Shearing day is always a busy day. This year we only have 11 sheep so hopefully things go well. We have a new shearer this year I met last at the GSSB Sheep Festival. Fleeces will be for sale for … Continue reading
We are having the best weather to skirt fleeces outside. I’ve skirted two fleeces so far. I love to get my hands on them as they tell a year long story in my sheep’s life. You can monitor the animals … Continue reading
Many thanks to all the people who came to the barn crawl last weekend. Especially thankful for the wonderful vendors, demonstrators and volunteers.
Thought I would repost this article featured in NJ Skylands Magazine from a few years ago. Jacob Sheep
I’ve been raising Jacob sheep since 1992. Over the years I have had those few sheep whom where very special to me. To honor those sheep, I create a garment for me to wear from their last fleece. It gives me comfort to … Continue reading
I captured the whole shearing on my GoPro camera. The time lapse video captured two hours in just 2 minutes. I hope you enjoy the show.
We had a beautiful day and plenty of friends and family to help make the event flawless. Many thanks to those who come back year after year to help.
Hard to believe our tiny festival started 21 years ago. While still small by other festival standards, it’s still offers something for everyone. My favorite is watching the younger generations getting involved in raising and showing their sheep. Here are … Continue reading
Cooler weather and the change of seasons makes me think of knitted wooly things. I start to think of knitting and weaving woolen garments. Here are a few photos of fall and wooly things.
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It’s been a while since I’ve posted anything but we’re still kicking. It’s been a long cold and snowy winter. There are signs of spring and the snow is finally melting. Best of all we have confirmed April 19 for … Continue reading
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