Raw, skirted fleece from our purebred North Country Cheviot sheep.
The North Country Cheviot breed was developed in the late 18th century by crossing Border Cheviots with Leicester Longwools and Border Leicesters. Popular in Canada as a meat breed, they also produce bouncy, resilient wool that is great for everyday garments like sweaters, socks, and blankets. The staple is typically 3.5-6 inches (9-15 cm) in length with a chalky lustre that takes dyes well. The fibre can range from 27-33 microns (spinning counts 46s-56s), but is most commonly 27-30 microns, with a bold, uniform, uniquely three-dimensional crimp. North Country Cheviot wool is versatile and easy to work with and has been traditionally used in making tweed fabrics.
