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Hand Dyed Combed Top for Spinning

Combed top keeps fibers aligned into a smooth, consistent preparation—an ideal canvas for AJem colorways and a flexible choice for wheel or spindle spinning.

Balanced favorite

Polwarth combed top

A spinner-friendly blend of softness, loft and staple length.

Longwool character

BFL combed top

Bluefaced Leicester brings luster, strength and beautiful drape.

Why spinners love combed top

The aligned preparation makes it easy to split a braid, control color order and experiment with techniques such as fractal spinning, chain plying or keeping long color runs intact.

Because every breed behaves differently, AJem offers multiple fiber bases so you can match handfeel, staple, luster and finished-yarn character to your project.

AJem difference

Color-first, small-batch fiber created for makers who want their finished yarn and projects to feel personal.

Frequently asked questions

What is combed top?

Combed top is a preparation in which fibers are aligned in the same direction and shorter fibers are largely removed, producing a smooth and consistent fiber supply for spinning.

Is combed top the same as roving?

They are related preparations but not identical. Combed top is generally more aligned and worsted-friendly, while roving usually contains more mixed fiber orientation and air.