1/2 lb 8 oz spinning fiber 60% polwarth 40% tussah silk a luster & smoothness you will treasure, dyes up beautifully & spinning is a dream! Polwarth does not pill like merino I always refund any shipping overages from my shop. The varity of weights & sizes makes it impossible to estimate combined shipping amounts. if you buy a pound the shipping is $12.40 for example The Polwarth sheep was developed in Australia by breeding Merino rams to Lincoln/Merino ewes so the foundation stock is 75% Merino/25% Lincoln The Polwarth sheep were developed to make a dual purpose sheep with a finer wool that would contribute a more significant portion of the ranchers income. Range Australia, New Zealand, Falkland Islands, South America. sheep Characteristics Wool Characteristics Polwarth fiber has a longer staple length from it’s Lincoln DNA. Easier to spin with longer staple length. Micron count between 22-25. Definitely next to skin softness. Noted for its elasticity, durability it is still considered a delicate fiber with bounce & drape All hand made items that are listed for sale & items already sold, images, designs , descriptions & content are original & â“’ of jill nickolene sanders 2009 - 2022 either registered or unregistered All rights reserved . Testimonials: " I am back for my third order of your polwarth/silk top! This spins like a DREAM & dyes amazing! Always fast shipping" P " Jill the polwarth silk blend is a dream to dye ,spin & weave with. It has such a wonderful sheen & the drape makes it extra special!" Sue “From sea to shining sea in 3 days The Polwarth Silk in increadable . So happy” M “Wow! What quick shipping! Nicely packaged, with a little extra gift. I can’t wait to start spinning this. It feel so luxurious & soft. It will end up being a shawl, & I think the drape will be perfect for the pattern I have in mind. Thank you!” T “Wow! What quick shipping! Nicely packaged, with a little extra gift. I can’t wait to start spinning this. It feel so luxurious & soft. It will end up being a shawl, & I think the drape will be perfect for the pattern I have in mind. Thank you!” R “So lovely I had to have more!“T “One of the best & fastest retailers on Etsy plus it’s always great to get the little treats & hand stamped messages.C” “Absolutely lovely stuff. So soft. Such great, quick shipping!” TC “Beautiful roving! Your shipment was lovingly packaged with laurel leaves & other special treats, so so thoughtful, thank you.“Kristen Polwarth Silk Roving 60/40 Natural 8 Ozs saorisantacruz
