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Fiber

From Lamb to Elder: Fiber Changes

A fleece tells a story over time. Learn what to watch for as a Harlequin’s fiber develops through each stage of life.

The first fleece

Lamb fleece can be notably soft and fine, with characteristics that begin to reveal the sheep’s future fiber profile.

Prime years

Adult fleeces offer the mature crimp, color variation, and staple characteristics that make Harlequins interesting to many fiber artists.

Care shapes the clip

Nutrition, weather, health, and shearing practices all influence the fleece you harvest.