Common Misconceptions About Wool, Myth #6: Cleaning Wool Is Difficult
Is Dry Cleaning Necessary? Are you wondering how to keep your favorite wool sweater clean or how to wash your new Shepherd’s … Read more
Wonders of Wool
Common Misconceptions About Wool, Myth #5: Wool Is Expensive
Another common myth that we aim to debunk is that wool is expensive, especially compared to synthetic alternatives. On the surface level … Read more
How is Wool Processed? From Sheep to Sheets -Carding Wool: 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 … Read more
How is Wool Processed? From Sheep to Sheets: Stage 4
Understanding Wool Processing #4 In previous blog posts, we discussed the first few stages of processing wool: Selecting Wool Growers, Shearing, and … Read more
How is Wool Processed? From Sheep to Sheets: Stage 3
Understanding Wool Processing #3 Lately on our blog, we’ve been exploring the process of wool – from the pastures to the finished … Read more
Common Misconceptions About Wool, Myth #4: “Sheep Are Harmed During Shearing”
Wool is a textile fiber that comes from many different animals, but generally refers to the hair from sheep. Did you ever … Read more
