Blue-Faced Leicester (BFL) is relatively fine for a long-wool and is semi-lustrous. The staple forms long, narrow, curly locks. In part because it is so fine, Blue-Faced Leicester wool is soft and silky. It is a good choice for making strong, smooth fabric and yarns that drape well. Fibre diameter: 56 - 60s. The super sorted BFL tops listed here are sourced in the UK from the British Wool Marketing Board and are graded to include only the finer fibres making an exceptionally soft top.

Shetland has the finest wool among the British Breeds, with a silky but slightly crisp hand. The staples are indistinct with tapered tips; the entire fleece is somewhat open. Shetland wool has traditionally been used to make warm,rugged fabrics including Fair Isle knitwear and woven tweeds. Fibre Diameter: 50s - 60s. The Shetland Tops on sale here are the softest of breed that I have used and considerably nicer than some others sold elsewhere. Shetland is an ideal fibre for new spinners.