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Woollen yarn

 

Woollen yarn is another type of yarn (other is worsted) that can be handspun. These types of yarn require different fiber preparation on spinning techniques.

Woollen yarn is made from carded wool. It consists of fine hairs with shorter fibres. 

Have more texture and bulk than worsted yarn.

 

 

FEATURES AND PROPERTIES

  • rough

  • irregular

  • hairy

  • coarse

  • less well-ordered yarn structure

  • softer twist

  • voluminous

  • higher short fibre content

WOOL PRODUCTION PROCESS

  • Classification

  • Scouring | wash in hot water and detergent

  • Carding

  • Combing

  • Drawing

  • Spinning

PRODUCTION

Woollen yarn is spun using a short staple fiber prepared by handcarding and rolled into rolags. A drumcarder can also be used. When spinning the fiber the long draw or medium draw technique is used to allow the fiber to wrap upon itself while trapping air in the center. This makes the yarn soft and bouncy. This yarn is best used for garments that will not be subjected to harsh wear, such as light weight knits. It can also be used for garments that will later go through a fulling process, such as blankets, coats, and jackets. Fulling is a process that contracts the yarn in a knitted garment and makes the fabric stronger.

APPLICATION

  • rustic suitings and costume fabrics

  • bulky jacket and coat fabrics

  • loden, fleece, TWEED, heavy knits

 

WOOLLEN FABRICS

 

 

  • Have a less obvious pattern

  • Have a soft finish (maybe felted, or steamed)

  • Are soft, thick and fuzzy

  • Are warmer, and you can remove stains more easily

  • Are usually less expensive and good for jackets, sweaters and blankets

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