Coopworth

Coopworth sheep are considered to be a longwool breed. They were originally bred from Border Leicester and Romney sheep.

Coopworth fleece is lustrous with good crimp. Naturally colored Coopworth fiber varies from white to tan.

You’ll frequently find auctions on eBay for Coopworth roving and fleeces. Any current auctions are listed below. Click a picture or description for more information or to place a bid.

coopworth-wool-spinning-roving-fiber-8-oz-white Coopworth Wool Spinning Roving Fiber 8 oz White
US $16.99
End Date: Friday Jul-30-2010 11:42:01 PDT
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inca-royalty-alpaca-mohair-coopworth-batt-~-8-ounces Inca Royalty Alpaca, Mohair, Coopworth Batt ~ 8 Ounces
US $20.00 (0 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Aug-03-2010 10:36:34 PDT
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louet-dark-coopworth-roving-8-oz Louet Dark Coopworth Roving 8 oz
US $13.50
End Date: Thursday Aug-05-2010 14:51:09 PDT
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1-oz-wool-roving-fehrenbacher-farm-coopworth-mohair 1 oz Wool Roving Fehrenbacher Farm COOPWORTH MOHAIR
US $2.25
End Date: Friday Aug-06-2010 19:34:40 PDT
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louet-light-brown-coopworth-roving-8oz- Louet Light Brown Coopworth Roving 8oz
US $13.50
End Date: Wednesday Aug-11-2010 16:47:11 PDT
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dark-coopworth-roving-2-lbs Dark Coopworth Roving 2 lbs
US $47.50
End Date: Thursday Aug-12-2010 11:04:01 PDT
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medium-coopworth-roving-2-lbs Medium Coopworth Roving 2 lbs
US $47.50
End Date: Thursday Aug-12-2010 11:07:51 PDT
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medium-coopworth-roving-8oz- Medium Coopworth Roving 8oz
US $13.50
End Date: Thursday Aug-12-2010 16:30:33 PDT
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white-coopworth-roving-2-lbs White Coopworth Roving 2 lbs
US $47.50
End Date: Friday Aug-13-2010 7:44:21 PDT
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white-coopworth-roving-8oz- White Coopworth Roving 8oz
US $13.50
End Date: Friday Aug-13-2010 11:07:08 PDT
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If you don’t find what you’re looking for on eBay, you’ll should check for Coopworth roving at Paradise Fibers – they normally have a great selection.

Coopworth fiber is generally easy to spin because of its medium fineness and long staple length, which varies from approximately 6 to 8 inches. Depending on the coarseness of the fiber which varies from 35-39 microns, it can be used for outerwear or for rugs. Coopworth also makes an excellent fiber for felting projects.