
The Field Guide to Fleece: 100 Sheep Breeds & How to Use Their Fibers by Ekarius, Carol
With this compact portable reference in hand, crafters can quickly and easily look up any of 100 different sheep breeds, the characteristics of their fleece, and the kinds of projects for which their fleece is best suited. Each breed profile includes a photograph of the animal and information about its origin and conservation status, as well as the weight, staple length, fiber diameter, and natural colors of its fleece. This is a great primer for beginners, and a handy guide for anyone who loves working with fleece.Author: Carol Ekarius, Deborah RobsonPublisher: Storey PublishingPublished: 08/27/2013Pages: 232Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.66lbsSize: 7.00h x 5.00w x 0.60dISBN: 9781612121789Review Citation(s): Library Journal 09/15/2013 pg. 77About the AuthorCarol Ekarius is the coauthor of The Fleece & Fiber Sourcebook, The Field Guide to Fleece, and Storey's Guide to Raising Sheep, and the author of several books including Small-Scale Livestock Farming, Storey's Illustrated Guid