{"product_id":"raw-felted-gulf-coast-native-wool-fleece","title":"Raw Felted Gulf Coast Native Wool Fleece","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaw Gulf Coast Native Wool Fleece – Louisiana Grown\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA special opportunity to work with one of America's rare heritage sheep breeds. These raw Gulf Coast Native fleeces were grown in Louisiana and feature beautiful natural brown-to-black coloring that reflects the breed's rich genetic diversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fleeces are slightly felted, making them less suitable for handspinning but an excellent choice for creating wet-felted \"fleece\" rugs and other rustic felted projects. The locks retain their character and natural beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGulf Coast Native sheep developed in the humid southeastern United States and are known for their hardiness and historical importance. Fiber from this breed can be difficult to find, especially from southern farms, making these fleeces a unique addition to any fiber artist's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFleece Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare Gulf Coast Native sheep breed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrown in Louisiana\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural brown and black coloration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 3-inch staple length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinimal vegetable matter (VM)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaw, unwashed fleece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlightly felted in the shape of the fleece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome parts around the edges may be too felted to brush out\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Spindle and Spoon","offers":[{"title":"Fleece #1","offer_id":49199019458712,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fleece #2","offer_id":49199019491480,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/3711\/2472\/files\/Raw_Gulf_Coast_Native_Fleece.jpg?v=1780693899","url":"https:\/\/spindle-and-spoon.myshopify.com\/products\/raw-felted-gulf-coast-native-wool-fleece","provider":"Spindle and Spoon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}