Boiled Wool Fabric in Dark Turquoise Blue

100% Wool
140cm / 55" Wide Approx. 
415gsm

Our boiled wool fabric is a beautiful quality and a purely natural product. It is is great for warm Autumn/Winter clothing and also for layering.  The cut edges of this fabric do not fray and therefore hemming and lining boiled wool garments is optional.

This durable natural fabric is perfect for warm jackets, coats, dresses, tunics and accessories.

We recommend dry cleaning for your boiled wool. However, If you decide to wash your boiled wool, use a small amount of mild detergent for either hand wash or cool machine wash cycle. Lay flat to dry, don’t wring and press on a medium heat iron with steam from the wrong side of the fabric.

Boiled wool is as simple as the name suggests. It is made by boiling wool to shrink and compress the fibres, which shrink to around 20% to 50% in size, so it has the appearance of a tighter, felt-like material. (If you’ve ever made the mistake of putting your woollens in a hot wash, you’ll know the effect that the heat has on your wool!).

It is used in a wide range of winter garments, including coats, jackets, vests and cardigans. You might also recognise the material as it’s often used for items such as berets, boots, slippers, hats and bags. The warmth and durability of the fabric also makes it ideal for blankets, rugs and throws.

You will find that boiled wool is super warm and windproof, so it’s no wonder it’s used for so many winter garments!

When wool is boiled, tiny air bubbles are trapped in the material. This forms a natural buffer against cold temperatures and allows the wearer to maintain a constant temperature. It also means that it’s a fabric that allows your skin to breathe, so it’s highly comfortable while still being snug. It’s lightweight and soft to the touch, so feels great against your skin and doesn’t have the scratch of some other wool clothing.

It looks smart and tidy, and not as bulky as traditional wool sweaters or coats.  A boiled wool piece is always going to be very versatile, so you can make it work for any occasion – from casual wear, to office wear to even just nipping out to the supermarket. 

Investing in a wool garment will always be a smart move. The fabric is durable enough to last you over several winters without ever losing its shape or diminishing in appearance. It’s a timeless look that won’t go out of date in a hurry, and will pair nicely with a variety of staple pieces that you’ll likely already have in your wardrobe. 

Choose from our growing selection of boiled wool colours, choose a pattern and you are ready to go!