Not sure of what to do with raw wool? Here are some ways you can make the best of your recently sheared raw wool in your farm and homestead
What is Felting? Discover all about the wonderful fiber art of Wet and Needle Felting with wool in this Complete Beginner's Guide
Every year, mid February at Ron and Ann Fay's Rising Meadow Farm in Grays Chapel, North Carolina means sheep shearing, and this was the week. Ann and Ron are fortunate to have master blade shearer Kevin Ford come in to do the job. Kevin is world class (he's a member of the US Blade Shearing Team that competes in the World championships in New Zealand) and it is amazing and fascinating to watch him work. Blade shearing is done with hand powered shears, no electricity here. Sharp blades, care and finesse is the order of the day. Kevin was assisted this year by local shearer Joy Moore. While Kevin and Joy worked the sheep, Ann with the help of friends and neighbors, inspected, cleaned and weighed the fleeces which will be on sale this Saturday. (Photographs copyright 2012 by Dan Routh)
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Exploring various sheep breed fibres for spinning, including fine and medium wools, long and down, double-coated and primitive wools.
We kunnen hier echt merken dat het kouder word, dan zoeken de beestjes weer de warmte op en komen ze gezellig binnen liggen. Het begint er steeds meer op te lijken dat de katten Tjibbe accepteren. Dit heeft erg lang geduurd maar er word niet meer gevochten of achter elkaar aan gerend. Monster (getijgerde kat) sloeg Tjibbe meermaals gericht met nagels naar ogen. Tjibbe liep constant achter de katten aan, de ene keer als in; waag het niet om bij mijn voerbakje te komen! De andere keer, speel nou met mij ik vind jullie zo lief! Nu als de katten in een erg goede bui zijn, strijken ze zichzelf tegen Tjibbe aan en knuffelen met hem. Dit gebeurd nog niet heel vaak maar wel steeds vaker. Ook Koekie(schildpadpoesje) word weer dikker. Ze zal altijd een klein poesje blijven maar ze was sinds Tjibbe's komst erg dun en gestresst. Nu begint ze weer te glimmen en word ze weer dikker. Heerlijk dat het toch zo kan :) Na een druk werkweekend, waarin ik van vrijdagmiddag aan een stuk door tot zondagavond heb gewerkt geniet ik altijd van mijn vrije maandag. Doen waar je zin in hebt, lekker uitslapen, muziekje aan, beetje in huis rommelen, klein beetje huishouding en met Tjibbe door het bos. Straks even naar mams en vanavond de kapsalon even her inrichten. Er is veel verkocht en de lege plekken kunnen weer worden opgevuld. Ik wens jullie een fijne week!
Not sure of what to do with raw wool? Here are some ways you can make the best of your recently sheared raw wool in your farm and homestead
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We show you how to clean raw wool from your sheep in two ways: by hand in the sink, or in the washer. You need to know the safety precautions to avoid ruining your wool.
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Let me be upfront with you on commercial wool price-it's low. If you are thinking to make money selling the wool commercially, think again. However,…
Keep all your notes and reminders safe with these adorable needle felted sheep magnets. Individually handmade from pure wool either from our own sheep here on the Isle of Skye or soft natural coloured wool,these little sheep are inspired by the hardy breeds,native to the uplands of Britain. Ideal for sticking on any magnetising metal surface e.g the kitchen fridge or office noticeboard. Perfect little keepsake for anyone who loves sheep,animals,nature or Britain. Please note that very slight variations may occur as all sheep magnets are individually hand made. Size: Sheep - 6cm x 6cm approx. Attached magnet -1/2cm. Please note that these needle felted creations are intended as ornaments and keepsakes, not toys, so therefore are not suitable for small children.
Whether you're a fiber artist or you're a small farmer looking to increase your herd, this post has it all. Below I'll give you details…
Classic 100% wool warp by Brown Sheep Yarn. This is a strong single-ply yarn in un-dyed natural white that is perfect for tapestry warp. 4 oz skeinYardage: Approximately 280 yards (254m)
3" high standing sheep made of three parts of plywood painted black wrapped in sheep wool roving and needle felted. Excellent listeners and computer companions!
Being able to extract lanolin from your sheep's wool is an easy process. You will have a very versatile ointment to use around the house.
With an option of three color choices, our standing sheep will add a cozy and serene feeling to any room, especially on those long winter nights. Kick your feet up in your living room or use our soft sheep as a decorative and functional piece in your child's bedroom. Our sheep are resistant to wear and tear, both in their sturdy lacquered pine wood structure and wool fabrication. The grey standing sheep may vary in color tones, from bright grey to dark grey. This curly wool is luxuriously dense and becomes even more curly with time. Weight limit for sitting: 100 lbs. Dimensions: 28.5" L X 12" W X 26" HMaterial: White: Lacquered Pine Wood, Rubber Foam, New Zealand Sheepskin.Brown: Lacquered Pine Wood, Rubber Foam, United Kingdom Sheepskin.Grey: Lacquered Pine Wood, Rubber Foam, Norwegian Sheepskin.Handmade in Denmark. Care Instructions: Spot clean with damp towel and mild soap. Air dry. Fluff with stiff bristle brush if needed.
Icelandics (like Shetland sheep) are a very old breed that developed in harsh weather. Here are some simple steps for spinning wool from Icelandic Sheep!
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This article is a part of Yarn 101 series ⟶ Types of Yarn. ◉ Source of these fibers are domesticated animals, such as goats, sheep, camelids or rabbits. In this category you will find yarn such as wool, cashmere, angora, mohair, silk and more. These fibers are much more elastic and warm than plant-sourced yarns.
Discover beautiful John Arbon ethical yarns, knitted socks and knitting patterns all made in England with love and care by John, Juliet and their team
Scouring Wool correctly without felting it. Step by step instructions for how to scour or wash raw wool and other animal fiber
An easy DIY craft! Learn how to make your own needle felted sheep with roving wool, felt balls, and chenille stems.
Danni Johnson, 29, is taking a stand against PETA's anti-wool campaign by picturing herself shearing sheep in a shed in NSW. WARNING: Graphic images.
Jessica asked me to give you couple of gentle reminders from the Shop today…first… The 12 Days items are not meant to be Christmas presents delivered in time for Christmas. We ship as …
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Integrating a passion for colour and textiles is what drives Barbara Shaw. She specialises in the construction of complex and...
Keep all your notes and reminders safe with these adorable needle felted sheep magnets. Individually handmade from pure wool either from our own sheep here on the Isle of Skye or soft natural coloured wool,these little sheep are inspired by the hardy breeds,native to the uplands of Britain. Ideal for sticking on any magnetising metal surface e.g the kitchen fridge or office noticeboard. Perfect little keepsake for anyone who loves sheep,animals,nature or Britain. Please note that very slight variations may occur as all sheep magnets are individually hand made. Size: Sheep - 6cm x 6cm approx. Attached magnet -1/2cm. Please note that these needle felted creations are intended as ornaments and keepsakes, not toys, so therefore are not suitable for small children.
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This article is a part of Yarn 101 series ⟶ Types of Yarn. ◉ Source of these fibers are domesticated animals, such as goats, sheep, camelids or rabbits. In this category you will find yarn such as wool, cashmere, angora, mohair, silk and more. These fibers are much more elastic and warm than plant-sourced yarns.
The Best wool for felting grown in the USA right here at the Bear Creek Ranch where we raise sheep for their high quality felting wool.
Today I went to see the Wool House exhibition at Somerset House. First I have to say that it’s a-mazing and if you can get to see it, do! It’s only on until next Sunday 24th March. Also, you can sit in that chair, it is the cosiest thing ever. The main exhibition is 7 …
Herdy, Wool Sheep kit, Herdwick sheep, make your own, craft kit, sheep gift. Kit includes everything you need to make your own cute Herdy wrapped wool sheep. (Instructions, 1 x Herdwick sheep blank, yarn in colour of choice). Why not make a mobile by making all of the different colours and hanging them on knitting needles -- there's even a rainbow colourway to celebrate our wonderful NHS.
What a beautiful day for shearing our Icelandic Sheep!! Icelandic Sheep are sheared twice a year. Their Fall fleece is much fuller than th...
With this kit you can create a cute curly Sheep. The fiber included is for a white sheep, with a black face, ears, and legs. This kit is suitable for the beginner felter as well as the felter with experience. This kit includes: 4" x 5" piece of high density felting foam 2 felting needles Jacob wool Detailed instructions with pictures for each step Other kits and color packs available! The wool for this kit comes from our flock of jacob sheep.
In this article, we explore questions regarding keeping sheep on your homestead. Read on to learn more on how to care for a sheep.
