Hi, Lynn :) The warp was sized before weaving, which in my case involves soaking in a gelatin mixture, then hanging to dry without blocking. Most of the weft was soaked in plain water, and hung to dry without blocking.
Bottom line: crisp-handling wools shrink a lot, and very easily :) The only 'blow' is that my daughter is somewhat disappointed at the finished size. But the Perendale lady does, indeed, have lots of fleeces for sale, so the next blanket will be a bit more predictable! Her name is Marta Sullivan, and her email is <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, and she responded very quickly to my enquiry. But give me a chance to pick out a couple white fleeces first :) Holly
