50g (1.8oz) of North Ronaldsay Fibre
35g (1.2oz) Handcarded Merino, British Shetland Batt
50g (1.8oz) of Hand blended British BFL (Blue Faced Leicester), Merino Roving
plus illustrated instructions all in a presentation box.
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Available in a choice of colours shown in the pictures, when you order please let me know which colours you would like, or let me know if you have no preference.
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*Why North Ronaldsay Fibre?
This fibre is much easier to use for beginners, the length of the fibres is not as long, the fibres grip together better. North Ronaldsay sheep are a very primitive breed, but unlike many primitive breeds have a relatively fine and soft fleece. This is a rare breed that only lives on the island of North Ronaldsay in Scotland, for much of the year it grazes the shore of the island eating seaweed. By buying this fibre you're supporting an ancient industry and way of life that goes back to 3000BC.
For more information about this breed take a look at the Rare Breeds Survival Trust Webpage- http://www.rbst.org.uk/watch-list/sheep/northronaldsay
Please note, this fibre varies in it's shades of grey and brown, some batches are darker, others lighter.
You can choose from white, grey or brown, shown in the third picture, pick 50g (2 bumps), of the same colour, or 25g each of 2 different colours.
*Batts are triple carded and made from 50% British Shetland, 50% Merino. Colours available are red, green, blue or magenta. Shown in the fourth picture
*My rovings are hand blended using a hackle, this creates open, easy to draft fibre. Made from a blend of British BFL (Blue Faced Leicester), and Merino. Available in a choice of green, blue, red, or magenta. Shown in the fifth picture
For postage all fibres will be sent in a plastic bag to prevent any damage.
**If you order extra fibre with this listing I may use an alternative larger sized box than the one pictured.**
You might prefer a kit with just 100g of North Ronaldsay fibre, a spindle, and instructions without the presentation box and other fibres-
http://www.etsy.com/listing/80388433/beginner-spinning-kit-100g-35oz-roving-a
Please note, you might not receive the exact fibre shown in these pictures, it will be the same colours, made in the same way, but as I sell certain colours I replace it with fresh blends.
All purchases can be used for the PhatFiber Buy Phat superbox incentive, go to http://www.ravelry.com/groups/phat-fiber-sampler-box for more details
Have any questions?
Contact the shop owner.
