Wool Processing

[@rightchoiceshearing]

I did misspeak. It’s a drum carder, there is also a hand carder which looks much more difficult. 😂

[@gypsyqueen3806]

Thank you so much!! I’ve always wanted to know the process! Please keep up the awesome work you do and keep posting your videos, they’re some of my most favorite to watch!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@MissBambamouch]

Thank you so much for your information on video!! Lately I’ve been binge watching your shorts on KZbin lol!! LOVE YOU GUYS!! I was wondering in your opinion what is the best type of sheep for making blankets?? Someone told me Marino wool!! But I wanted you guys opinion!!😍😊

[@karengerber8390]

Hand carding is a pair of paddles, that have the bristles. It is a relatively simple task. Great exercise for the arms!

[@ink3539]

@@karengerber8390 Simple task but I imagine its soooo tiring

[@lucyprice6237]

I can’t even imagine how hard it was 150 years ago!! I can spin roving-veryvery slowly. So I know how hard it is and am always in awe.

[@thecrystallockett]

"From baa to beanie" adorable 😍 💕

[@21CCommunIT]

*There* it is! I just _knew_ I wouldn't have to type it in myself - lurved it, BTW...! 🥰🐏🐑🦙

[@rhondalamont1597]

Very cleaver !

[@ElementalFlanders]

Put that on a shirt

[@malinalikeskpop]

I thought she said: From barn to beanie. :)

[@isaachenry6640]

Yeah when she said beanie, it's confirmed. She's Canadian.

[@Essio.Coshibari]

Seeing these "behind the sheeps" vids makes me feels like I'm watching the prequel.

[@michellev2194]

SO SO HAPPY to finally see this part of the process!! I hope you continue to share more about sheep and wool that are affected by your shearing!

[@lunalovengood9670]

I just watched a commercial wool processing video and it made me cry. The way they treated the animals was horrible. Thank you for the care you put in to taking care of these animals. 💕

[@synthraofficial5366]

They genuinely shouldn't be allowed to handle animals when they treat them that bad. Like, I feel like the US is so far behind in regards to animal welfare because they know that if they made laws that actually helped animals it would hurt business because business is built on exploitation, be it the exploitation of the workers or the animals. It just depends on the type of work. It's sad.

[@bodyofhope]

There are animal husbandry laws, but they really keep the farmers, the money, and big corporations in mind above animal welfare. Business always trumps animal welfare, so the humane care can only go as far as it doesn't inconvenience or impede on profits or production.

[@thewildcardperson]

not unless you get people to vote it stop thinking your powerless that's exactly what they want

[@RedMoonsEcho]

Yeah they do and people then jump on people like these ladies because of what commercial people do.

[@kevintucker3354]

These animals enjoy banging their heads against each other’s.

[@mistiroberts1576]

One of my ancestors who came to America in the 1600s was the very first weaver in East Hampton. Part of East Hampton park was his land. He made and dyed fabrics. I can imagine them doing this.

[@cherry7590]

Is your last name Weaver ? 😅 that would be nice

[@bonniedavis4601]

Glad you are passing on family history to the rest of us. ❤❤

[@MOMOHEARTS]

We still have my great grandma's, she passed about two years ago, Spinning Wheel and other knitting/threading set that she use to use when she use to make bridal gowns during her time. I love watching how people make such raw material into something we use.

[@nastyachernomorchenko1065]

Hey, I did the part of the process with my granny, she did the thread by herself but anything else we did together, and it's labor intense work, especially washing the wool rather than picking out dirt. Still have her nitting pins from more than 20 years ago. Instead of spinning wheel she had basically 2 sticks, one long with brush on the upper end, where you stick the wool, and another short one you spin and it tags the wool, it was a fascinating process to watch. Some of the wool would be used as blanket filler instead of being used to thread, and it was biggest blanket I've used in my life, it was enough for 3 people to use at the same time comfortably.

[@mi3helle707]

This my goal 💯

[@kiwimax4659]

Thank you for drawing us into some of the post-shearing process. We've always been curious about it! 😊

[@pammipayne3334]

I am one of those that is blessed by the arts and crafts, I use wool for needle felting. I buy it carded wool. I also buy felt and curly wool. The joy it brings me I'd just like to say thank you to all involved in providing me with the fantastic fiber. I love watching what you post which also helps with the chronic pain syndrome. So therapeutic watching the shearing. I am telling you this just so you know all your filming and editing is very much appreciated. The best ones are the ones that look like they been through a mangle and then you shear them and they look like utter class as they trot off. Thanks once again for the great content and best wishes from the UK.

[@Microplancakes]

Thank you for saying this! I also find watching these vids distracts me, a bit, from the almost constant pain! It's cool to hear I'm not the only one!! Cheers!!!

[@pammipayne3334]

@@Microplancakes Most welcome. Sorry to read about your pain. Any distraction is better than none and I just wanted to express my gratitude for the efforts of those involved.

[@HugsXO]

Great video. As a crochet/knitter I appreciate all the effort that goes into producing a natural fiber. That's why I save up for gorgeous yarn.

[@nmg6248]

My kids and I took a wool spinning class when they were young. It was really cool, they carded the wool, spun the yarn, dyed it with various techniques and then knitted or wove it into something simple

[@janethompson2305]

Well, thank U & Ur wonderful children for Ur special talents, Ur time, Ur perseverance, Ur story & aaaaall Ur special words, thoughts 💖 & Ur big hearts 💕 💞 ♥️ 💖 for explaining it all to us.!! U all sure put in a lot of elbow grease along w/every fiber of Ur hearts 💕 💞 🎶 ♥️ God Bless 🙌 🙏 ❤️ 💖 U & Ur whole entire families ❤

[@updownstate]

I would take that class.

[@_de_reve]

if i have children i would go with them too! sounds like a wholesome and educational activity for all✨👏

[@danielpaulgaddis]

Love your Effort. Love your Educating. Love your Work! Hope it's worth it! Don't Stop!!!

[@elainemacdonald6541]

This was excellent, so much information packed into exactly one minute. I'm not quite sure how I discovered you - the mysteries of the algorithms, but I've been following you for several months now and enjoy everything you upload. Who knew that shearing was so fascinating!

[@cryptodivioo3569]

We're all in that same boat. No clue how I ended up here but at this point several months later I find myself a Sheep Sheering Fanatic and defender. I'd ram a truck Head 1st head on like a Ram if it meant I was saving or protects the Herd. LOL.

[@zeldalazino463]

I know this as a knitter, weaver, and yarn store owner. But 99% of people don’t have a clue. So I am always so happy when you teach the viewers about skirting, and carding, and roving, and spinning, etc. it creates so much respect for the craftsmanship of others as well as respect for the sheep and llamas and alpacas, etc. Thank you for your wonderful work and equally wonderful commentaries.

[@veevee411]

Thank you for making this! I’ve been curious. Would be really interesting to see the detailed processes after shearing (although I understand you are a shearer!), thank you so much 😊

[@SusanWillful]

Yay! Thank you so much for this! I've been wondering how it goes from sheep to yarn. Now I know, though I'm ready for even more details.

[@Sandreline]

If you're interested in this process check out the book "Vanishing Fleece" by Clara Parkes. The audiobook is excellent. It's non-fiction but the author has a real flair for narrative that makes it a really enjoyable read.

[@funnyusername8635]

I just got the audiobook because of your comment. Thanks!

[@Sandreline]

@@funnyusername8635, I hope you enjoy it!

[@starfishw7138]

Any parasite concerns here?

[@clivebby4877]

@@starfishw7138 why?

[@julieritt]

I second this - it's an excellent book!

[@Ann_Wall-Chiasson]

As someone who crochets, I found it quite satisfying to see the process of making the material I use for my projects.

[@frankmccullough4193]

This is the video I wanted the most!! Thank you!! You're awesome!! Keep on rockin!!

[@sharoncaruana6178]

My Mom still does what is called 'sheep to shawl'. She does every step . . . Including shearing the sheep. She uses a spinning wheel, but much prefers her drop spindle. Thanks for showing the process! You are so amazing at what you do and the way you educate people.

[@Whisper_292]

This is great! I've been wondering for a long time what happens after you finish. Thanks for shearing--er, sharing!

[@NateGerardRealEstateTeam]

Nice to see this explained. My mom is a weaver and has participated in many “sheep to shawl” competitions over the years. She still has an antique spinning wheel although it doesn’t get used as much as the modern one.

[@soniaburke8092]

What I love MOST about this is the care factor treatment to the sheep, showing that the rough handling and numbers of nicks and cuts should NOT happen, thank you 😊

[@mellothemarsh]

nicks do happen when the sheep starts moving while the shearer is yknow, shearing. 1 or 2 nicks will happen, but if youre talking 3 or more nicks and cuts- yeah thats when you know that the shearer isnt doing their job properly

[@NalaStoleTheSpoon]

Wow! Thanks a ton for sharing that! I've worked with yarn for years and oddly have never looked into how it's made. Very cool.

[@mddell58]

So very happy to see the HOW part of what you do. Thank you so much 💓

[@sallykirby4907]

Thank you for explaining this. I always wondered how the wool was handled.

[@inhishandshomestead]

I really needed to see the skirting table! I have sheep AND all of the stuff to do the wool, but haven't quite figured out how to skirt it all this is a life saver, thank you for sharing!

[@wd5739]

There are probably more videos here on KZbin that will help teach you. Just search "How to (whatever you want to learn)" The amount of stuff I've learned how to do from just youtube videos is amazing. From crafts to fixing my car, its great!

[@eeveum]

As a knitter this is super interesting to me! Thank you for always treating the sheep so gently ❤️ I always prefer to buy from small farms/companies

[@herroyalawkwardness954]

I've never appreciated my wool yarns more. Thanks for giving insight!

[@ramblingrose6967]

The yarn looks beautiful and thank you for showing us the process after the shearing . It is wonderful to see how much you appreciate the animals you are shearing .

[@cryptodivioo3569]

I been curious about all this, so thank you once again for the Edutainment!

[@egh-v3x]

These videos make me feel sm better ab wearing wool. It looks so freeing I can’t imagine how much relief they get

[@iceberg232323]

Beautiful fleece! When you pull off fiber from a drum carder, the big "sheet" is also called a batt. Or you can use a diz (just something with a hole drilled in it that you pull the fleece through) to become the roving :)

[@maryjomorra2865]

Merino sheep... I insulated my camping van with that.. So cool you showed what happens with the wool after you're done with it... Years ago I used to use the old carding method like you're talking about and spin the wool with a small spindle.. the new Machinery looks really cool.. Glad you're showing people how they eventually get their sweaters and scarves💖l

[@RavenOakYT]

As an avid crocheter, this is absolutely awesome.

[@bonnieyacconi6170]

I've been waiting for this! THANK YOU! I needed to know why you had to keep the shear in one piece. I LOVE your videos. 🐑🦙

[@Helenahandbasket1971]

I love that you showed us this, I've been wondering. Now back to watching the shearing lol.

[@janetbedell5398]

I'm in the middle of spinning some merino into yarn for a baby blanket right now. This is so satisfying. Thank you for all the love you put into your work 💚

[@TheCrazyKT]

im so glad you made this, I've been curious!!

[@kb-lb4fu]

You know...I have been watching you for a long time... and I love that you took it a step deeper for me! I love it... somehow it relaxes me, thank you!

[@coyotecom]

Man when they made me do hand carding in school, it was literally two handheld cards with bristles. I'd have killed for the wheels

[@xsailor85]

Sesame Street also cover this. Look at the song “Bert’s Blanket

[@Microplancakes]

Thank you!!! It was fun seeing what happens after you've shorn these sweet babies!! I absolutely love this channel!!

[@theresasalazar5822]

Thank you, I didn’t know it went through all of this.

[@qonitaalviannisa9929]

I love knitting so seeing wool yarns getting made makes me so happy 😊 especially when you know it's also comfortable for the sheep!

[@kiwicrab5696]

My mom knits and I think you two would have a bleatfully good time talking about wool, roving, knitting, and all that fun stuff 🐑 (pun intended :3 )

[@KellJell]

My aunt raised alpacas and sheep for years. She spun her own wool and sold it to people all over the world and of course used it herself to make beautiful pieces. I love how she treasures the yarn and knows from which animal it came. She has a special blanket in process which will have wool from each of her beloved animals! Love your videos!

[@awesomeaid1848]

I bought a pound of wool off my teacher and this helped me a lot I had no idea what to do with it 😂

[@ritasylvia4800]

I subscribed to your channel because I love you I love you and your wife I love what you do when I watch what you do it is the most calming thing. I have anxiety and depression, so when I find such a kind soul I subscribe. But what you’ve just done in this video it’s something that I’ve been curious about since I subscribed. I also have memory care in my life so if you wanna add to this story and reiterate it throughout your filming, it would be exactly what I hope for. Stay cool Gurl!

[@Tracy_R]

Thank you for this video. Love seeing this to this!

[@Goot253]

I've enjoyed your videos for a long time. Thanks for the education on how the wool is actually processed.

[@turtlenoshell227yt8]

So many people talking about how cruel the thing we have been doing for millions of years is and are just going round harassing creators for having a job that involves animals

[@cheerio4000]

Shaving sheep is a good thing I’m sure most people know that

[@kittenzrulz]

@@cheerio4000 At least every reasonable person knows it.

[@guinevere4365]

I was a weaver for many years. I had a handmade spinning wheel and spun my own yarn. This was in the 1970s - my hippie days!! I wove beautiful ruanas on my hand made looms made by Bill Walling, and learned to weave from my teacher Marie Walling. Loved the world of spinning and weaving for many years!!! Also became a basket weaver and loved that too!!!❤

[@rachaelleann9847]

Yess I've been waiting for this part lol mas I'm just now seeing it lol

[@terilynnorton1856]

I love that you take the time to educate your viewers without talking down to anyone!

[@dma9646]

Thank you Right Choice Sheering for showing other aspects other than just sheering sheeps wool. Keep them coming!

[@zanasilva1931]

Vemos que dá muito trabalho, mais o resultado é maravilhoso.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤

[@sjking1111]

THANK YOU!! 🐑🐏 I have been wondering about the rest of the process since watching your vids. I really appreciated this!

[@lizrichardsrep8065]

Awesome job explaining this , and showing all the hard work going into wool .

[@marahollow1214]

This is brilliant and also makes me realise why wool yarn is so expensive. I'd love to use it but I'm allergic to sheep so I get really itchy when I do. However I really appreciate the amount of work that goes into actually creating the yarn

[@RandallChase1]

I’ve never been that close to a sheep in my life. But I am enamored with your videos and LOVE seeing the process and how much our fluffy friends do for us. THANK YOU FOR SHARING!!

[@Sonia-ju6po]

Tx for posting this. It is really nice knowing the next stage of the process. You do a GREAT job shearing the sheep, etc.!!

[@JEvrist]

I just bought 100% wool roving and made myself some dreadlocks today!! I love watching this!

[@JEvrist]

But then it got real hot and the little hairs on my neck were pulling so I removed them! Haha!

[@charliepea]

Wool is like the comfiest fabric in existence. They just feel so warm and soft. Those fleece already gives me the feel of sleeping.

[@heidihenderson1413]

Wool keeps a person sooooo warm! It is a miracle material! Thank you sheep!

[@soft_threads]

Thank you so much for sharing this amazing video with us all as a crocheter I was keen to know as to how a wool is made so thank you for sharing.

[@karrie7993]

Your voice is so oddly satisfying, it tickles my ear in just the right way. Also, now I want to keep sheep lol.

[@RosettaRedfeather]

It’s so awesome that you are showing this most people don’t know anything about these old crafts

[@duchessstudioband7896]

Awwwe. Left out the spinning wheel. That's the most relaxing part. Also drop spindle. Very relaxing . I love spinning wool

[@achut1967]

Thanks for this. I was wondering about this and you answered all questions in a minute. Amazing.

[@chickenmonger123]

I’m one of those falling out of love with views I’m beginning to see as… Well shortsighted. Ignoring or just not not knowing the foundations of what we find around us. Or worse lying about it. You however are the opposite of that. You remind me of how stewardship of our world can be. And how we can let go of many old harshnesses founded in ignorance, while accepting and maintaining certain understandings of the world that is born new, every generation. Regardless of us, it will be again. And in my estimation you show a persistence and Wisdom in taking it up. Taking the guiding and work of it’s necessity. Because someone must. That’s the values of the image of the shepherd of old. If you ignore certain dogma, you hold forth a the heart of that standard. And that is… More valuable than all the shrieking of anyone claiming to know truth in this age. So thank you.

[@chellerounds7608]

I truly appreciate all of the time and hard work you put into this amazing work!! It's really is awe inspiring to watch and truly well worth the cost per pound when you stop to consider what it's going to be for a price of a hat or blanket or sweater!! 🐑🐏

[@paulabonin3637]

Beautiful. You can tell you love what you do.

[@AmayaRodrigo]

I'm a knitter from Spain and I enjoy your shorts immensely! Thanks so much for sharing! ❤

[@candacecurtis5739]

I love that I learn while enjoying your content! Thank you.

[@candyemery]

Thank you!! I've been wondering how it's processed. Beautiful!! 💯❤️

[@ionebrown481]

I spent my lockdown learning to spin wool and make felt. I love wool crafting and cherish the wisdom of this ancient art.

[@elviraibanez4955]

Thank you so much for your videos. I enjoyed watching them, very informative and foster awareness and respect for these animals and the people that takes care of them.

[@eviethekiwi7178]

i work in a wool plant and i often fix those carding machines!! they are MASSIVE! the amount of wool they can process is incredible, and they output a fine, delicate string of aligned fibre that goes to another machine to be spun. (i work on all the machines in the factory but the carding machines are def the coolest!)

[@annelawler6180]

Thank you for all your videos. I love watching you work with such love for the animals.

[@pinkbubblegum423]

I love all your videos. I’ve learned so much. Keep them coming

[@SilverPonyKat]

Thank you for this! It's always interesting to see the next few processes from beginning to end.

[@karenjester79]

As a crocheter and knitter, I thank shearers, the animals and the owners for the amazing yarn we work with ❤

[@susanbrady1074]

Thank you for your videos. Enjoy watching them and listening to the history of the animals and this video with explanation of the process.

[@pixiesouter9461]

I would love to do all this by hand. I crochet and I know sheep farmers so I've always been interested in giving it a try. Thanks for reigniting this interest.

[@alien6091]

I started knitting a while ago and always wondered How people managed to get the wool to turn into actual yarn. I'm so happy I stumbled into this vid lol

[@TJ_918]

Thank you for sharing this, I’ve been waiting for you to touch on it!

[@sophiechen4874]

I’ve always wanted to know how it’s made into yarn, thank you for being so informative!

[@jessikruger3219]

We’re planning on getting our first sheep in the spring and this was so cool to see! I’m hoping to find somewhere I can send our wool to be made into yarn as I am also practicing crochet😊

[@amycrockett3885]

My aunt has alpacas, and she showed me tgis process about a year ago when I was visiting. She even taught me how to spin yarn, which turned out pretty ok for my first time haha. I now have a little ball of yarn sitting in my desk drawer as a keepsake.

[@jenhaze]

This is so cool! As a fiber craft obsessed millennial, I’m so interested in this process!

[@ChristineKrannich]

This is an awesome explanation of the process in only a minute! Well done!

[@michelleallman4360]

I absolutely love that you educate even further in your videos now always a fan 💛

[@GHOSTFACE4547]

I just love watching this, it is so soothing.

[@Relaxandbuildmini]

I’m a spinner and have always admired how carefully you handle the fleece!

[@tiaa.7110]

I'm so grateful for people with your trade❤️❤️❤️

[@edwardvillarreal8781]

It's one thing to see you sheer the sheep another to see your hard work become a product that can become something humans can utilize in their daily lives... Your job has come full circle. Thank You for the time taken to educate your audience. 👏👏👏

[@corinneshea6480]

Been following you for awhile... Love your videos & admire your work. Thank you 😍

[@dianemcfayden4492]

Your vids are mesmerizing, not sure why, they just are!! Keep up the great work u 2!

[@pag9228]

This video is interesting. Thank you for taking the time to explain the process.

[@robynlynch4992]

I do a lot of crochet so it's really cool to see how the wool I use is made 🤩