Undyed Merino Combed Wool Top

Experience the pure softness and versatility of fine Merino. OurUndyed Merino Combed Wool Top is meticulously prepared for makers who want smooth drafting, luxe next-to-skin comfort, and a clean, neutral base for natural or acid dyeing. Perfect for hand spinning, needle & wet felting, weaving, and hand-painting colorways.

Why Our Merino Top Stands Out

• Fine, soft handle (approx. 2325 microns): Comfortable next to skin; ideal for garments, accessories, and wearable art.
• True combed top: Parallel fiber alignment with short fibers, neps, and excess VM removed for sleek worsted or semi-worsted spinning.
• Undyed & chemical-conscious: Natural cream/oat hues; no added dyes or bleaching, preserving elasticity, luster, and durability.
• Dyes beautifully: Takes color evenly and vividlydye as top or after spinning for custom gradients.
• Multi-craft ready: Drafts easily, felts quickly, and weaves into balanced, resilient cloth.
• Responsibly sourced: From non-mulesed flocks with eco-aware processing.

Specs at a Glance

What You Can Make

• Hand-spun yarns: Spin sleek worsted for crisp stitch definition or draft from the fold for airy, woolen-style loft.
• Felting projects: Excellent for needle, wet, and Nuno feltingforms smooth surfaces and fine details.
• Dye work: Hand-paint, kettle dye, or speckleundyed base yields vivid, even color.
• Woven & knit pieces: Scarves, cowls, sweaters, baby items, and soft home textiles.

Care & Handling Tips

• Before dyeing: Coil or lightly chain the top to keep fibers aligned during soaking.
• Prevent felting: Avoid agitation and sudden temperature changes when fiber is wet.
• Washing finished pieces: Hand wash or gentle wool cycle with pH-neutral soap; lay flat to dry.
• Storage: Keep clean and dry in a sealed container; add cedar or lavender to deter moths.

FAQs

Is this roving or top?
Its true combed topfibers are parallel and debris/noils are removed for smoother spinning and cleaner felting, sometimes referred to as roving.

Is Merino good for beginners?
Yes. The fine crimp and 34″ staple make drafting predictable on both wheel and drop spindle.

Can I dye it?
Absolutely. As a protein fiber, Merino takes acid dyes and natural dyes beautifullydye the top or your finished skeins.

Will it felt?
Quickly and reliably. Great for needle and wet felting; handle gently when you dont want it to felt.