Karakul

[Layl Horton]

I beg to differ with comment about Karakul and rugs.  While that may be the 
common thinking, a few years ago I purchased several hoggatt karakul fleeces 
is marvelous shades of red/cream, gently and loosly spun it into singles and 
wove some throws from them using a cotton rug warp for warp.  While not 
merino soft, they are soft enough for the job and yet have a durable feel to 
them and the colors are to die for.  I gave one to friends and their 
grandchildren all love to wrap up in the g'pa's 'blanket'.  The shepherd was 
really great about helping me choose via internet and email pics the softest 
and most colorful fleeces.  So back to the old addage that a good fleece is 
the one that does what you need it to do.  Layl in SE Arizona where it has 
been drizzling rain and cold for most of the week. 

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