Both Dorset and Cheviot fall into the category of Down (or Down-like) breeds
it has the hand and softness of merino and a slight luster of lincoln
this is a lovely blend
It has rich color and magical shine
Carded twice on our new Mad-Batt'r carder
Batt in a Braid #5 - Indigo -(5.1 oz.) Merino/ Camel/ silk/ faux cashmere/ firestar (25/25/25/12/12) Shade:Few Light Patches Both Dorset and Cheviot fallSome indigo particles may be released by the abrasion of working with the fiber (that is, by spinning), and your fingers may be tinged slightly blue. However, don't worry, it washes right off your hands! Please handle your fiber with care as always and wash in cool water with pH neutral soap. This is part of our Natural Dye Series, dyed exclusively with natural dyes, such as: madder, cochineal, weld, logwood, brazilwood, osage orange, indigo, Saxon