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Black Jacob is a striking single-colour variant of the traditional spotted Jacob breed, featuring deep, natural black fleece prized by spinners and felters for its rich tone and heritage character. Originating from a primitive British breed, this wool delivers a bold, lustrous staple that’s both resilient and visually impactful.

Features

Fibre Diameter: Approximately 30–35 microns—a medium wool that’s pleasant to handle
Staple Length: 3–6 inches, offering ease of drafting and a springy bounce 
Texture:  Open, resilient, and slightly crisp—ideal for rustic and structural projects 
Colour: Deep brown/black that yields striking contrast in natural or blended work 
Ideal For: Spinning durable yarns, textured felting, weaving accent fibres, and art yarns where rich tone and character matter

Our Black Jacob top features uniform dark fleece for a bold, consistent palette. Its springy loft and medium-grade warmth make it well-suited for outerwear, rustic accessories, and statement textile pieces. Perfect for makers who want a richly toned wool with heritage roots.

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Michelle M.
Black Jacob

This wool is lovely and soft. It has a soft sheen when spun and will be soft enough to worn next to the skin.

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Kathryn C.

Lovely jacob wool, perfect for making needle felted sheep, easy to work with and great quality.