These are the same wool batts often referred to as Gotland and distributed for years by Noel Thurner of Norsk Fjord Fiber. In July of 2006 Noel graciously handed over distribution of this wool to me. She still distributes tapestry yarns and many other Scandinavian products on her website http://www.norskfjordfiber.com

This blend of 50% fast felting Pelssau wool with 50% Norwegian blend (C1) creates a batt which felts quickly with a firm, even surface. What makes these batts extra special is that they are a blend of grey and white wool which creates a silver base and rich color when overdyed. These batts are also very colorfast and mothproofed.

Traditional (Wet) Feltmaking Tutorial (pdf)
Project Instructions: Table Runner - Norwegian Felting Batts (pdf)
Project Instructions: 3-D Sculptural Felt Vessel - Norwegian Felting Batts (pdf)
Project Instructions: 3-D Seamless Felt Fish - Norwegian Felting Batts (pdf)

Pelssau: Originally developed as a pelt sheep, the wool is soft with high luster and felts quickly. The sheep are found in varying shades of grey, and are members of the Northern Short Tail Family. Sample of Locks and Sheepskins

C1: C1 is a classification of wool in Norway that is created by combining the white wool from breeds such as Dalasau, Rygja and Steigar. C1 is the highest quality grade of this mix.

Not familiar with these breeds? It is difficult to compare their wools to any particular United States breed. The best way to know if this wool is right for you is to try it! These Norwegian felting batts create a rich looking felt surface that easily forms crisp, firm, three dimensional sculptural elements and edges. Commonly used to create felt hats, outerwear, wall hangings, and sculptures. Samples of work created with Norwegian Felting Batts

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Pricing
1 pound batts    $40.00 each

4 ounce batts    $10.00 each

Color chart        $3.00

While the other colors of Felting Batts I carry are 50% Pelssau and 50% C1, this batt is 100% C1, and was requested specifically by needlefelters and dollmakers for its wonderful flesh color.

Pricing
1 pound batts    $40.00 each

4 ounce batts    $10.00 each

In addition to the Norwegian Felting Batts, I offer Spelsau wool in white mothproofed batts. The wool from this breed of sheep is dual coated with a long outer coat and inner coat of short, fine fibers. The fiber from this breed takes dyes very well and felts quickly. It can have a hairy surface but creates firm, lustrous felt and it accepts all other inlays nicely. Often used for wall hangings, rugs, and three dimensional sculptures.

4 ounce batts    $10.00 each

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I do not have shopping carts or a secure site to accept credit cards online at this time. 

You may email your order to spinsterstreadle@hotmail.com with your complete shipping address and the credit card number with expiration date.  For security purposes it is suggested that you send the credit card number in several emails.  Please include a phone number as well.

You may also call me at 509 520-5460 with your order and I can take your credit card information at that time.  I don't have any staff besides myself and sometimes life interferes with business.  So if I don't answer the phone I assure you that I will get back to you quickly, usually within the hour. 

Do not hesitate to contact me with any questions you may have regarding the products I sell.  I will do my best to help.  I am primarily a traditional wet felt artist but I also do some needle felting and handspinning.

Shipping Information

I have found that the US Post Office (USPS) usually gives me the best rates and I charge you exactly what the box costs to ship plus delivery confirmation ($0.65 - $0.75).  For this reason I can usually only give you an estimate of shipping costs at the time of your order.  The invoice enclosed with your shipment will include the total charged to your card.  I will ship your order the same day if possible or by the next day at the latest.

I live in Washington State and ship parcel (ground) so you can expect your order to take about 3 days to arrive if you are in the surrounding states, about 5-6 days to the midwest and southern states such as Texas, Arizona and southern California.  Transit time to the mid-Atlantic states is about 6-7 days and expect 7-9 days if you live in the northeast. 

I can also ship your package priority mail for a transit time of 2-3 days for about $5 - $10 additional dollars.  However, if your package is over 12 x 12 x 12 inches and you live outside the pacific northwest (and a few other surrounding states) there will be a balloon charge that can be as much as $20 additional dollars.  Basically, if your order is going to need to take up more than one cubic foot of space on an airplane to get to you in 2-3 days it's going to cost you a lot!  Also keep in mind that, while they do usually get the package to it's destination on time, the US Post Office does not guarantee the 2 -3 day time frame with priority shipments.