Coopworth DK

Coopworth DK

Flora Adora Fibers

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Approx 220 yds/ 116 g (4.1 oz)

The wool comes from Hidden Valley Farm in Wisconsin and was milled in Michigan. I purchased this in Michigan, washed and cleaned it, before sending off to the mill. It was a beautiful light gray-tan in the fleece and finished, is more tan than gray with a slight halo and sheen. 

The Coopworth breed was developed in the 1950’s using Border Leicesters and Romney. The fiber has lengthy staples, luster, good crimp and usually is best suited for for outerwear, such as hats or sweaters. There is a crisp hand which gives definition to stitch or weave.

Each skein is unique, purchase multi-skein projects together & alternate rows. Colors are shown as accurately as possible but Monitors will vary.

You can prolong the life of all textiles and colors by washing by hand in cool water and avoiding exposure to strong, direct, prolonged light. For yarn, air drying on a flat surface will prevent stretching and sagging. A neutral wool wash is recommended. I currently use non scented Eucalan or Orvus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do your yarns come from?

At present, yarns come from the US, Britain and Canada. Bit by bit, I'm adding yarns made from small US farm wools. Some yarns are here for the long haul, others are limited editions.

Are natural dyes color fast and fade resistant?

There is an almost infinite number of natural dye sources but many are not light or wash fast. Flora Adora Fibers uses natural dyes that are known to have excellent to good light and wash fastness. Food grade mordants are used to bind dyes and permanently fix them to the fibers.

Both commercial and natural dyes will fade with extended exposure to strong light.

Washing yarns and finished projects in cool water with a pH neutral soap will further help maintain colors.

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Sharon Miller, owner of Flora Adora Fibers, in a field cutting yellow goldenrod flowers for natural dyeing.

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