Wool fiber processing
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| Wool fiber processing | |
|---|---|
| Language | Norwegian |
| Contact | iain |
| Size | x x |
| Type | Intangible |
| Omeka | Link |
| Talk Page | Link |
The know-how about curating, harvesting and selecting the best parts of the sheep wool and different uses according to its natural properties: socks, sweaters, woven fabrics and felted wools. Different breeds will shed different wool textures. Banking on traditional knowledge, finding the best kinds of wool from different sheep breeds and applying it to modern uses comes from cycles of investigation and practice developed throughout the decades. The yarn is colored using natural dyes many of which have been used for centuries.