SHEEPSKIN & MERINO WOOL

Sheepskin and Merino wool are natural materials used for warmth, comfort and performance in footwear, accessories and specialist product development.

Smerilli Design Manufacturing supplies and sources sheepskin and Merino wool according to the material characteristics and technical requirements of each project.

From soft sheepskin suitable for linings to premium Merino wool for boots, slippers and winter footwear, we help clients select materials according to wool type, density, pile length, thickness, colour, finish and intended use.

The appropriate material depends on the product, construction and required level of warmth, softness and internal volume.

Material selection may consider:

Wool type | Wool density | Pile length | Thickness | Handfeel | Colour | Finish | Flexibility | Intended use | Production requirements

The density, pile length and thickness of sheepskin or Merino wool can affect pattern dimensions, internal footwear measurements and the space available inside the finished product.

Our team can assess these characteristics in relation to the intended application, helping inform pattern allowances, material combinations and product development decisions.

This is particularly important for lined boots, slippers, trainers and other footwear where the volume of the lining may affect comfort and fit.

Available materials may include natural or dyed sheepskin and Merino wool in different colours, textures, pile lengths and finishes.

Where a specific material is not immediately available, SDM can assist with sourcing according to supplier availability, quantity and project requirements.

Footwear linings | Boots | Slippers | Winter footwear | Trainers | Insoles | Accessories | Specialist projects | Prototypes | Sample collections | Product development | Small and medium production runs

Merino wool | Sheepskin | Smooth wool | Curly wool | Natural wool shades | Dyed wool | Short pile | Longer pile | Specialist finishes upon request