Studio 1 - Combing wool/flax

Students explored various types of wool: two breeds washed but not scoured (lanolin still in) and one breed well scoured. They also handled some retted flax fiber. Using combs, a hackle, and primarily their own hands, students worked on turning the wool into roving by opening up the locks, picking out debris, and aligning the fibers. I also brought in some silk cocoons as an extra treat.

Supplies:

• Sheep's wool
• Flax
• Wool combs
• Hackle and diz

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