Valais Blacknose Felted Fleece
Valais Blacknose Felted Fleece
Details
Breed: Valais Blacknose
Color: Shades of white and champagne
Origin: Scotts Mills, OR
Size: 30" x 27"
This piece was arranged one lock at a time before felting which results in a dense explosion of long lustrous curls. Part of our MIĀ / ELEMENT collection, this piece is a smaller-scale felted work. Photos can sometimes make a piece appear larger than it is, so be sure to check the listed dimensions before purchasing!
Flock Note
This fleece is from a small flock of Valais in Scotts Mills, OR, and their favorite treat is animal crackers! The flock's foundation breed is Romney which lends a softer feel to the fleece.
Breed Note
Native to Switzerland’s Valais region, Valais Blacknose sheep have distinctive thick white fleece, black facial markings, black knees and lower legs, and spiral horns. Nicknamed the "World's Cutest Sheep", Valais Blacknose are known to be affectionate and gentle. (This flock was very sweet when I visited them!)
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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