DIY tools for processing sheep wool

Since ancient times, people have learned to process wool with their own hands. Products made from this material are natural and have good warming properties. Read on to learn about the tools needed for the wool processing process and how you can make them yourself.

What is needed to process sheep wool?

To process wool you need a standard set of tools. For small volumes, you can use hand tools:

• wooden comb for removing dirt and smoothing fur;
• scissors or animal clipper;
• spinning wheel or spindle;
• loom;
• carder for combing.

As the economy develops, it is necessary to purchase more complex and modern automatic devices. They allow you to monitor the thickness of the material during the manufacture of threads. This way the threads are uniform and strong. Generally, It is necessary to work with equipment carefully and follow safety precautions.

Interesting! Even with a minimal set of tools, you can produce a large range of exclusive products.

What tools can you make yourself?

You can make a carder comb with your own hands, which is used for combing out fluff and fluffing up raw materials.. Let's look at the manufacturing process step by step:

1. First you need to find a dry board with dimensions of 10x20 cm. It must be perfectly planed.
2. Next, tow is applied to it.
3. Card tape of a suitable size is cut out and placed on top of the board. It is better if the tape protrudes beyond the edges by a couple of millimeters.
4. A U-shaped handle or in the form of a small stick is attached to the reverse side.

Using a similar scheme, boards and carders are made, which are based on a drum. The choice of product for combing wool depends on the experience, volume of production and personal preferences of the farmer. At home you can find interesting modifications of devices. For example, a low-power cordless screwdriver is a good alternative to a spindle.

Important! It is better not to use foam rubber or cotton wool to make a comb, as these materials are loose and wear out quickly.

When you start raising sheep, the first thing you should do is purchase the necessary equipment. Properly selected tools can make the wool processing process quick and convenient. Some of them can be made with your own hands using inexpensive materials.