Jacob Wool Top

About the fibre

Staple length 85-95mm. Micron count 33-35.

Medium-coarse

Jacob is a classic hand-spinners' wool.

Available in natural white, natural grey, and natural black.

Sold in bags containing 100g of wool.

Origin: United Kingdom

About the breed

Jacob sheep are a heritage breed that produce soft, naturally coloured and delightfully spotted fleeces, which range from white, through warm browns and greys, all the way to a deep brown-black.

They are also known, and easily recognized, for growing either two or four horns.

Believed to be closely related to ancient varieties of sheep raised in the Middle East, they were considered a "fashionable" breed in England in the 17th century. Personally, we think their look is timeless.

Joe Regan / Jacob Sheep / CC BY-SA 2.0