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Wool To Buy — Wensleydale

For years, Wensleydale sheep were the status symbols of the nobility, their lustrous wool so sought after by master weavers that they were kept as much for their beauty as for their production. Yet, by the mid-20th century, the breed nearly vanished, deemed too expensive for the average farmer. Wensleydale White Pin Drafted Sliver Wool Roving

Ethically produced from the Home Farm flock, this 100% Wensleydale wool is available in natural and dyed colors. : Around $23.32 . Weight : Aran (Worsted Weight), 100g. Available at : Etsy . Wensleydale White Pin Drafted Sliver Wool Roving

Soft, smooth, and easy to work with, this roving is ideal for spinning and other fiber crafts. : Wild Rose Sheep Farm . White Wensleydale Yarn - Worsted Windsong Farm Go to product viewer dialog for this item. A custom millspun, 2-ply worsted weight yarn. Price : $44.00 . Weight : Worsted weight, 5.5 oz. Available at : Windsong Farm . The Weaver’s Legacy: A Story of the Blue Cap Breed