Falkland top for spinning - Robin's Egg - 5 oz. pearl I find this easier to

I find this easier to spin than merino

although the silk somewhat compensates for that by its longer staple length

less expensive and a little easier to spin than cultivated ( also known as mulberry ) silk but still a premium quality tussah - so perfect for those ready to venture into silk spinning

due to differences in water across the globe

Falkland top for spinning - Robin's Egg - 5 oz. pearl I find this easier to26 Micron, staple length 4 6 inches, 100 115 mm. The base flock of the Falkland wool is Corridale, Polwarth and Dohne Merino. These breeds were developed for dual purpose, meat and wool production and are selectively bred for the ability to survive in the harsh climate of the Falkland Islands. The upside of the harsh climate is that insects and disease associated with them are not a problem. The wool is almost guaranteed to be chemical free. Since