Wool
A soft, warm fiber that comes from sheep, used to make cloth and yarn.
What is it?
Wool is a natural fiber from the fleece of sheep. It is soft, warm, and can be dyed many colors. Wool has been used for thousands of years to make clothing, blankets, and tapestries. In medieval Europe, wool was the most common material for tapestries because it was easy to get and could be dyed bright colors. The King's Vision Tapestry was made with wool and silk.
Why it matters
Wool was very important in medieval Europe. It was used for everyday clothes and for luxury items like tapestries. The wool trade made some cities very rich.
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