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Fiber Education
Take your time. Every page here is written the way we'd explain it if you were standing in the mill with a cup of coffee.
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Yarn Weight Guide
The CYC 0–7 system, with grist ranges and everyday uses.
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History of Yarn Weights
Fingering, worsted, DK, jumbo — the stories behind the names.
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Micron Guide
What micron means, from superfine merino to hearty rug wools.
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Fiber Grades
How mills sort fleece by staple, crimp, and micron.
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Breed Guide
A friendly introduction to sheep breeds we love.
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Wool vs Alpaca
Warmth, drape, and when to blend the two.
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Choosing Yarn Weights
Match the weight to the project and to the fleece.
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Fiber Preparation Tips
Skirting, sorting, and packing before it ships.
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Washing Recommendations
Caring for finished handspun and mill yarn.
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Common Questions
Answers to what folks ask most often.
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