns and length, 100-200mm. The fleece varies in color from white to grey.
Perfect for hand spinning, hand felting and many other craft uses.
Microns: 35-45mic
Fiber Length: 100-200mm
Top/Roving Length: 4 metres per 100g
Top/Roving Width: 1 inch
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