SW Cheviot/Nylon Blend
Spruce
$20.00USD
Fiber: 80% Superwash Cheviot Wool Blend/ 20% Nylon
Structure: Combed Top
Microns: 26-31mic
Handle: Medium Soft
Staple Length: 70-100mm
Technique: Hand-Dyed
Weight: Approx. 4 oz. each
Care: Machine Washable
This is the perfect fiber for sock spinning! The wool is a Cheviot Wool Blend (mostly other English breeds, and a small bit of Merino) that has been superwashed for easy care and minimal felting. Nylon has also been added for even more strength, making this fiber hard-wearing and durable. It’s not as soft as Merino, but still plenty soft for accessories and garments.
These combed tops were dyed using what I like to refer to as my "Intuitive" dyeing technique, where I let my brain go and dye according to the moment. Colors are many, and all over the place! ๐ There is no solid color pattern, like in hand-painted tops, so if you want control and long solid colors, this fiber is probably not for you!
However, if you are into lots of random colors, (and surprises) you will love this hand dyed top! The best approach is to split the top lengthwise into strips before spinning to keep the colors bright and clear. I usually split mine into at least 8 strips, sometimes 16 if I'm spinning a fine yarn like a 2-ply fingering. You can also "design" your finished garment this way - the more splits, the shorter stripes. Split into 2, and then split and spin each half the exact same - now you have fiber for matching socks or mitts! Have fun with it!
Additional information
| Weight | 113 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 14 × 6 × 3 in |
| Care | Machine Wash |
| Content | Blend, Cheviot Wool, Nylon, Superwash |
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