{"product_id":"undyed-polwarth-wool-combed-top-spinning-felting-fiber","title":"Undyed Polwarth Combed Wool Top – Spinning \u0026 Felting Fiber","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"322\" data-start=\"256\" data-section-id=\"1lohrsb\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoft Polwarth Combed Wool Top for Spinning, Felting, and Dyeing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"614\" data-start=\"324\"\u003eThis undyed Polwarth wool top is a fine spinning fiber known for its softness, elasticity, and smooth drafting. Prepared as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"464\" data-start=\"450\"\u003ecombed top\u003c\/strong\u003e, the fibers are aligned parallel and the shorter fibers are removed, creating a clean preparation that drafts evenly and spins into soft, consistent yarn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"829\" data-start=\"616\"\u003ePolwarth sheep were developed in Australia in the late 1800s by crossing \u003cstrong data-end=\"721\" data-start=\"689\"\u003eMerino with Lincoln Longwool\u003c\/strong\u003e, producing a fiber that combines Merino’s softness with the strength and resilience of longer-stapled Lincoln wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1055\" data-start=\"831\"\u003eMany hand spinners appreciate Polwarth as a fine wool that drafts easily while maintaining good strength in finished yarns. Because it balances softness with durability, it is sometimes described as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1055\" data-start=\"1032\"\u003e“spinner’s Merino.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1214\" data-start=\"1057\"\u003eNaturally white and undyed, this wool top is also well suited for \u003cstrong data-end=\"1138\" data-start=\"1123\"\u003ehand dyeing\u003c\/strong\u003e, absorbing color evenly with acid dyes and other protein-fiber dye methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1408\" data-start=\"1216\"\u003ePolwarth’s fine micron range and dependable staple length make it a versatile fiber for \u003cstrong data-end=\"1348\" data-start=\"1304\"\u003espinning, felting, weaving, and blending\u003c\/strong\u003e, suitable for both beginning and experienced fiber artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1237\" data-start=\"1087\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePair With Color Packs  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1237\" data-start=\"1087\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.alderandalouette.com\/products\/retro-pop-corriedale-wool-sliver-needle-felting-pack\" title=\"Retro colors Corridale Wool Top for Needle Felting\"\u003eRetro Pop Corriedale Wool Top Bundle \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1237\" data-start=\"1087\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.alderandalouette.com\/products\/woodland-neutrals-corriedale-wool-sliver-needle-felting-pack\" title=\"neutral woodland wool top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWoodland Neutrals Wool Top Bundle \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1433\" data-start=\"1415\" data-section-id=\"189qedo\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1691\" data-start=\"1435\"\u003eFiber: 100% Polwarth wool\u003cbr data-end=\"1463\" data-start=\"1460\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1691\" data-start=\"1435\"\u003ePreparation: Combed top\u003cbr data-end=\"1489\" data-start=\"1486\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1691\" data-start=\"1435\"\u003eColor: Natural white \/ off-white (undyed)\u003cbr data-end=\"1533\" data-start=\"1530\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1691\" data-start=\"1435\"\u003eMicron: approx. 22–23 µm\u003cbr data-end=\"1560\" data-start=\"1557\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1691\" data-start=\"1435\"\u003eStaple length: approx. 3–4 inches\u003cbr data-end=\"1596\" data-start=\"1593\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1691\" data-start=\"1435\"\u003ePut-up: approx. 8 oz or 16 oz bundle\u003cbr data-end=\"1635\" data-start=\"1632\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1691\" data-start=\"1435\"\u003eOrigin: Australian Polwarth wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1722\" data-start=\"1698\" data-section-id=\"1i8wv5d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiber Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2030\" data-start=\"1724\"\u003eFine wool with soft hand suitable for garments\u003cbr data-end=\"1773\" data-start=\"1770\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2030\" data-start=\"1724\"\u003eBalanced crimp provides elasticity and structure\u003cbr data-end=\"1824\" data-start=\"1821\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2030\" data-start=\"1724\"\u003eCombed top preparation drafts smoothly for spinning\u003cbr data-end=\"1878\" data-start=\"1875\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2030\" data-start=\"1724\"\u003eUndyed fiber suitable for hand dyeing\u003cbr data-end=\"1918\" data-start=\"1915\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2030\" data-start=\"1724\"\u003eFelts reliably for needle or wet felting projects\u003cbr data-end=\"1970\" data-start=\"1967\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2030\" data-start=\"1724\"\u003eVersatile fiber for spinning, weaving, felting, and blending\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"127\" data-start=\"119\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"127\" data-start=\"119\"\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"190\" data-start=\"129\"\u003eStore fiber clean and dry to protect from moisture and moths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"398\" data-start=\"192\"\u003eFor finished wool items, hand wash gently in cool water with a mild wool wash. 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