{"title":"Cunnington Farms Fiber","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"tunis-fiber-8oz","title":"Tunis Fiber - 4 oz","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_pb_column_1    et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_1 et_pb_bg_layout_light  et_pb_text_align_left\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_text_inner\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTunis Sheep are distinctive looking, with their truly red-gold faces and legs, and cream colored fleece.  Tunis are born either a tan or red color.  As they mature they gradually turn a creamy white with light tan or reddish faces and legs, sometimes with a white spot on the forehead and tip of the tail. They have expressive eyes, long pendulous ears and a slender head, they are known to be a calm, docile breed.  Tunis wool is a fine to medium, down-type wool with lots of loft.  This soft and bouncy fiber makes a springy yarn which is great for a variety of projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_3    et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_2 et_pb_bg_layout_light  et_pb_text_align_left\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_text_inner\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEvolving from a number of fat-tailed breeds imported in the late 18th century from the Middle East and Africa, then cross-bred with several established European breeds, the Tunis is one of the oldest breeds in the United States. The first documented evidence of their arrival in America was in 1799 when Judge Richard Peters of Pennsylvania received Tunis sheep from the ruler of Tunisia as a gift. These sheep and other imports became established in Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, North and South Carolina, and Georgia. The Civil War almost exterminated the breed, but one flock survived in South Carolina, descendents of this flock were taken to Indiana in 1894 where they have thrived to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlthough Tunis sheep are listed on \u003ca title=\"The Livestock Conservancy's Conservation Priority List\" href=\"http:\/\/www.livestockconservancy.org\/index.php\/heritage\/internal\/conservation-priority-list#sheep\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.livestockconservancy.org\/index.php\/heritage\/internal\/conservation-priority-list#sheep\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Livestock Conservancy Priority List\u003c\/a\u003e, it is now listed as a breed to “Watch” i.e. “Fewer than 2,500 annual registrations in the United States and estimated global population less than 10,000”, there has been a steady increase in registrations for the past 10 years showing the breed’s recovery and growing popularity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cunnington Farms","offers":[{"title":"“Calamity Jane” 4 oz","offer_id":43803154645235,"sku":"","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"“Amber Dawn” 8oz","offer_id":48643400073459,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2996\/9838\/products\/image_5aa6a399-2ef4-401e-be2a-bdccd2c2a4da.jpg?v=1559933358"},{"product_id":"navajo-churro-fiber-8oz","title":"Navajo Churro Fiber","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChurro Sheep are of great significance in Navajo and Spanish cultures. In 1985, Cunnington Farms began to actively participate in the conservation of this breed to insure its viability in the Navajo way of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese years of experience have taught the shepherds how to select the best sheep to produce the best fiber.  While it maybe blended with other fibers for specific purposes, Churro wool is the foundation of the great Navajo weaving tradition, and its stand-alone superb strengt and utility make it a natural for items such as rugs and traditionally woven saddle cinches.  Wool from the breed is found in many natural shades, but also produces an outstanding vibrant yarn when dyed with either commercial or natural products.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cunnington Farms","offers":[{"title":"“Sister Rosa” - 4oz","offer_id":17628642279475,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"“Buttercup” - 4oz","offer_id":37146839220374,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"“Mora” - 4 oz","offer_id":44008043577587,"sku":"","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"“Katrina” - 4 oz","offer_id":43206142230771,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"“Pancho Villa”  - 4oz","offer_id":44008407138547,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2996\/9838\/products\/image_5d360b38-6628-4013-a68d-bf022a4296be.jpg?v=1606499757"},{"product_id":"cotswold-corriedale-cvm-fiber-blend","title":"CVM \/ Romeldale Fiber","description":"\u003cp\u003eRomeldales were developed in California in 1915 as a cross between Romney and Rambouillet.  In the 1960s, California Varigated Mutant (CVM) developed from the breeding of Romeldales for both fleece color and quality.  They are unique to the United States and are endangered.  CVM have never been numerous and today are considered rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOf all the breeds Sam has raised at Cunnington Farms, CVM’s have the sweetest temperaments and \u003c\/span\u003eare a true delight in all their characteristics.  CVM yarns are great for next-to-skin clothing, blankets and other like items.  It is suitable for felting as well.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cunnington Farms","offers":[{"title":"CVM (Chinook \u0026 Willis) 8oz","offer_id":37832455291030,"sku":"","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"“San Fernando” (CVM)- 8 oz","offer_id":33557210038403,"sku":"","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"“Stockton, Bombur, \u0026 Vivian” CVM - 8oz","offer_id":36311355457686,"sku":"","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"“Rain Maker” Cotswold Sheep fiber - 8oz","offer_id":44009385165043,"sku":"","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"“Chico” CVM\/Merino\/Cotswold Sheep fiber - “Chow” Alpaca - 8oz","offer_id":46253476708595,"sku":"","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2996\/9838\/products\/image_9baaaf4a-1a63-4d2c-853f-ec2065a95ff6.jpg?v=1606500606"},{"product_id":"shetland","title":"Shetland","description":"","brand":"Cunnington Farms","offers":[{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":41951864062195,"sku":"","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":41951872123123,"sku":"","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2996\/9838\/products\/image_c5590d6c-bab0-4bbd-9c9d-84c9d24be4f2.jpg?v=1635886431"},{"product_id":"corriedale-sheep-fiber","title":"Corriedale Sheep Fiber","description":"","brand":"Cunnington Farms","offers":[{"title":"“Amber Dawn” 8oz","offer_id":42642127356147,"sku":"","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"“Thorberg” (Corriedale\/Icelandic) 4oz","offer_id":50183220232435,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"“Thorberg” (Corriedale\/Icelandic) 6 oz","offer_id":69098689233139,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2996\/9838\/products\/image_ed2cc008-89de-4f65-ab3e-6432fb04cb05.jpg?v=1649436123"},{"product_id":"kara-kul","title":"Karakul Sheep Fiber \u0026 Yarn","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHailing from the desert regions of Central Asia, Karakul sheep are known for their ability to thrive under extremely harsh living conditions including severe drought. They were historically used for the production of meat, fat, wool, and pelts. Of most value were the pelts of lambs, called Persian lambskins or astrakhan, which were used to make a variety of warm, soft, and elegant garments. Karakul sheep were introduced into the United States between 1909 and 1936. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cunnington Farms","offers":[{"title":"“Lucyfer” 8oz","offer_id":43802568950003,"sku":"","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2996\/9838\/products\/image_fdeea486-ab35-49d4-9738-eff0e4881e73.jpg?v=1650047518"},{"product_id":"jacob-fiber","title":"Jacob Fiber","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJacob wool ranges from 26-37 microns and the staple length can be medium to long at a length of 3-7 inches.  This makes Jacob wool a sought after fiber for spinners and other fiber artists seeking a durable but soft wool with a good staple length.  Even though the diameter of Jacob wool is wider than that of some of the finer wool breeds like Merino, it is very pleasant to work with. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cunnington Farms","offers":[{"title":"“Missy” - 8oz -  merled","offer_id":43833935429875,"sku":"","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2996\/9838\/products\/IMG_4837.jpg?v=1689105404"},{"product_id":"raw-unprocessed-fleece","title":"Raw, Unprocessed Fleece","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStraight from the sheep, this fiber is carefully skirted and ready to spin ‘in the grease.’ Some veggie matter and lanolin remains as the fleece has not been washed or processed.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Cunnington Farms","offers":[{"title":"Tunis Fleece - 16 oz","offer_id":45839694397683,"sku":"","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tunis Fleece - 10 oz","offer_id":46000553885939,"sku":"","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tunis Fleece - 8 oz","offer_id":46000554770675,"sku":"","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Corriedale  - 8oz - “Tia”","offer_id":49900913426675,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Corriedale  - 4oz - “Tia”","offer_id":50539463311603,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2996\/9838\/files\/image_3c07cf42-0894-41c3-b936-e253d8093086.jpg?v=1718300638"},{"product_id":"cvm-fiber","title":"CVM \/ Romeldale Fiber","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRomeldales were developed in California in 1915 as a cross between Romney and Rambouillet.  In the 1960s, California Varigated Mutant (CVM) developed from the breeding of Romeldales for both fleece color and quality.  They are unique to the United States and are endangered.  CVM have never been numerous and today are considered rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOf all the breeds Sam has raised at Cunnington Farms, CVM’s have the sweetest temperaments and \u003c\/span\u003eare a true delight in all their characteristics.  CVM yarns are great for next-to-skin clothing, blankets and other like items.  It is suitable for felting as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4oz\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Desert Thread","offers":[{"title":"OOAK 1","offer_id":49918301470963,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"OOAK 2","offer_id":49918311792883,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"OOAK 3","offer_id":49918315004147,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2996\/9838\/files\/0799B947-2FD0-4E17-B819-2FA1A2E18A19.jpg?v=1784046215"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.desertthread.sbs\/collections\/cunnington-farms-1.oembed","provider":"Desert Thread","version":"1.0","type":"link"}