Clemetis #804 - 8 lbs of Wensleydale Raw Fleece Charcoal Black Wool Fiber
This beautiful raw fleece comes from Clemetis (#804), a NAWSA-registered Wensleydale with long, thick locks that showcase a rich charcoal black base subtly tipped with warm brown highlights. Grown over 11 months and sheared in May 2024, this 8 lb fleece offers a stunning blend of deep, cool tones and sun-kissed warmth.
The locks are robust and full-bodied, with excellent length and strength typical of Wensleydale wool, making this fleece ideal for spinners, felters, and fiber artists seeking texture and color complexity. With natural luster and a soft hand after processing, Clemetis’s fleece promises both beauty and versatility.
Weight: 8 lbs
Sheep: "Clemetis" #804
Breed: Wensleydale (NAWSA Registered)
Color: Charcoal Black with Brown Tips
Growth: 11 months
Sheared: 5/9/24
About Our Fleece
At Wild Rose Sheep Farm, we take great pride in breeding exceptional Wensleydale, Teeswater, and Valais Blacknose sheep, ensuring that every fleece embodies the highest standards of quality. Our customers consistently praise our fleeces for their cleanliness, luster, and overall excellence—a direct result of the care and attention we devote to our flock.
In just twelve months, our sheep’s locks can grow up to twelve inches in length. We typically shear our Wensleydales and Teeswaters every 10 to 14 months, while the Valais are shorn every 6 months. Valais fleece tends to have a toothier texture, while Wensleydale and Teeswater fleece are known for their high lanolin content and beautiful lock structure which lends them to have a greasier feel. Each raw fleece is meticulously skirted to remove dirt, hay, and straw, making them highly prized by hand-spinners and crafters alike.