Each sheep breed produces a unique fleece with its own texture, crimp, and purpose. Corriedale offers a soft, versatile wool perfect for spinning and felting, while East Friesian fleece is airy and ideal for blending or core work. Teeswater stands out with long, lustrous curls prized in high-end fiber art and felting projects.

Learn how to identify, skirt, and scour raw fleece in a supportive, farm-based setting. We'll work with real fleeces straight off the sheep and show you what makes a fleece worth saving—or tossing. This hands-on experience builds confidence from fleece to finished fiber.

From wet felting and needle felting to wool dyeing and drop spindle spinning, you’ll get a taste of it all. Try out traditional tools like carders and wheels while learning which fibers work best for each craft. It’s the perfect intro to the world of sheep’s wool.