2022 Shetland Fleece from Lizzie
This fleece is no longer available but we may have other Shetland fleeces available.
Description
Lizzie's fleece is brown (moorit) in colour which fades at the tips. It is fairly fine and has a subtle crimp. The fleece is very clean with very minimal VM. The staple is relatively short but consistent.
ID
#462
Breed
Colour
Brown (moorit)
Staple
5-7cm
Weight
1.5kg
Collected
June 2022
Method
Sheared
State
One Piece
Skirted
Yes
Cotting
None
Marks
No paint / spray marks
Chemicals
Never Treated
Condition
Raw
V.M.
Minimal VM; pretty much clean.
Notes
There is some new growth at the base but only in small areas.
About the Sheep
Name
Lizzie
Description
Lizzie is a Shetland ewe born in 2020 at Marlfield Farm. She is moorit in colour and has a white spot on her forehead and white on her legs.
Breed
Sex
Female
Born
2020
Age
Approx. 4 years old