Rhoda #625 - 4 lbs of Wensleydale Raw Fleece Charcoal Brown Wool Fiber
This richly colored fleece comes from Rhoda (#625), a NAWSA-registered Wensleydale ewe with a dense, textured coat full of charm. In a deep charcoal brown with warm, earthy undertones, this 4 lb raw fleece is packed with tightly curled locks that add wonderful structure and bounce—perfect for spinners and felters looking for definition and character.
Grown over 9 months and sheared in October 2024, Rhoda’s fleece has a bit more natural lanolin than others, giving it a slightly greasy feel and helping preserve the integrity of its tight curls. Once washed, it reveals the beautiful luster and strength Wensleydale wool is known for, making it ideal for detailed fiber work or adding texture to blended projects.
Weight: 4 lbs
Sheep: "Rhoda" #625
Breed: Wensleydale (NAWSA Registered)
Color: Charcoal Brown
Growth: 9 months
Sheared: 10/28/24
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.