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Fibre Prep: Ryeland

Preparation of raw Ryeland fleece for spinning through, skirting, washing and carding.

Ryelands are some of Britain’s oldest sheep dating back to the Middle Ages…

Spinning, Plying & Setting the Twist of the Dorset Horn on Spindle and Wheel.

Making a DIY Blending Board

Preparation of raw Dorset Horn fleece for spinning through, skirting, washing and carding.

Dorset Horn sheep have been around in the UK since the 17th century, making them one of the oldest breeds in the UK…