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Jacobs Aran

Jacobs Aran

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The Jacob sheep has been bred in England for hundreds of years. It's fleece is soft, springy and very hard wearing which makes it perfect for outer garments, blankets and cushions. This is natural, undyed fibre, reared, sheared and spun right here in England.

  • 100 gram skein
  • 100% Jacobs wool
  • 166 metres
  • Hand wash cool, lay flat to dry
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Why we love West Yorkshire Spinners

Beginnings

West Yorkshire Spinners was founded in 1997 in Yorkshire, the original home of the British worsted spinning industry. Setting up a spinning mill from the ground up was daunting, but with hard work and a determination to succeed, they built a strong reputation for high-quality natural-fibre yarns. By 2012, they launched their own yarn – Fleece 100% Bluefaced Leicester – to help champion British wool and its fascinating heritage. Working closely with farmers and wool merchants, they started to build a range of unique and innovative products that showcased what could be achieved by blending British wool and manufacturing ingenuity.

Always Innovative

When creating natural-fibre yarns, they carefully combine traditional skills with state-of-the-art technology to ensure they're always one step ahead. From the finest and purest breed-specific fleece to delicate Mulberry silk, sustainable British alpaca and natural plant fibres, the materials inspire everything they do and each process is crafted by their in- house creative team, around the unique characteristics of the fibre and blend. This care and attention also extends into dyeing and they work with local dyers and their in-house dye plant to ensure quality and consistency.

Animal & Environment Friendly

Extolling the virtues of British wool is important, but they also know it’s crucial to provide a complete – and fully transparent – story for people who want to craft with the highest-quality fibres. They prioritise traceability, being socially responsible and all of their wools are non-mulesed, ensuring the best welfare for the sheep who grow their wool!