Common Misconceptions About Wool, Myth #6: Wool is Difficult to Clean
Are you wondering how to keep your favorite wool sweater clean or how to wash your new Shepherd’s Dream Merino wool comforter, but concerned about the cost or how to do it? Rest assured it’s not as daunting as many people think! Wool resists static, dirt, dust, and...
Common Misconceptions About Wool, Myth #5: Wool Is Expensive
Another common myth about wool that we aim to debunk is its price. So let’s take a look at the question you’re probably asking: Is wool expensive? When comparing thread-to-thread or pound-to-pound, depending on what type or form of textile you’re looking at, wool is...
How is Wool Processed? From Sheep to Sheets: Stage 5
At Shepherd’s Dream we work closely with Woolgatherer Carding Mill, located just down the road from us in Montague, California. Woolgatherer supplies all the wool we use to make our natural and organic wool bedding. Over the past several weeks we’ve been exploring how...
How is Wool Processed? From Sheep to Sheets: Stage 4
In previous blog posts, we discussed the first few stages of processing wool: Selecting Wool Growers, Shearing, and Skirting, Grading & Baling. This process is overseen by Woolgatherer Carding Mill, located just down the road from us in Montague, California....
