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Wool

Wool is the fiber obtained from mainly sheep as well as other certain animals. Wool is made to make clothing, often socks and sweaters.

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Can wool blends be worn year round?

Your answer depends on the climate where you live.

What country do jumpers originate from?

Those countries that first farmed sheep for wool, Western Europe.

Do wool felt hats shrink?

Only a small amount if any.

Is lipstick made with sheep wool?

NO

I personally think it is! Because we were playing a game and that question came up and the answer was that it is made with sheep wool!

Yes, Natural Sheep's Wool has a lanolin grease that comes off of it when the wool is scoured and cleaned at the correct temperatures. This grease accounts for 50% of the weight before scouring. The grease is sold to the cosmetics industry and that includes lipstick as a natural base for these products. www.blackmountaininsulationusa.com

Where are Wool yeiding animals are found in?

Animals with fleece that can be turned into wool are found on every continent except Antarctica.

Is rock wool insulation fireproof?

Yes. It is actually used as a firestop or block in buildings.

What is a better insulator wool or Styrofoam?

styrofoam. Because it has a plastic base

What does the phrase dyed in the wool mean?

having strong beliefs, likes or opinions that will never change

Why is the oil removed from sheeps wool?

To improve its smell and its wearability.

Can you use vinegar in the final rinse of wool or will it damage the fibers if you don't wash it out?

Yes, you can use vinegar in the final rinse of a wool wash. It will not damage the fibers if you don't wash it out, it actually fluffs them up.

What is length of 18kg wool yarn?

Your answer depends on the thickness of the wool. A thread-weight length will be longer than a bulky-weight yarn.

Does wool have a memory?

Yes, in the sense that you can dry a wool garment in a shape that you desire.

With wear, a simple shake or tug on a garment may return it to its original shape.

Is Sherpa a wool fabric?

There is a wool fabric made from Himalayan sheep called sherpa wool.

What is the most common element in wool?

The most common element in wool is animal fleece.

How do you turn felt back into wool?

This is probably not a do-able feat, since the felting process encourages all the tiny hooks in the fleece to adhere to each other.

How do you shrink a wool blend coat?

A wool blend coat has been designed not to shrink, based on the blend of the wool.

However, you could wash the wool coat in hot water with maximum agitation, which affects the wool, but not the blend. Your results would be unpredictable.