Sheep Wool Shawls Made in Pakistan are basically hand made by our craftsmen from merino wool. Merino is a breed of sheep that produces very fine wool, used to make the finest of woolen and worsted cloths. The wool yarn from fleece of merino sheep is short, fine, strong, resilient and takes dyes well; as a result, merino items really can last a lifetime, and don't scratch like cheaper wool does.Our sheep wool shawls items are all pure merino wool - a specially cultivated breed that makes for tough, durable items, locking in warmth, that are very smooth to the touch and drape very well. Sheep wool makes this shawl extremely warm and sturdy. Initially, the Sheep Wool Shawl may feel a bit rough, but it softens with washing and has a very long life. This wool comes from the Tibetan plateau where the sheep are reared in the high-altitude Himalayas.Artisans then spin, dye and weave the yarn. You can check our wide range of Sheep Wool Shawls Made in Pakistan at our online store.