Icelandic Felted Fleece: “Natasja”
Icelandic Felted Fleece: “Natasja”
Details
Name: Natasja
Breed: Icelandic
Color: Shades of brown and blonde
Origin: Shimota Farm (Bellingham, WA)
Size: 30" across
This piece features Icelandic’s long dramatic locks! The center starts with darker brown locks and moves towards blonde and almost white at the outer edge. As a double-coated fleece, some shedding is typical and should be expected. Natasja is part of the Little Miss Muffet collection of felted fleece. These little round tuffets capture the full character, texture, and charm of each fleece in a petite piece, bringing a playful pop of joy wherever they land!
Shepherd Note
“Natasja is funny because she became a bottle baby after a month with Hazel and would reluctantly drink from a bottle. She was the only ewe lamb of the 4 bottle babies and stranger dangered us every day. And the second we stopped giving her bottles she was out! However she is warming up and is now one of the first to come up for treats :)”
Breed Note
Icelandic sheep developed in the harsh climate of Iceland and grow a naturally double-coated fleece. The longer, weather-resistant outer fibers are called tog, while the softer insulating undercoat is known as thel. As a double-coated fleece, some shedding is typical and should be expected.
What is felted fleece?
Animals like sheep, angora goats, and alpaca are shorn regularly as part of their ongoing care. Through a wet felting process, we use wool to create a durable backing while preserving the natural individuality of each fleece. These pieces, also called living rugs or vegetarian pelts are made entirely from fleece with no animal skin or hide. Learn more about our process here!
FAQs
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