Romney Experiment

Last week in spin class, we got some Romney fiber that is pin-drafted.  Here is the picture of it - very pretty preparation.

We are to spin it up and get it ready for dyeing in next week's class.


Here is the spun up 2-ply.

Romneys are originally from England and are medium-sized sheep.  The fiber has some luster and a well-defined crimp.  The staple length varies from 4 to 8 inches.  Is is a coarse fiber and felt coarser to me than the Lincolns.


The yarn has quite a bit of a halo and is a little rough to the touch.