{"product_id":"ruban-peigne-merinos-19-microns","title":"19 Micron Merino Wool Top | Superfine Combed Wool for Spinning \u0026 Felting","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-tisseetfile\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAshford 19 Micron Merino Wool Top\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium superfine combed wool made from \u003cstrong\u003e100% New Zealand Merino wool\u003c\/strong\u003e. Renowned for its exceptional softness, beautiful drape and natural elasticity, it is one of the world's most popular fibres for hand spinning, felting, dyeing and fibre preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a fibre diameter of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e19 microns\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Merino produces incredibly soft yarns and luxurious felt that are comfortable enough to wear directly against the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrepared as a natural white combed top, it drafts smoothly and absorbs dyes beautifully, making it an excellent choice for both natural and hand-dyed projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick overview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ Superfine Merino wool top\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ 100% New Zealand Merino wool\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ Approximately 19 microns\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ Staple length: 5–7.5 cm (2–3\")\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ Ideal for spinning, felting, blending and dyeing\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ Available in 100 g and 500 g\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ Premium Ashford quality\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose 19 micron Merino?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMerino is widely regarded as the softest and finest of all wool breeds. Its exceptional softness, resilience and elegant drape make it the preferred choice for luxury garments and fine handspun yarns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexceptionally soft against the skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebeautiful drape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexcellent natural elasticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edyes brilliantly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efelts easily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eideal for fine, smooth yarns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for a wide range of fibre arts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis superfine Merino wool top is suitable for spinning on both spinning wheels and drop spindles, as well as wet felting, needle felting, blending and hand dyeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehand spinning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edrop spindle spinning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewheel spinning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewet felting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eneedle felting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efibre blending\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehand dyeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ashford\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFibre:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% New Zealand Merino wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFibre diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 19 microns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStaple length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–7.5 cm (2–3\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 g and 500 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Merino compare to other fibres?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:8px;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left; padding:8px;\"\u003e19 Micron Merino\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eSoftness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eEase of spinning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e★★★★☆\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eFelting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eDye uptake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eElasticity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e★★★★★\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to Polwarth, 19 micron Merino is even softer but has a slightly shorter staple length. It requires a little more drafting control while rewarding spinners with beautifully refined yarns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete your fibre studio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca style=\"display:inline-block;padding:10px 16px;background-color:#36c1cc;color:#ffffff !important;text-decoration:none;border-radius:999px;font-weight:600;\" href=\"\/en\/products\/ashford-dyes-for-protein-fibres\"\u003eShop Ashford Dyes\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ca style=\"display:inline-block;padding:10px 16px;background-color:#36c1cc;color:#ffffff !important;text-decoration:none;border-radius:999px;font-weight:600;\" href=\"\/en\/collections\/spinning-fibre\"\u003eExplore Spinning Fibres\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOur opinion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf softness is your top priority, it's difficult to find a better fibre than 19 micron Merino. It may require slightly more control than longer-stapled fibres such as Polwarth, but the resulting yarn is exceptionally soft, elegant and luxurious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs 19 micron Merino suitable for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. While its shorter staple requires a little more drafting control, beginners can absolutely learn with Merino. Those looking for an easier drafting experience may also enjoy Polwarth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose 19 micron instead of 21 micron?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe lower the micron count, the finer and softer the wool. Nineteen micron Merino offers an exceptionally soft handle, making it ideal for garments worn next to the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I dye this fibre?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. The natural white fibre absorbs Ashford dyes and other protein fibre dyes beautifully, producing vibrant, even colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for felting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAbsolutely. Merino is one of the most popular fibres for both wet felting and needle felting thanks to its fine fibres and excellent felting properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Ashford","offers":[{"title":"100 g","offer_id":58111278580015,"sku":"WMSL19\/100","price":17.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"500 g","offer_id":58111278612783,"sku":"WMSL19","price":70.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/0762\/4041\/files\/ruban-peigne-merinos-19-microns-ashford.jpg?v=1782658010","url":"https:\/\/www.tisseetfile.com\/en\/products\/ruban-peigne-merinos-19-microns","provider":"Tisse et File","version":"1.0","type":"link"}