Premium Undyed Corriedale Cross Combed Wool Top
Experience the perfect balance of softness, strength, and versatility with our Corriedale Cross Combed Wool Top — a medium-grade, all-purpose fiber loved by spinners, felters, and weavers alike. Ethically sourced from non-mulesed flocks and expertly processed into a smooth, parallel combed top, this wool combines the soft hand of Merino with the durability of Lincoln Longwool, making it ideal for both beginners and professionals.
Whether you’re spinning a strong worsted yarn, felting sculptural forms, or weaving textured fabric, Corriedale’s long staple length and springy crimp make it one of the most reliable, forgiving fibers available today.
Worsted-Grade Combed Top
Each strand is carefully combed to remove shorter fibers and vegetable matter, aligning the remaining fibers in parallel. This creates a cleaner, smoother, and stronger top, perfect for high-quality worsted yarns that maintain excellent stitch definition.
Soft, Durable Fiber
With a micron count between 25–32 µm and a staple length of 3.5–6 inches (80–150 mm), Corriedale delivers the ideal balance — soft enough for outerwear and accessories, yet strong enough to resist pilling and breakage over time.
Beginner-Friendly Drafting
Corriedale’s long staple and medium crimp make it incredibly easy to spin on both drop spindles and spinning wheels. It’s a favorite among new spinners for its forgiving drafting behavior and consistent results.
Superior Felting Performance
Thanks to its distinctive crimp and fiber diameter, Corriedale felts quickly and evenly. Use it for needle felting, wet felting, or nuno felting, where it forms dense, cohesive structures with excellent surface control.
Beautiful Dye Absorption
Naturally off-white and undyed, this wool top provides a perfect blank canvas for hand dyeing. It takes color richly and evenly, allowing for vivid solids, gentle gradients, or hand-blended effects.
Ethical & Sustainable Sourcing
Sourced from responsibly raised New Zealand and Australian flocks, this fiber is cruelty-free and non-mulesed.
Unique Features
- 100% undyed, natural Corriedale Cross combed top — premium quality and purity.
- Long 3.5–6" staple for smooth drafting and reduced breakage.
- Medium micron count (25–32 µm) — soft yet strong for spinning and felting.
- Felts easily and evenly for both sculptural and flat projects.
- Perfect for spinning, felting, weaving, dyeing, and blending with luxury fibers.
- Cruelty-free and sustainably processed from non-mulesed sheep.
- Available in bulk and a convenient, smaller bundle for all crafting needs.
- Available in other natural shades, blends, and fully saturated dyed colors here.
FAQs
What’s the difference between combed top and roving?
While both are prepared spinning fibers, combed top has undergone an additional process that aligns all fibers in parallel, removing shorter strands and impurities. This results in smoother drafting, stronger yarn, and less waste.
Is this suitable for beginners?
Absolutely. Corriedale is widely recommended for beginners due to its manageable staple length, medium fiber diameter, and forgiving drafting behavior. It’s one of the easiest wools to spin smoothly.
How soft is Corriedale compared to Merino?
Corriedale is slightly coarser than Merino, but still soft enough for most outerwear, hats, and mittens. It has more structure and durability, making it a great choice for projects that need resilience and shape retention.
Can it be used for needle felting?
Yes — Corriedale’s medium fiber diameter and well-defined crimp make it ideal for needle felting. It forms firm, smooth shapes quickly and evenly without excess fuzzing.
How should I care for finished projects?
Hand wash gently in lukewarm water with a mild wool detergent. Lay flat to dry. Corriedale is naturally resilient and maintains its structure beautifully after washing.
Ready to Create with Corriedale
From spinning sleek worsted yarns to crafting dimensional felted art, Corriedale Cross Combed Wool Top delivers dependable quality, ethical sourcing, and a natural balance of softness and strength. Its versatility makes it a staple in every fiber artist’s toolkit — whether you’re a seasoned spinner or just beginning your fiber journey.
Experience the wool that does it all — soft enough to love, strong enough to last.