2026 Conservation Breed Fiber Bundle
We have selected four fabulous spinning fibers from the group of sheep breeds considered Conservation Breeds.
Jacob sheep, an adorable, multi-horned spotted sheep (most commonly they have four horns, but can have up to six) from the U.K., has seen a resurgence in popularity over the last several decades. The wool from these heirloom white and black spotted sheep with a goat-like build are especially popular with spinners and felters, who can get a range of naturally colored wool from a single sheep by either separating out the black and white wool, or by blending the two colors together.
Teeswater is a rare English longwool with a fleece of long, loose, wavy locks and a beautiful silky shine. Combed into top it spins into a smooth, strong yarn with genuine lustre and lovely drape, and it's a favorite for weaving, trims and doll hair where you want that glossy curl to show.
Tracing their history to the Hebrides (a 500+ island archipelago off the west coast of Scotland) today's Hebridean sheep are descendants of flocks that were relocated to the English mainland in the late 19th century. Best known for the dark, lustrous color, Hebridean wool is suitable for outer garments and blankets. Suitable for spinning, weaving, knitting and felting
Hill Radnor sheep, also known simply as Radnor sheep, are a breed that originated in central Wales during the early 1900s. The curly horned rams and polled ewes still roam the same rolling hills of Wales, although today they are considered an at risk breed by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST) in the U.K.
Contents:
- 250g (~8.8 oz) Jacob Top - Grey
- 250g (~8.8 oz) Teeswater Top - White
- 250g (~8.8 oz) Hebridean Top - Black
- 250g (~8.8 oz) Hill Radnor Top - White
